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Audio Visual Project Manager – £45,000 - £65,000 (Dependent on Experience)\n Location: Wembley, London\n\nWe are seeking an experienced Audio Visual Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of high-profile broadcast, live event, and experiential projects. This role is ideal for an individual with a passion for AV technology and a proven track record in managing large-scale, complex projects across the UK.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nEnd-to-End Project Delivery: Manage AV projects from initial brief through to onsite execution and de-rigging.\nClient Liaison: Act as the primary client contact, ensuring exceptional service and clear communication at all stages.\nTechnical Interpretation: Interpret technical specifications and deliver solutions using a wide range of AV equipment.\nTeam Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams (operations, technical, logistics) to ensure efficient planning and resource allocation.\nBudget & Schedule Oversight: Manage project budgets, timelines, and ensure commercial performance is met.\nOnsite Leadership: Lead onsite teams and freelance technicians to deliver projects to the highest standards.\nCompliance: Ensure all projects meet relevant health & safety standards (BS7909, LOLER, PUWER, etc.).\n\nRequirements:\n\nProven experience in AV project management within live events, broadcast, or production environments.\nStrong technical knowledge of lighting, video, and control systems.\nExcellent client-facing and communication skills.\nAbility to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.\nCommercial awareness and experience with budget management.\nA valid full UK driving licence.\n\nWhat We Offer:\n\nOpportunity to work on industry-leading productions and major UK events.\nAccess to one of the largest AV and production equipment inventories in the UK.\nA collaborative and high-performance team environment.\nCompetitive salary and benefits package, based on experience.\nApply online, email your CV to or call the Interaction Recruitment Watford branch on (phone number removed) and ask for Chloe.\n\nINDWF

esponsibilities • Engineering Standards & Code Quality, • Define and enforce Java and Node.js engineering standards across the team, with a strong emphasis on robust exception handling, binary stream processing, structured logging using Application Insights, and security‑first development practices., • Cloud‑Native Application Readiness, • Ensure applications are designed for containerisation from inception, including the implementation of health check endpoints, secure secrets management via Azure Key Vault, correct port configuration for container workloads, and stateless design principles compatible with Azure Container Apps (ACA)., • Technical Leadership & Mentorship, • Provide hands‑on technical mentorship to junior and mid‑level engineers by conducting structured code reviews, identifying and addressing technical debt, and fostering a culture of engineering excellence that prevents recurring quality issues such as corrupted or misconfigured deployments., • Architecture & Delivery Alignment, • Collaborate closely with the Principal Architect to translate High‑Level Designs (HLDs) into clear, production‑ready implementation plans. Ensure the team understands architectural intent, design trade‑offs, and non‑functional constraints that must be adhered to., • Quality Assurance & Testing Strategy, • Experience, • 10+ years of professional Java development experience, with substantial hands‑on ownership of Spring Boot–based microservices in production environments., • Azure Platform Integration, • Proven experience building applications that integrate with Azure‑native services, including Azure Key Vault for secrets management, Azure Storage APIs, and Azure Service Bus for event‑driven and asynchronous workloads., • DevOps‑Aware Development, • Strong understanding of the end‑to‑end CI/CD lifecycle, with the ability to read, understand, and contribute to Dockerfiles and GitHub Actions workflows as a developer who appreciates the operational path their code follows., • API & Integration Expertise, • Deep knowledge of RESTful API design, OAuth2 authentication flows (including FusionAuth integrations), and DMARC‑compliant transactional email delivery using SendGrid., • Testing Discipline & Standards, • A non‑negotiable focus on automated unit and integration testing, with the capability to define and uphold testing standards that can be consistently adopted across the engineering team., • Education & Certifications, • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. Microsoft Azure developer certifications are considered an advantage.

