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Lighting Technician

Job Title: Lighting Technician

Reports to: Production Manager, Rigging & Special Events

Team: Rigging & Special Events

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: January 23rd 2026


LIGHTING TECHNICIAN - SCOTTISH EVENT CAMPUS

Comprising the SEC Centre, SEC Armadillo and the OVO Hydro, the Scottish Event Campus (SEC) is Scotland's premier venue for events, gigs, conferences, and exhibitions. We enjoy an enviable reputation as one of Europe’s most prestigious venues with the OVO Hydro consistently ranked in the top 3 busiest venues in the world, attracting over 2 million visitors per year.

 

As a Lighting Technician, you will be responsible for working as part of the Rigging & Special Events Team to help deliver the following:

  • Deliver bespoke lighting designs for various events.
  • Operate and maintain cutting-edge lighting systems.
  • Drive innovation and enhance client experiences.
  • Collaborate with a dynamic team to create unforgettable moments.

Key attributes:

Our ideal candidate is a motivated, reliable and professional individual who takes pride in their work and is committed to excellence. They are a strong communicator and a natural team player, with a proactive attitude and the ability to adapt to changing priorities within a busy environment.

  • Be available during event build and break periods to co-ordinate lighting set-ups and de-rigs.
  • Be a point of escalation to the AV team on lighting matters, providing suitable guidance and support.
  • Be proficient with the function and use of the venue’s extensive production lighting equipment and operating procedures.
  • To display innovation in your capacity to advise clients and colleagues on the best lighting solutions for their requirements.
  • Maintain and manage a planned preventative maintenance schedule for the SEC production lighting inventory.
  • To establish an asset register of all production lighting equipment to ensure that all statutory requirements for testing and inspection of equipment are scheduled accordingly.
  • Support technical and production managers with planning and technical advice particular to production lighting requirements.
  • Be available during event build and break periods to co-ordinate lighting set-ups and de-rigs.

The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate their creative flair, matched with technical ability, and be able to highlight a proven track record of design, installation, and operation of stunning lighting solutions for world class events, which, if successful, can include everything from concerts and conferences to exhibitions and theatrical performances.

If this sounds like a role suitable for you, please send your CV and covering letter, outlining your skills and experience to peopleteam@sec.co.uk

To view the full role profile, please click here. 

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