LED / Digital Signage Installation Engineer

Lead Audio Visual Technician
Location: Reading-based with national travel
Reports to: Project and Installation Manager
Salary: Competitive + Benefits Package
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced AV Technician looking to step into a senior role with national projects, blue-chip clients, and cutting-edge technology?

We're working with a dynamic and growing organisation at the forefront of delivering high-impact digital and audio-visual solutions within the automotive and retail sectors. Our client is seeking a Lead Audio Visual Technician to join their talented team and play a pivotal role in delivering AV installations that transform customer experiences across the UK.

About the Role

As Lead AV Technician, you'll be responsible for overseeing and carrying out installations of audio-visual systems at client sites nationwide. You'll work alongside a skilled in-house team and trusted subcontractors, ensuring all projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and professionalism.

You'll also play a key role in site surveys, service visits, programming support, and leading installation crews on-site. If you thrive in a hands-on, client-facing role and want to work with the latest AV technology - this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct site surveys and advise on AV hardware, software, and resource requirements

Carry out first-fix cable installations and complete end-to-end AV system setup

Lead on-site installations nationwide, maintaining a strong quality focus

Brief and manage installation partners and subcontractors

Make informed decisions around scope changes and risk management on-site

Provide technical support including audio and lighting programming

Deliver service visits in line with SLAs for key clients

Assist with sourcing, vetting, and onboarding local installation engineers

What the Client is Looking For:

A minimum of 3 years' experience installing AV hardware

Comfortable working on-site in a client-facing capacity

Strong understanding of AV technologies including LCD/LED displays, video conferencing, video over IP, and video matrix systems

Experience with control systems and programming for audio and lighting solutions

Solid knowledge of IT networking and troubleshooting within AV environments

Desirable:

CSCS/ECS card holder

IPAF and PASMA accredited

Experience with Q-SYS, BI-AMP, and Crestron systems

First aid qualified

Full UK driving licence

Working Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Please note: This is a field-based role with travel and overnight stays up to 70% of the time.

What's in it for You:

£32,000 to £37,000 per annum

22 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service)

Company pension contribution

Life assurance policy

Employee discount benefits

Fantastic exposure to major industry brands and high-profile projects

If you're a technically skilled and self-motivated AV professional looking for your next challenge, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business and grow your career in a leadership role.

To apply, please send your CV outlining your relevant experience.

We look forward to hearing from you!

INDAV

Apply now to discuss this fantastic opportunity and take the next step in your Audio Visual career.

How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a short cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications to or call us on (phone number removed) #207 for a confidential discussion.

Alecto Recruitment Limited is acting as an employment business for this vacancy.

Keywords: AV Installation Engineer / Audio Visual Engineer / Field Service Engineer / Digital Signage Engineer / LED Display Technician / Video Wall Installer / Electrical Installation Engineer / Multimedia Systems Engineer / IT/Network Cabling Engineer / Technical Installer / Commissioning Engineer / AV/IT Support Technician / Signage Technician / Systems Integrator / Digital Display Technician