Merlin • Staffordshire-Stoke-on-Trent, ST10 4DB, UK

Audio Visual Technician

Employment type: Full time

Salary: £13 per hour

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Job Description

What you'll bring to the team

We are Alton Towers Resort, part of the magical Merlin Entertainments Group, one of the world’s largest and most diverse entertainment companies. We’re currently looking for a passionate and skilled Audio Visual Technician to join our team in a permanent role.

This is your chance to be part of the team behind the scenes, helping bring our world-class live shows, rides, and immersive attractions to life every single day.

Weekend work and bank holidays are require. Shift patterns vary from a mixture of earlies and lates.

About the Role:

As an Audio Visual Technician at Alton Towers Resort, you'll work across a wide range of exciting projects, ensuring our audio, lighting, and visual systems run flawlessly. Your daily tasks will include:

Operating and maintaining permanently installed AV systems throughout the resort
Supporting the installation, maintenance, and de-rig of complex AV setups
Conducting routine safety and operational checks on all technical systems
Delivering exceptional service to both guests and colleagues
Working hands-on with cutting-edge technology and industry-leading equipment

Qualifications & Experience

This is a diverse, high-impact role where your technical skills and creative mindset will help create magical moments for thousands of guests.

We’re Looking for Someone With Experience In:

Theatrical lighting systems
Live audio mixing using digital desks
Video systems and show control
Ethernet networking
Special effects and show rigging
AV system installation, wiring, and repair
Mains electrical knowledge

Plus, You’ll Need To:

Be passionate about creating amazing guest experiences
Love working in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
Have a strong work ethic and a collaborative attitude

Benefits

‘Enjoy the Ride’ Merlin Annual Passes - 6 in total per year, 1 for you, plus 5 to gift to loved ones!
Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all our Merlin Attractions across the world rising to 40 after a year’s service
28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Private pension scheme
40% discount online off LEGO
25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Plus, many more…

Pay Range

GBP £13.40/Hr.

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Company benefits

Annual bonus

Buy or sell annual leave

Charity donation scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Employee discounts – 40% LEGO Discount

Enhanced pension match/contribution

Eye Care Support

Family health insurance

Health insurance

Theme park discounts

Lunch and learns

In house training

Further education support

Open to part time work for some roles

Open to part-time employees

Mental health first aiders

Mentoring

Learning platform

Collaboration spaces

Modern office

Private booths

Employee recognition scheme

Volunteer days

Working at Merlin

Company employees:

22,000

Gender diversity (m:f):

52:48

Hiring in countries

Australia

Canada

Denmark

Germany

Italy

Malaysia

Netherlands

United Kingdom

United States

Office Locations

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Job Description

What you'll bring to the team

This is your chance to be part of the team behind the scenes, helping bring our world-class live shows, rides, and immersive attractions to life every single day.

Weekend work and bank holidays are require. Shift patterns vary from a mixture of earlies and lates.

About the Role:

Operating and maintaining permanently installed AV systems throughout the resort

Supporting the installation, maintenance, and de-rig of complex AV setups

Conducting routine safety and operational checks on all technical systems

Delivering exceptional service to both guests and colleagues

Working hands-on with cutting-edge technology and industry-leading equipment

Qualifications & Experience

This is a diverse, high-impact role where your technical skills and creative mindset will help create magical moments for thousands of guests.

We’re Looking for Someone With Experience In:

Theatrical lighting systems

Live audio mixing using digital desks

Video systems and show control

Ethernet networking

Special effects and show rigging

AV system installation, wiring, and repair

Mains electrical knowledge

Plus, You’ll Need To:

Be passionate about creating amazing guest experiences

Love working in a fast-paced, high-energy environment

Have a strong work ethic and a collaborative attitude

Benefits

‘Enjoy the Ride’ Merlin Annual Passes - 6 in total per year, 1 for you, plus 5 to gift to loved ones!

Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all our Merlin Attractions across the world rising to 40 after a year’s service

28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Private pension scheme

40% discount online off LEGO

25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Plus, many more…

Pay Range

GBP £13.40/Hr.