Technical Manager - Head of Video Uxbridge / London Below, you will find a complete breakdown of everything required of potential candidates, as well as how to apply Good luck. Your perspective: • Private Healthcare after 12 months of continuous service, • Employee supported volunteering, • Enhanced family leave provision, • Perkbox and Employee assistance Programme, • Company sick pay, • Employee recognition scheme, • Generous employee referral scheme, • Mentoring support and training initiatives, • Access to state-of-the-art technology, • Global presence and opportunities worldwide The Technical Manager will have a very strong technical background in the Audio Visual Industry with an expert level skill set and experience in Video; this position must be the subject matter expert for their discipline. Sitting within the Production function, the Technical Manager manages all aspects of that discipline as it pertains to event pre-planning, on-site management, equipment maintenance and post show activities. Must have the ability to operate/trouble-shoot high-end equipment and have familiarity with major brands of audio-visual systems and components in a large venue situation. The Technical Manager will be the key resource of information for the Production team; will interface with the warehouse leads helping to design systems; and be the project manager for large event systems. The Technical Manager is required to mentor and develop the technicians. Also where appropriate the Technical Manager will negotiate with supply chains and drive innovation with our product portfolio. On a project by project basis the Technical Manager will maximise profitability by using our own equipment and labour. The Technical Manager may or may not manage a team of Technical Specialists and will report to the Director, Project Management or General Manager, UAE as appropriate. Key Job Responsibilities Event Pre-planning • Partner with the Senior Project Managers, Project Managers and end client to design, pre-plan and manage all aspects of their expertise or discipline., • Drive Results - Complete necessary technical drawings, production plans, labour needs, budgets, equipment selection, and interfaces with the warehouse leads, and sub rentals., • Delivers World Class Service ensuring their discipline meets or exceeds the clients needs by managing the production plan, budget, and Encore production/safety standards., • Do the Right Thing - Set and properly test technical components., • Operate designated equipment for the event, as needed., • Provides leadership to their assigned crew, including internal and external team members., • Responsible for post-show management to include: final labour, time sheets, expenses, sub rentals, and any equipment maintenance needs., • Provides excellent service and strive to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers., • Value People by promoting a culture of high performance, accountability and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality., • Manage performance, addresses employee concerns, maintains adequate staffing levels, and facilitates team development., • Manage the HR activities including selection, performance management, and learning., • Provide focused and continued coaching to develop the skills of team members., • Train employees on Encore standards for service and equipment, and verifies they are properly trained on company computer systems. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may change, or additional tasks within scope of work may be assigned at any time with or without notice, as necessitated by business demands. Job Qualifications • BA/BS Degreed or equivalent experience, • 5+ years of live large venue audio visual, • 5+ years of knowledge of Audio Visual and expert level technical skill set in a discipline, • 2+ years crew lead experience (not necessarily direct reports), • Strong customer service skills, • Excellent organisation skills, • Advanced problem solving skills, • Strong written and oral communications skills, • Ability to travel up to 75%

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Oak View Group is reinventing the way the world comes together. Driven by a passion to revolutionise the live events industry with dynamic thinking and an unshakeable dedication to those we serve, OVG turns up the volume on what makes life extraordinary. From inspired development to curated hospitality, from brand innovation to premium for all, OVG is setting new standards and redefining expectations for everyone. About the Venue Managed by Rhubarb Hospitality Collection, the iconic Royal Albert Hall operation consists of 3 restaurants, 14 bars, 1 retail outlet, 147 hospitality boxes and events for up to 2000 people. Role Purpose We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef Main Kitchen to support the day to day leadership and operation o f the Royal Albert Halls main kitchen. Working closely with the Head Chef and Senior Culinary Team, you will play a key role in the preparation and delivery of consistently high quality food across core hospitality and event operations within the venue. This is a busy and demanding kitchen environment. The scale of production, variety of menus and expectation of excellence require a disciplined, organised and hands on Sous Chef who thrives in a fast paced operation. You will be a vital part of a multi stakeholder culinary operation, working collaboratively with senior chefs, events, hospitality and operations teams to maintain standards and ensure smooth service delivery. What you'll be doing Supporting the Head Chef and Senior Culinary Team in the daily operation of the main kitchen, ensuring food quality, consistency and presentation meet Royal Albert Hall standards Leading kitchen teams during prep and service periods, setting standards and ensuring procedures and timelines are followed Maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and health and safety throughout the kitchen Coaching, training and developing junior chefs, supporting performance and progression within the kitchen brigade Acting as a senior presence within the main kitchen during service, maintaining control and upholding standards at all times What we're looking for You will come from a high volume hospitality environment such as a major venue, cultural institution, hotel or large scale restaurant operation, with solid experience working in a main production kitchen. Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef within a high volume, structured kitchen environment Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, motivate and develop kitchen teams Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail within a fast paced operation A calm, professional and solutions focused approach under pressure Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with senior chefs and wider operational teams Sound knowledge of food safety legislation, allergen compliance, COSHH and health and safety requirements Experience working within large scale, multi outlet or venue based operations would be highly advantageous Good to know Please note, this role pays £40,000 - 42,964 (inclusive of tronc) DOE and is 100% on site at the Royal Albert Hall Benefits: Enhanced holiday entitlement Learning and Development opportunities Pension Scheme Staff social events throughout the year Free meals on duty Employee Assistance Programme Referral Scheme TPBN1_UKCT

