Senior Lighting Technician Bridgewater Hall

The Venue

At the heart of Manchester’s cultural life, The Bridgewater Hall is an internationally celebrated concert venue built for musical brilliance. Opened in 1996 by Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh, it delivers over 300 unforgettable performances each year, spanning classical masterpieces to contemporary world music. A place where artists inspire and audiences connect;
The Bridgewater Hall is proudly operated by Legends Global.

The Senior Lighting Technician is a key member of the technical team and one of the primary technical points of contact at The Bridgewater Hall. Working closely with clients, colleagues, and visiting productions, you will support the delivery of a diverse programme of events, ensuring all technical operations are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard.

The role encompasses the setup, operation, and maintenance of lighting, rigging, sound, and AV equipment, alongside supporting room configurations, event production, and general venue operations. With a particular focus on lighting and rigging, you will also support equipment maintenance, facilities operations, and the ongoing development and training of the technical team.

This is a hands‑on role requiring strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to delivering exceptional event experiences.

• Lead and support technical staff, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with health & safety regulations.
• Provide technical support for events, including the setup, operation, and maintenance of lighting, rigging, sound, AV, staging, seating, and furniture.
• Act as an in‑house lighting engineer and rigger, liaising with clients and incoming productions to deliver technical requirements safely and effectively.
• Support venue operations by undertaking Duty Manager responsibilities, assisting with facilities cover, building maintenance, BMS monitoring, and emergency response procedures.
• Maintain technical equipment and standards, supporting training, stock control, preventative maintenance, and the continued development of the venue's technical capabilities.

• Relevant qualification in a lighting‑related discipline or significant professional experience working with modern lighting and production systems.
• Strong technical knowledge of lighting, with a working understanding of audio, AV, and rigging systems, and confidence working at height.
• Experience working in live entertainment, music, events, or performance venues, including supporting clients, promoters, and hirers.
• Previous supervisory experience with the ability to remain calm under pressure, solve technical problems, and meet demanding deadlines.
• Flexible, self‑motivated, and collaborative, with excellent attention to detail, a strong understanding of health & safety, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

• Experience operating and programming Chamsys lighting consoles.
• Working knowledge of Digico audio consoles and Meyer loudspeaker management systems.
• Entertainment rigging qualifications (3 Day Rigging for the Entertainment Industry or NRC Level
  2).
• Electrical qualifications, including C&G Level 3, BS7671 18th Edition, or BS7909.
• IPAF certification, CAD experience, and good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.

• 25 Days Annual Leave – Work hard, rest well.
• Life Assurance – Peace of mind knowing your loved ones are protected.
• 5% Pension Contribution – Helping you prepare for a bright future.
• Healthshield Cover – Support with dental, physio, counselling and more for you and your children.
• Employee Assistance Programme – AXA Health support whenever you need it.
• Eye Care Support – Vouchers and contributions towards glasses.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – A greener, healthier commute.
• Employee Referral Scheme – Recommend great people and get rewarded.

• 1st Stage - Interview at the venue with Technical Management team

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