Maintenance & Installation Technician

Job Type: Maintenance & Installation Technician

Hours: Permanent, Full Time

Location: PSI Belfast – with travel UK & Ireland Wide (Client sites)

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 DOE & Qualifications

About PSI Production & PSI Absolute

PSI Production and PSI Absolute deliver professional technical solutions across the theatre, performing arts, education, broadcast, studio, corporate AV, and entertainment sectors. We specialise in the installation, maintenance, inspection, and ongoing support of lighting, audio, video, staging, rigging, and control system infrastructure.

As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a practical, motivated, and technically minded Maintenance & Installation Technician to support projects and service contracts throughout the UK.

Role Overview

The Maintenance & Installation Technician will be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance, inspections, testing, fault diagnosis, equipment cleaning, repairs, and installation work across a diverse range of venues including theatres, schools, colleges, universities, studios, arenas, conference venues, and entertainment facilities.

The ideal candidate will have strong electrical and mechanical aptitude, excellent attention to detail, and a willingness to work at height and travel regularly.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance & Compliance

• Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on theatre and AV systems.
• Perform LOLER & PUWER inspections and assist with lifting equipment compliance programmes.
• Carry out Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and maintain accurate records.
• Inspect, clean, and service lighting fixtures, moving lights, dimmers, control equipment, and associated hardware.
• Maintain audio, video, staging, rigging, and control systems.
• Identify faults and implement repairs or recommend corrective actions.
• Complete maintenance reports and documentation to company standards.
• Ensure all systems meet current safety regulations and industry best practices.

Installation & Project Work

• Install theatrical lighting, AV, rigging, and entertainment technology systems.
• Install containment, cabling, power distribution, data networks, and control infrastructure.
• Assemble and commission equipment racks and control systems.
• Assist with system testing, programming, and handover procedures.
• Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and installation plans.
• Support refurbishment and upgrade projects within schools, theatres, and live event venues.

Cleaning & Asset Care

• Deep clean lighting fixtures, projectors, loudspeakers, and technical equipment.
• Maintain company tools, testing equipment, and vehicles.
• Ensure all installed and maintained equipment is left in excellent operational condition.
• Manage consumables, spare parts, and maintenance stock.

Health, Safety & Working Practices

• Work safely at height using access equipment, ladders, towers, and MEWPs.
• Follow all company health and safety policies and site-specific RAMS.
• Participate in toolbox talks and ongoing safety training.
• Maintain a clean and professional working environment.
• Represent PSI Production and PSI Absolute professionally at all client sites.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience working within theatre, AV, entertainment, broadcast, installation, or electrical environments.
• Knowledge of lighting, audio, video, or stage technology systems.
• Understanding of PAT testing procedures.
• Familiarity with LOLER regulations, inspections, and lifting equipment.
• Competent with hand and power tools.
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel and work occasional evenings or weekends.

Desirable Qualifications

• PAT Testing Qualification.
• IPAF Licence.
• PASMA Qualification.
• ECS or CSCS or CSR Card.
• Electrical qualification (18th Edition desirable).
• Working at Height Training.
• First Aid Certification.
• Experience with theatrical rigging systems.
• Experience commissioning professional lighting or AV systems.

Personal Attributes

• Positive, can-do attitude.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Well organised and self-motivated.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for theatre, entertainment technology, and professional AV systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to high-profile theatre, education, studio, and entertainment projects.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing technical services business.

Typical Work Environments

• Theatres and performing arts venues
• Schools, colleges, and universities
• Professional AV installations
• Arenas and entertainment venues
• Television and production studios
• Conference and event spaces
• Cultural and heritage venues
• Corporate environments

Join PSI Production & PSI Absolute and help maintain, install, and support the technical systems that power exceptional live and creative experiences.

Contact:

Please send an email to [email protected] if you have any questions

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Newtownabbey BT36 4TY