Leading technical delivery Plan, manage, and oversee AV, scenic, LED, and rigging installations Take full responsibility for on-site delivery and safe de-rig Produce technical schematics, floor plans, and cable calls Project & client leadership Advise Account Managers and clients on complex technical solutions Support pitches and new business opportunities Act as a senior technical voice across projects Team & resource management Plan crew, logistics, and technical resources with Operations Oversee Technical Managers across multiple event areas Support training, development, and upskilling within the team You'll bring: Extensive experience in live event technical production (end-to-end) Strong background in AV systems within corporate or exhibition environments Solid understanding of event power, cabling, and health & safety CAD experience (Vectorworks or similar) Ability to calculate: Lens throws Lighting angles Weight loads Speaker dispersion Power requirements Sightlines and floor loadsBonus points for: Experience with virtual or hybrid events and streaming platform

Oak View Group is reinventing the way the world comes together. Driven by a passion to revolutionise the live events industry with dynamic thinking and an unshakeable dedication to those we serve, OVG turns up the volume on what makes life extraordinary. From inspired development to curated hospitality, from brand innovation to premium for all, OVG is setting new standards and redefining expectations for everyone. About the Venue Managed by Rhubarb Hospitality Collection, the iconic Royal Albert Hall operation consists of 3 restaurants, 14 bars, 1 retail outlet, 147 hospitality boxes and events for up to 2000 people. Role Purpose We are seeking an experienced Senior Sous Chef Events to support the delivery of exceptional event catering at the Royal Albert Hall. Working closely with the Head Chef Events and the wider Culinary Senior Team, you will play a key role in the planning, preparation and execution of food operations across a diverse and high profile events programme. This is a demanding and fast paced role within a complex operation. The scale of the Royal Albert Hall, combined with the variety and volume of events, requires a highly organised, hands on chef who leads confidently under pressure. You will be an integral part of a multi stakeholder operation, working collaboratively with events, hospitality, logistics and operations teams to ensure consistently high standards. What you'll be doing Supporting the Head Chef Events in the delivery of all culinary operations for events, including concerts, gala dinners, corporate events, private hires and VIP hospitality Assisting with the planning, development and execution of event menus, ensuring quality, consistency and presentation meet Royal Albert Hall standards Overseeing day to day kitchen operations for events, including preparation, production and service Leading and supervising kitchen teams during event preparation and live service, ensuring standards, procedures and timings are consistently met Supporting kitchen logistics, including production planning, stock usage and post event breakdown Working closely with Events, Hospitality and Operations teams to ensure food delivery aligns with event formats and guest expectations Maintaining exceptional standards of food safety, hygiene and health and safety, ensuring full compliance at all times Ensuring allergen information, dietary requirements and due diligence documentation are accurately followed and maintained What we're looking for You will come from a luxury hotel, major events venue, cultural institution or high volume hospitality operation, with experience in large scale event catering or banqueting. Proven experience as a Senior Sous Chef or Sous Chef within a high volume or events focused kitchen Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, train and motivate large kitchen teams Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail within complex operational environments A calm, professional and solutions focused approach when working under pressure Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with senior chefs and multiple departments Sound knowledge of food safety legislation, allergen compliance, COSHH and health and safety requirements Experience working across multiple kitchens or large event operations would be highly advantageous Good to know Please note, this role pays £48,000 - 50,880 (inclusive of tronc) DOE and is 100% on site at the Royal Albert Hall Benefits: Enhanced holiday entitlement Learning and Development opportunities Pension Scheme Staff social events throughout the year Free meals on duty Employee Assistance Programme Referral Scheme Our Inclusion Commitments OVG is for everyone. Diversity d rives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Wherever you come from, wherever you are going, wed love to hear from you. If you need any additional support or adjustments with your application, let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need. Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. TPBN1_UKCT