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Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: FORFEY LTD Reporting in to our Audio Technician, this role will involve learning the differences between various audio options and understanding the best forms of audio and sound for a given venue. The candidate will have the opportunity to go to venues to support in pre-event assessments at some of Northern Ireland’s most iconic locations including the SSE Arena, the Ulster Hall, the Waterfront Hall and the Lyric Theatre, as well as a range of conference/corporate suites, outdoor festivals and church halls/community halls etc.

Responsibilities

• Learning about and then using warehouse software to effectively and efficiently prepare equipment to be shipped to locations and venues.
• Employee will learn how to identify relevant equipment and safely and securely prepare it prior to events.
• Supporting our Audio Technicians with effective layouts and set-ups prior to events plus how to test and adjust set-ups on site.
• The employee will be trained in the different processes that apply to permanent installations compared to those of rentals and support Audio Technicians with physical installations.
• Employee will be trained and learn how to safely and efficiently load and unload equipment at our warehouse on to our vehicles of different sizes, known as prep and de-prep before and after events.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Maths and English Language GCSEs (C or above).
• Good communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Desirable Skills

• A basic understanding of audio processes for live events.
• Full UK driving licence.
• An interest in the live events industry.
• Ability to learn the different elements of the industry and our projects beyond just audio, such as production and lighting.

Further Information

The Employer is: FORFEY LTD Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends during peak season (summer and Christmas). JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information - Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. - Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. - Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.