Audio Visual Field Service Engineer -providing service to client sites in the Manchester, Sheffield, Nottingham Region
My client is a leading Audio-Visual integrator with a long history of innovation and excellence. Their team is composed of passionate, highly intelligent, and energetic individuals who are eager to make a difference. They provide an environment where you will be challenged and inspired daily. If you seek excitement and want to be part of something unique, we invite you to read on.
Main Purpose of Position
To provide proactive and reactive service and maintenance of audio-visual equipment on customer premises across the Midlands, North & West and potentially throughout Europe, and offshore. You will be responsible for the accurate diagnosis, removal, repair, testing, and implementation of all aspects of audio-visual, network, and control technologies. You will need to complete the above tasks most efficiently and effectively to ensure minimum downtime and maximum performance. As part of this role, you will service/maintain/install and/ or commission new projects/systems to high standards, on budget and on time.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Diagnose and repair faults in systems at customer sites, using remote management tools when applicable and attend in person to solve if unable to fix remotely. You will ensure the final solutions maintain and/or improve the quality of the system.
Provide technical remote support where required for both clients and other team members.
Perform preventative maintenance of AV, network, control, and unified communications (UC) equipment on-site, ensuring systems are safe and operationally efficient.
Support client presentations, conferences, and events, including setting up, operating, and breaking down AV systems, and provide system training to clients and colleagues, as necessary.
Take ownership of delivering safe, high-quality service and repair work. Ensure health and safety documentation and procedures are in place and followed to protect yourself, company staff, and others.
Complete and maintain accurate job records, electronic files, and customer-facing service reports, ensuring deadlines are met.
Build and maintain strong client relationships, working closely with account managers to identify opportunities for additional service contracts or project work.
Organise repair or shipment of faulty equipment when necessary.
Ensure proper calibration and use of test equipment.
Liaise with internal departments (particularly the Service Desk), clients, and third-party contractors to support seamless task and project execution.
Take initiative in suggesting improvements to service delivery, efficiency, and technical methods in line with company standards.
This position will provide cover (as necessary) for staff absences, periods of peak demand, and provide a service to clients requiring ad hoc and specialist support.
Other duties as required or assigned by company management.
To ensure mandatory compliance with information security policies, standards, and procedures.
Person Specification
Strong technical foundation in audio-visual systems, including but not limited to video conferencing, UC systems, digital signal processing, video systems and audio systems.
Good experience and knowledge in AMX, Crestron, Medialon, Q-Sys, Alcorn McBride and other control systems,
Solid IT and networking skills.
Demonstrated experience in delivering exceptional customer service in high-pressure environments and managing client sensitivities with tact and professionalism.
Able to work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating strong initiative, problem-solving skills, and flexibility to adapt to varying tasks and responsibilities.
Proven ability to think laterally, finding effective solutions and implementing workarounds while adhering to operational processes.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to correspond with a wide variety of people, such as trades persons, executives, and designers.
High level of computer literacy, including experience with case management systems and meticulous attention to detail in record-keeping.
Able to carry out tasks that may involve lifting and moving equipment, with reasonable adjustments made where required.
Demonstrates reliability, punctuality, and maintains a professional appearance.
Full driving licence and valid passport required, with the flexibility to work on call, outside of normal business hours, or according to changing shift patterns when necessary.
Ability read technical documentation and schematic diagrams.
What we offer
30-38K based on experience
Working from home flexibility
Company vehicle + mileage
Excellent opportunities for career development
Investment in your learning and development
Employee Recognition Scheme
23 days holiday plus bank holidays
The opportunity to purchase additional holiday
Health Cash Benefit
Season Travel Ticket Loan
Cycle to Work Scheme
Tech-scheme
Friendly and supportive working environment
At my client, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) are fundamental to their mission of designing, building, and supporting innovative technology solutions that create lasting experiences where people live, work, and play.
