Audio Visual Technician

on site workthe contract is through to Jan 17th, 2027you will work an 8 hour shift between the hours of 6pm-8am , some weekends required. 40 hours a week, 5 day weeks.Hourly rate plus overtime paid.Role Description:Working as an AV Engineer you will be a central part of a team delivering industry-leading audiovisual systems installations. Onsite you will set the bar high, delivering your work to a meticulous standard. Advising and closely coordinating with others, including lead engineers and the project manager, you will be part of the team delivering first-class installations in an economical and timely manner.You will be supported by, and be working closely with, multiple parties including Astreya AV lead engineers, control systems programmers, colleagues in project management, our systems design and project engineering teams, and our logistics support operatives.Responsibilities:Provide end-to-end system engineering and quality assurance on a wide range of integrated audiovisual and video conferencing technologies in both the corporate and public sectors.Have a major input to the success of a project and play a pivotal role in the future success of the company.Take ownership of the delivery of the AV systems integration process, both on the projects you are assigned to and generally, analysing, documenting and implementing best practises for installation work.Main Duties:Installation of AV systems to the highest standards including - 1st fix works - installing containment, cable pull and structural fixings etc. - 2nd fix install of equipment, patching and configuration - Handover checks & assist with commissioningWork collaboratively with other members of the install team to achieve deadlines together and of consistent qualityInterpret and follow technical and construction drawingsPreparing equipment and other parts for the next installationFollow and maintain housekeeping standards onsiteCarrying out maintenance visits (planned and reactive) to fault-find and undertake repairsAssist in improving efficiency and project delivery by ensuring processes and good working practices are maintainedAttend team briefings and be proactive in providing ideas and suggestionsReport progress and issues to the Lead Engineer and Project Manager to ensure the team meets the project's goalsProviding feedback and support to the Project Manager following completion of an installation, including help with commissioning or snaggingAttend training as appropriate for the role,Additional Duties (As & When Required):From time to time, the post holder will also be required to perform additional duties as listed below:AV Meeting Room SupportEnsure all multimedia/presentation rooms are maintained in good working orderAV equipment set-up and supportPresentation/multimedia meeting room support, including duration supportAssist with support for multimedia broadcastingQuick response to emergency/ad-hoc requestsFaults & Room ChecksCarry out regular preventative room checks, ensuring all equipment functions correctly in accordance with the room check procedureEnsure that all faults are reported in the correct way and in a timely mannerProactive maintenance/reporting to ensure all AV equipment is always of the highest standard and functioning correctlyProviding first-line support, including on-the-spot diagnosis and rectification of minor faults and problems as and when they occur.Carry out all power down/up when required, usually involving out-of-hours overtime commitmentsExperience & Skills Required:A positive attitude, a ‘can-do’, ‘team first’ approach to your work.Flexible approach to working schedules to include out of hours (early or late) and weekendsWorking unsupervised when necessaryRead and understand AV schematicsData gathering, reporting, metrics and administrative skillsAV / VC Systems Knowledge in a Corporate environment ( Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Meet, Cisco, Blue Jeans, Pexip, etc.)Understanding of TCP/IP networkingUnderstanding of different audio and video protocols and codecs requiredAbility to draft and present technical reports in EnglishSkills and experience that make you proficient in installation of modern audio, videoconferencing and AV systems.An understanding of the end-to-end complexities of an audiovisual and video installation project.Evening/overnight and weekend working will be required