SKATE - Duty Technician
Somerset House Closing date: Tue, 06 Oct 2026
- Full time
- £40k-£50k
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
Working as part of the Live Events team, you will play a key role in delivering a safe, reliable and high-quality experience for visitors, staff and partners.
The role combines live event technical support, site maintenance and operational problem-solving. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining sound and lighting systems, troubleshooting technical issues, supporting event operations and carrying out minor repairs across the site.
You will also help ensure the venue remains safe, presentable and fully operational at all times, working closely with contractors, third-party operators and internal teams. This is a varied, hands-on role that requires strong technical knowledge, a proactive attitude and the ability to perform effectively in a busy live event environment.
Safety is central to the position, and the successful candidate will help uphold Somerset House's health and safety standards.
Job Requirements
- Certification: BS7909 qualified
- Experience: Proven experience working as a duty technician in live events, with a focus on AV setups.
- Venue Experience: Proven experience working in a listed building, with awareness of heritage site restrictions and preservation requirements.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in rigging, operating, and maintaining live event sound and lighting systems.
- Ability to operate lighting desks (GrandMA) and sound desks
Knowledge of power distribution systems and safe cabling practices.
- Physical Requirements: Comfortable working at height (e.g., climbing ladders to change P5 lights and festoon bulbs), carrying up to 25kg of weight unassisted
- Carpentry Skills: Carpentry experience (e.g., fixing door handles, securing loose flooring, general maintenance throughout the season).
- Health and Safety: Thorough understanding of health and safety regulations in live events, including risk assessments and safe working practices.
Job Responsibilities
Welcome and knowledge
- Operate lighting and sound consoles.
Assist with rigging and supporting other departments.
- Perform fault-finding and troubleshooting on AV systems, ensuring quick resolution of technical issues.
- Act as a "responsible person" on site when required, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Conduct basic carpentry and maintenance tasks, such as fixing door handles and loose flooring.
Safety and Security
- Ensure that the Somerset House SKATE event site is safe and secure for our visitors and our staff.
- Maintain a good, up to date knowledge of Somerset House fire, safety and evacuation procedures.
- Report all incidents and accidents on site to Security and the Visitor Experience Managers or other relevant senior manager.
Presentation and Teamwork
- Monitor the appearance of the site and ensure the required standards are upheld.
- Work with third party partners including bars and shops to maintain the highest standards of presentation.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: SKATE - Duty Technician
- Salary: £40k-£50k
- Hours: Full time
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Tue, 06 Oct 2026
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Location:
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Job: SKATE - Duty Technician
Job: SKATE - Duty Technician
Organisation: Somerset House
Postcode: WC2R 1LA
How to Apply
Please apply by sharing your CV using the link below by midnight on 06 October 2026.
About Somerset House
Somerset House is the home of cultural innovators, sitting at the meeting point of artistic and social practice. We host the UK’s largest and most exciting creative community right in the heart of London.
We welcome 3 million annual visitors to share our unique combination of cultural events, the creative industries and history. It is this mix that empowers our programme and our organisational culture, making us a singular, compelling and inclusive place to visit and work.