Technical Services Assistant [GUI1415G/MC]
Listed by Guild of Students
Applying
Application deadline: Thu 18 May 2017 12:00
To download an application form, please go to: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B5xKBCeSN6bFdDZEMzFHaDhJcUU?usp=sharing
Please return your completed form:
By email to staffing@guild.bham.ac.uk or by post to HR & Admin, University of Birmingham Guild of Students, Edgbaston Park Road, Birmingham B15 2TU.
Alternatively, bring your application form in person to the main reception at the Guild of Students in a sealed envelope addressed to ‘HR & Admin’. The Guild Reception is open (term-time) Monday to Friday 8am to 10pm, Saturday and Sunday 9.30am to 8pm.
Rate
from £7.35
Hours
16.00 This job will not exceed 16 hours per week
Details
Duties and Responsibilities
- To work individually or as part of a team to provide technical event production (sound and lighting) for Guild events including club nights, live music and large scale events including Guild Awards and Grad Ball
- To work individually or as part of a team to provide technical support for student group and society events including theatre, live music and formal events both in and outside the Guild.
- To be responsible for the operation and basic maintenance of the technical equipment used within the Guild’s venues.
- To be responsible for the security and housekeeping of the backstage area and the Debating Hall.
- To observe Guild health & safety procedures
- To work and communicate effectively with other Guild departments to ensure the smooth running of events.
- To attend work wearing the uniform provided, and where appropriate, the necessary personal protective equipment.
- To maintain a flexible approach to working duties and times.
- To portray a positive image of the Guild both internally and externally, and set high standards of personal integrity and professionalism, leading by personal example.
- To carry out other duties which naturally fall within the reasonable expectations of the post.
Person Specification: Tech Services Assistant
- The person specification describes the knowledge, experience & abilities that the Guild is looking for in the student staff we employ. To be successful, during the selection process (application form & interview) you should demonstrate:
- Strong customer service focus with an awareness of your impact on the customer experience
- Strong communication skills – with customers, managers & team
- Able to work in a team, but also on own initiative.
- Flexible, committed and punctual
- Able to balance academic work with your responsibility to the Guild as your employer throughout
- the academic year.
- Able to stay calm and friendly under pressure in a busy environment.
- Keen to contribute to the success of Guild events.
Job Category
Information technology
Location
On campus
Type of Vacancy
Part-time or Casual
Working Time
Variable, Weekdays