Assistant Technical Manager, O2 Academy Leeds

Job Summary:

Venue: O2 Academy Leeds

Company: Academy Music Group

Location: O2 Academy Leeds

Reports to: Technical Manager

Working Hours: Full time

Job Type: 12 month fixed term contract

Role

The Assistant Technical Manager is responsible for supporting the technical manager in leading our stage department, welcoming incoming productions, and managing a large and diverse team of back-of-house and technical employees. The role is to ensure the smooth running of a wide variety of live performances, from high profile shows to late-night club events, and you will work closely with the technical manager to ensure we are continually well presented in all stage and technical operations.

Our team

Our assistant technical manager is an integral role at O2 Academy Leeds, one of the most prestigious and iconic venues in the city, where our shows and events are as diverse as the individuals within it. We are passionate about delivering the very best programme of live entertainment for everyone. The successful candidate will inspire and support our innovative team and contribute to our inclusive culture, where collaboration is at the heart of everything we do, from load-in to load-out.

About you

• Experience in mixing and troubleshooting audio in live events
• Good knowledge of audio processing and signal chain
• Experience operating lighting and video is desirable but not essential.
• Experience in stage or production management
• Expertise in event production and technical riders
• Extensive knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk assessments
• Proven track record of diary management and rota systems
• Excellent communication and diplomacy skills
• Competent in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) with general computer literacy, including the ability to learn and operate venue-specific software or digital platforms
• Strong organiser with attention to detail

What we need

• Demonstrable leadership and motivation of others
• Enthusiasm for the live events and production industry
• Flexibility to work irregular hours (weekends/evenings/public holidays)
• Willingness to build positive working relationships
• A proactive leader in problem-solving who can negotiate solutions
• Ability to undertake the demands of stage management in the live environment
• Exemplary standards of technical production

What the role includes

• Assist incoming productions to tie into the house audio system
• Maintain and test the house audio system regularly
• Setup and mix in-house shows
• Support the production manager and technical department in overseeing stage and technical management for all shows and events
• Recruitment and rota management of back-of-house employees and crew
• Act as one of the main points of contact for advancing and technical fulfilment on all incoming productions including show days.
• Support the technical manager on day-to-day compliance and adherence to Company guidelines and working practices for all employees and visitors
• Drive positive and practical application in Health & Safety
• Maintain the Company asset register of all in-house technical equipment
• Ensure technical equipment is maintained to the highest standards
• Supervise / carry out service regimes, PAT testing, technical maintenance and inspection reports
• Supervise local crew and technical employees
• First-class client and customer service
• Attend all pre-show safety briefings with venue management
• Assist maintenance department where required
• Perform any additional tasks as reasonably required to support management and the organisation

Equal Opportunities

We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion.  You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work.  We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife.  As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with.  It’s talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender identity, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.

The Company

Academy Music Group (AMG) is the UK’s leading owner and operator of live music and entertainment venues with award-winning credentials. Several of our historic theatres are unique institutions of British music and culture and our vision is to inspire artists and audiences by hosting unforgettable live performances.

AMG is part of Live Nation Entertainment which is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, LN Media and Artist Nation Management.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday 10th July 2026. We reserve the right to close applications at any time so encourage early application where possible.

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