Student Technician

About the role

We’re looking for someone passionate about live events to join our technical team and help deliver a wide range of events across our venues. You’ll support the setup, operation, and delivery of events including student society productions, Bristol SU events, and external bookings. Working across spaces including theatre venues and our 1200-capacity Anson Rooms, you’ll provide technical and logistical support, operating sound, lighting, AV equipment, and other event systems to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Alongside event delivery, you’ll help maintain our equipment and spaces by carrying out checks, supporting basic maintenance, and improving how we manage our technical resources. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on, solving problems, and working with students, clients, and other teams—whether you’re experienced in technical events or looking to develop your skills.

Hours: Flexible Zero Hour Contract (including evenings and weekend work)
Contract: Fixed Term until 31 July 2027
Salary: £13.95

Responsibilities

• Operate sound, lighting, AV equipment, and other event systems during live events.
• Set up, test, and troubleshoot technical equipment to ensure smooth event delivery.
• Provide logistical support for events across multiple venues, including theatre spaces and the 1200-capacity Anson Rooms.
• Carry out equipment checks and support basic maintenance to keep technical resources in good condition.
• Collaborate with students, clients, and teams to deliver high-quality events.
• Take responsibility for Health and Safety during event preparation and delivery.

Requirements

• Experience working in live event settings, including running lighting, sound, or stage management.
• Comfortable operating audio desks, lighting consoles, projectors, and other in-venue technical equipment.
• Ability to set up, test, and fault-find technical equipment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well with diverse teams.
• Ability to manage time effectively and stay calm under pressure.

Benefits

• 20 days of paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata based on hours worked).
• Eligibility to opt-in to a contributory pension scheme.
• Flexibility to balance work and study.
• Living Wage accredited employer.
• Access to shadowing opportunities, training, and professional development.

About us

Bristol SU is a unique organization—part business, part charity, part membership body. We support student leaders to give people a voice in their education, help students get the most out of their experience, and drive positive change in the world. With over 32,000 members, 350 clubs and societies, and a diverse range of professional services, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and supportive university community.

We’re proud of our values and culture, recognized through accreditations and awards for diversity and inclusion, including appearing in the Inclusive Companies top 100 list and winning awards for best Students' Union. 87% of our employees would recommend Bristol SU as a great place to work.