Live Event Technician Apprenticeship
MAJOR TOM LTD
SALISBURY (SP4 6AT)
Closes in 26 days (Monday 5 January 2026)
Posted on 9 December 2025
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Summary
Are you hands-on, organised, and looking to kick-start a career where every day is different? As an LET, you’ll play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly and ensuring our equipment is always event-ready. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work & problem-solving.
- Wage
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£17,550 a year
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£9.00 per hour – Ages 16–18
£11.00 per hour – Ages 18–21
£13.00 per hour – Ages 21+ - Training course
- Creative industries production technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Standard hours: 08:30 - 16:30.
You should be flexible, as evening and weekend work may occasionally be required, depending on project demands.
38 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 12 January 2026
- Duration
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1 year 6 months
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
- Carry out day-to-day warehouse operations as directed by the Warehouse Manager
- Prepare and de-prepare equipment for projects, ensuring it is ready for use and properly checked on return
- Maintain and repair equipment where required, reporting faults promptly
- Accurately process assets and update inventory using management software
- Load and unload vehicles safely and efficiently
- Maintain a clean, organised, and safe warehouse and working environment
- Complete deliveries and collections using the company vehicle as required
- Provide on-site project support when needed
- Report to: Warehouse Manager for warehouse operations and Project Manager for project-based work
Where you'll work
UNIT 3
HIGH POST BUSINESS P
HIGH POST
SALISBURY
SP4 6AT
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
ACCESS FURTHER EDUCATION LIMITED
Training course
Creative industries production technician (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Interpret system specifications and drawings such as sound, lighting or video.
- Prepare system specifications and drawings.
- Use specialist software systems such as computer aided design and asset management to extract information and input basic information.
- Assemble systems to support production, live performance or events from component parts using correct tools.
- Troubleshoot and fault find issues in discrete pieces of equipment.
- Deploy, operate and maintain technical equipment and tools.
- Prepare, test, repair and maintain lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and adapt communication appropriately to suit the audience.
- Use digital collaboration tools to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Direct team members taking into consideration their level of experience.
- Interpret and apply method statements in response to dynamic risk assessment to help ensure safe planning and delivery of work processes.
- Use safety and access equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions or to an alternative safe scheme of use.
- Assemble and configure structures and systems from component parts to production specification.
- Disassemble structures and systems, storing component parts and equipment safely.
- Prepare written information and reports.
- Comply with creative venue budgetary and financial management protocols.
- Undertake set and change scenes in live performance – setting and striking scenic elements under show conditions.
- Operate suspension systems.
- Undertake stage crafts such as basic scenic construction, carpentry, metalwork, stage machinery, props, scene changes, knots and terminations.
- Trouble shoot, fault find and carry out basic repairs to creative venue and production systems.
- As directed, inspect, test and maintain creative venue systems and production systems.
- Program and operate production control consoles. Undertake cueing and operation during the live performance or event.
- Trouble shoot, fault find and repair at sub assembly and component level.
- Calibrate equipment and systems to meet production requirements.
- Identify, specify and use components, systems and products applicable for the environment.
- Identify and undertake servicing requirements in line with manufacturer recommendations.
- Achieve effective network connectivity across live event systems.
- Identify required packing space for equipment and for truck packs.
- Prepare and operate lifting and ground rigging equipment.
- Program and operate lighting control systems.
- Assess and monitor power supply systems, installing wiring for practicals and equipment as required.
- Prepare, set and operate lighting equipment to create the desired effect.
- Manipulate and modify lighting, using diffusion materials, filters or reflectors to create the desired effect.
- Adapt lighting to meet short notice creative changes in the production design or script.
- Prepare and operate extra low voltage lighting equipment and systems.
- Identify the dangers and restrictions in the use of battery supplies including charging and mitigate for these.
- Interpret system specifications and drawings such as sound, lighting or video.
- Prepare system specifications and drawings.
- Use specialist software systems such as computer aided design and asset management to extract information and input basic information.
- Assemble systems to support production, live performance or events from component parts using correct tools.
- Troubleshoot and fault find issues in discrete pieces of equipment.
- Deploy, operate and maintain technical equipment and tools.
- Prepare, test, repair and maintain lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and adapt communication appropriately to suit the audience.
- Use digital collaboration tools to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Direct team members taking into consideration their level of experience.
- Interpret and apply method statements in response to dynamic risk assessment to help ensure safe planning and delivery of work processes.
- Use safety and access equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions or to an alternative safe scheme of use.
- Assemble and configure structures and systems from component parts to production specification.
- Disassemble structures and systems, storing component parts and equipment safely.
- Prepare written information and reports.
Training schedule
Training will take place in the workplace and online.
Requirements
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
About this employer
Major Tom Audio is the brainchild of renowned audio engineers Lars Brogaard and Chris Marsh, whose decades of experience at the forefront of live sound and production have shaped some of the world’s most iconic performances. With a shared passion for pristine audio and innovative sound design, Lars and Chris bring a deep understanding of touring, engineering, and artist collaboration. Their work with top-tier global acts has earned them a reputation for excellence, and Major Tom Audio reflects their commitment to pushing boundaries and delivering world-class audio solutions tailored to each unique performance.
After this apprenticeship
Learn practical, industry-relevant skills that can lead to long-term career growth.
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The contact for this apprenticeship is:
ACCESS FURTHER EDUCATION LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000004411.
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Closes in 26 days (Monday 5 January 2026)
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