AV Technician, Shared Oxford Colleges IT (based at St Peter's and Mansfield Colleges)
Salary: £26,000-£32,000 depending on experience
Hours: Full-time, 37½ hours per week, 5 in 7 days with some weekend and evening work
SOCIT is the Information, Communication, and Technology Services team that delivers local IT support to a consortium of Oxford Colleges.
This role is ideal for an individual with good AV skills, a proactive and solutions-focused approach, and a solid foundation in IT, seeking to advance their career in the AV field. The position offers daily opportunities to develop new skills, supported by two experienced AV technicians based at partner colleges.
The AV Technician will report to the Head of AV at SOCIT and be responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of audio visual (AV) facilities at St Peter’s College and Mansfield College. The role includes providing flexible support, including evenings and weekends, as required. There will also be an expectation for cross site support of other SOCIT member colleges to cover sickness and holiday (once appropriately trained).
In addition, the AV Technician will assist in the coordination and delivery of AV services across the estates of St Peter's and Mansfield Colleges. While the role is predominantly hands-on and event focused, it also involves administrative and strategic responsibilities during non-event periods.
The technician will work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders and maintain close working relationships with the Events, Communications, and SOCIT teams, as well as with the wider college communities.
The ideal candidate will be initiative-taking and solution-oriented, offering a professional and approachable service. They will foster strong relationships with students, staff, and clients, demonstrating excellent attention to detail and a calm, composed manner under pressure.
For full details of the role, please refer to the job description below.
Benefits include membership of the University staff pension scheme, a travel pass and Cyclescheme loan scheme, and free meals are provided at lunchtime when the colleges' kitchens are open. The college also offers an Employee Assistance Programme to assist the health and wellbeing of its employees.
To Apply: If you have the skills and motivation for this role, please send your CV and covering letter explaining why you are suited to this role and the skills you can bring to the HR team . This position will remain open until filled; early application is recommended.
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