About ASM Global

We are ASM Global, and we host breath-taking live events at our venues around the globe. Our impressive network of over 350 Stadiums, Arenas, Conference Centres and Theatres have welcomed some of the World’s most exciting Music Artists and Sporting Events. Our vision is to connect the world through inspiration, innovation and imagination to realise the potential of the spaces and places that bring people together.

About the Role

The Deputy Technician/Assistant Technical Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of all technical services for stage productions and events. This role includes responsibility for the oversight of lighting, fly system, fire curtain operations, stage cues, and sound. The individual will also deputise for the Technical Manager as required and work closely with clients, staff, and patrons to maintain high standards of technical delivery and safety compliance

What we can offer

You will work hard at ASM, but you will be rewarded with lots of time to relax and rest with 25 days annual leave.

We understand that you have a life outside of work and want to ensure that your loved ones will always be taken care of whilst you’re contributing to our success with our Life Assurance policy.

A healthy contribution of % Pension so that your golden years are spent ticking off the items on your bucket list.

Got a dental bill? Need to book a counselling session? Or even help with Physio costs? With the support of Healthshield; ASM will support with these unexpected costs. For you and any children.

We understand that from time to time you might need a bit of support to get you back to feeling your best, so we have teamed up with AXA Health to provide our people with an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support mental health in the workplace.

We are visionaries: both physically and metaphorically! When you join ASM you will be entitled to eye care vouchers and a contribution towards any glasses you require.

Your Responsibilities

• Support department supervisors in organising technical aspects of events, including load-ins, rehearsals, performances, and load-outs.
• Ensure all technical work activities comply with ASM Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Promote and enforce safe working practices among technical crew and staff.
• Act as the main point of contact for production touring personnel, venue staff, services, and contractors.
• Act as Technical Number 2, deputising for the Technical Manager when absent.
• Oversee all technical operations and staff in the Technical Manager’s absence.
• Supervise stagehands, joiners, lighting, and sound technicians when the Technical Officer is unavailable.
• Prepare the stage and backstage facilities before and during events, ensuring all technical elements are set up and functioning.
• Assist with venue operational and maintenance duties, including Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)
• Report and address maintenance issues to ensure equipment and facilities are safe for use.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Technical Officer, Event Coordinator, or Theatre Director to ensure the smooth running of events and venue operations.

We are looking for someone with:

• Experience of working in a technical capacity on stage. Comfortable with the challenges this brings including experience of stage, lighting and sound systems.
• To be able to prioritise and plan workload..
• An awareness of office based IT systems for report writing.
• Capable of integrating into a new team, demonstrating the ability to work both alone and as a team member.

Important: this is a part-time position working 15 hours a week.

Recruitment Process Outlined:

1st Stage- Intro Call with Talent Team

2nd Stage- F2F GM

Inclusive Workplace

At ASM Global, we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our employees, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one.

We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.

If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.