Job Title: Head Facilities Technician
Location: Disco Bowl Hereford
Hours: Full-Time (flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings)
About Us:
Disco Bowl Hereford is a vibrant entertainment venue offering bowling, arcade games, food, and fun for all ages. We are proud to provide a first-class customer experience, and to do that, we need a skilled Head Facilities Technician to take full ownership of our technical function. The site operates both drop-pin and string-pin machines, so this is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in bowling machinery to lead the way.
About the Role:
As Head Facilities Technician, you'll be responsible for keeping our lanes, arcade, and equipment running smoothly. This is a hands-on role where you'll take ownership of the technical department, carrying out maintenance, repairs, and safety checks, while also supporting the wider venue team with general upkeep. You'll play a vital role in ensuring our busiest times run without a hitch.
Key Responsibilities:
* Taking ownership of the technical function at the venue.
* Carrying out routine maintenance and repairs on bowling machines (drop-pin and string-pin), arcade games, and other equipment.
* Troubleshooting technical faults quickly to minimise downtime.
* Performing and logging regular checks, ensuring all machinery meets safety standards.
* Supporting venue management with wider maintenance and repair needs.
* Ensuring smooth technical operations during peak periods, especially evenings and weekends.
What We're Looking For:
* Experience in mechanical or electrical maintenance (bowling machine experience is highly valued).
* Practical knowledge of drop-pin and string-pin machinery, or willingness to learn.
* Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to stay calm under pressure.
* Reliable, proactive, and able to manage your own workload.
* Flexibility to work weekends and evenings, when the venue is at its busiest.
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary, based on experience.
* The opportunity to lead the technical function at site.
* A fun, fast-paced working environment.
* Development opportunities within a growing company.
* The chance to make a real impact in the success of Disco Bowl Hereford.
How to Apply:
If you've got the skills and drive to keep our lanes running and our customers happy, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you'd be a great fit for the Head Facilities Technician role.
Join us at Disco Bowl Hereford and help us keep the fun rolling
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £27,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
Experience:
* Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person