Birmingham. B66
Full Time Permanent
£40,000 + 1.5x hourly shift allowance
Warehouse hours typically 08:00 to 16:00 when not onsite
About the Company
This is not your average warehouse lighting role. Here at Contek, we are working with our client is a fast growing Birmingham based live events production company delivering high end technical solutions across lighting, audio, video and full show design.
They support a wide range of high profile productions including stadium events, arena touring, comedy and live music shows, festivals, broadcast work and corporate events.
From large scale live environments to touring productions, they deliver technically polished, show ready results every time.
Now they are looking for someone to lead lighting prep and take full ownership of what leaves the warehouse.
The Role | Head of Lighting
* This is a hands on leadership position for someone who knows lighting inside out and takes pride in sending out flawless kit.
* You will be responsible for ensuring every fixture, desk and cable leaving the building is built, tested, labelled, compliant and show ready.
* Working closely with the Managing Director and Warehouse Manager, you will help drive standards, organisation and technical accuracy across all prep work.
* If you thrive in a fast paced production environment and love organised chaos, big shows and high standards, this role is for you.
What You Will Be Doing
* Lighting and Technical Oversight
o Oversee prep of lighting fixtures, consoles, rigging and cabling
o Ensure all equipment is tested, patched and show ready
o Support prep for touring productions and fixed installs
o Interpret build specifications and ensure accuracy before dispatch
* Team Coordination
o Work alongside warehouse technicians and freelancers
o Schedule and prioritise prep around production timelines
o Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support
* Quality and Compliance
o Maintain high safety standards
o Ensure equipment meets client specifications and industry regulations
o Sign off completed prep work and maintain accurate records
* Documentation and Planning
o Read and interpret CAD drawings, patch lists and wiring diagramsCommunicate technical plans clearly to the team
o Keep prep documentation organised and up to date
What They Are Looking For
* Minimum 3 years experience in live events lighting or production
* Strong knowledge of fixtures, consoles, rigging and event prep workflows
* Experience preparing equipment for large scale productions preferred
* Flexible to work evenings, weekends or travel when required
* Full UK driving licence desirable
What Is On Offer
* £40,000 basic salary
* 1.5x hourly shift allowance
* Opportunity to work on large scale live productions
* Ongoing training and development
* Supportive and collaborative team
* Additional earning potential through onsite event work
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