JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Technician

SECTION:Facilities & Operations

RESPONSIBLE TO: Live Events and Technical Services Co-ordinator

PAY:Grade 18 (£9.90/hour)

HOURS: 160per annum. (Ave. 16h/month over 10month.)

STATEMENT OF JOB PURPOSE

We are looking for experienced, motivated and dedicated individuals to assist with the provision of technical support for Sheffield Hallam Students' Union events.

KEY SKILLS:

  1. To carry out all duties in accordance with the Sheffield Hallam Students' Union Health and Safety policies and relevant legislation and work in such a way as to promote a culture of safety.
  1. To ensure the smooth running, as directed by the Technical Services Co-ordinator, of all technical aspects of the venue's day to day operation.
  1. To undertake any technical work related to events/productions as directed by the Technical Services Co-ordinator or Commercial Manager, including maintaininga tidy and efficient working environment.
  1. Event duties: include operating sound, lighting or work on stage as required.
  1. To support the Technical Services Co-ordinator in the upkeep and installation of technical equipment at SHSU.
  1. Rigging and de-rigging audio, lighting, audio visual, video/data setsand display equipment in accordance with general health and safetyregulations and procedures.
  1. To assist with development of facilities and to extend theboundaries of achievable operations.
  1. Any other duties as requested by the Technical Services Co-ordinator(i.e. weekend work.)

COMMON REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL POSTS:

  1. Work within the framework of Sheffield Hallam Students' Union's Articles of Governance, Byelaws and Policies, ensuring that your work furthers the Union's core values and objectives.
  1. Demonstrate a commitment to Sheffield Hallam Students' Union's Equality and Diversity Policy, together with an understanding of how it operates within the responsibilities of the post.
  1. Demonstrate a commitment to Sheffield Hallam Students' Union's Ethical and Sustainability policies, together with an understanding of how they operate within the responsibilities of the post.
  1. Undertake Health and Safety duties and responsibilities appropriate to the post, at all times having regard to your own and others' health and safety.
  1. Provide excellent customer and client care in dealings with students, officers, staff and members of the public
  1. Contribute to a professional working and learning environment within the Union.
  1. Demonstrate a commitment to your own development and a willingness to undertake relevant training opportunities.
  1. Demonstrate a flexible approach to work in order to meet deadlines.
  1. Perform any other reasonable duties in consultation with your line manager.

From time to time you may be required to undertake some cross site working.

This job description is a guide to the work you will initially be required to undertake. It may be changed from time to time to meet changing circumstances. It does not form part of your Contract of Employment.

Date: February 2018

"Sheffield Hallam Students’ Union" is the working name of Sheffield Hallam University Students' Union.
UK Registered Charity number: 1141925.

PERSON SPECIFICATION FORM

Job Title: Technician

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5 GCSE (or equivalent) Grade C or above, to include English and Maths or relevant experience
Experience
Previous experience in one or more of the following areas: Live Sound Engineering, Stage Lighting/Lighting Design, Video Production/Broadcast, Stage Management, Computer Networking, AV Systems.
Equipment Maintenance experience
Knowledge of Relevant Health and Safety Legislation
Previous Student's Union Experience
Skills
Ability to work unsupervised and on own initiative
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to prioritise workload and manage own time
Excellent organisational skills
Ability to work successfully with a wide range of people
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Date: July 2016E*=Essential/ D*=Desirable

"Sheffield Hallam Students’ Union" is the working name of Sheffield Hallam University Students' Union.
UK Registered Charity number: 1141925.