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DSU Technical Assistant

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1095172


De Montfort University (Leicester)


23/02/2026


Ongoing


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Smart Casual

Pay


£12.21


£1.47

Description

Role

Unitemps, a campus-based recruitment agency owned by De Montfort University, is dedicated to assisting students, graduates, and local professionals in gaining valuable work experience and earning income.  

Unitemps External Recruitment Team collaborate with local businesses within the Leicestershire area; we work on a wide range of roles, from student-oriented positions to professional roles, offering a diverse array of opportunities. Recognizing the unique needs of students, we successfully maintain a database comprising a mix of students and local candidates.  

There are several benefits to engaging with Unitemps at DMU:  

Networking Opportunities: Through Unitemps, you may have the chance to work with various departments at the university and to engage with Leicestershire businesses.  

Professional Development: Many positions available through Unitemps may offer opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement. 

Career Progression: Some temporary positions may lead to permanent employment within the university, giving you a potential pathway for long-term career advancement. 

Contribution to the University Community: By working with Unitemps at DMU, you become a part of the university community and can contribute to its success and growth. 

THE ROLE 

On behalf of our Leicester Client, we are seeking to recruit a Technical Assistant for the Lvl 1 Venue within the DSU. We are looking for a candidate who can work on Monday 2ndMarch to Friday 6th March from 10am to 3pm to be considered for this role.     

The primary responsibility will be to assist Venue’s Management with the operation of DSU, and Lvl1 technical equipment for a range of events that we hold.

The hours vary, include both daytime and night time (including some of the late night) shifts and are flexible to work around your study schedule.

Shifts vary primarily across Monday to Saturday evenings; some daytime and Sunday work may be required.

Expected start date: ASAP

Expected end date: TBC

Rate of pay: £12.21

Holiday Pay: £1.47

Duties and responsibilities

  • Work independently and part of a team to ensure sound and lighting throughout the course of an event is smoothly run.
  • Assist with the upkeep and maintenance of DSU’s technical equipment.
  • Effectively work with promotors and DJs to ensure an excellent atmosphere for events.
  • • Comply with the relevant safety requirements, undertaking training as required to fulfil your duties.
  • Assist with the set-up and pack down of event décor, and furniture.
  • Work unsociable hours including late nights and weekends.
  • Have a personal responsibility to work in a safe environment through maintenances, cleanliness and housekeeping standards ensuring that any faults, problems, issues, accidents, or incidents are reported to the manager on duty.
  • Identify and communicate improvements in processes to the Venue’s Management
  • Have some knowledge in the till system for the bar.
  • Occasionally be responsible for the opening and closing of the building.

Skills and experience

  • Previous experience in a similar role is necessary.
  • Excellent Knowledge in setting up and using lighting equipment for events, concerts, live music performances, and willingness to learn.
  • Preferred experience with Avloites Titan lighting desks (or equivalent).
  • Preferred experience with Beringher digital audio desks (or equivalent). This includes knowledge of wireless audio.
  • Knowledge in setting up and using sound equipment for events, concerts, live music performances, and willingness to learn.
  • Experience in working both as a team and alone to achieve a goal
  • Methodical approach to working and troubleshooting technical challenges during an event
  • Good attention to detail
  • Ability to remain calm whilst working under pressure
  • Ability to work on own initiative without close supervision
  • Be a reliable and trustworthy person
  • Willingness to undertake training require for the role
  • Adaptable and flexible approach to upcoming challenges
  • Ability to work unsociable hours
  • Friendly attitude and ability to communicate effectively with others

Location
De Montfort Student's Union

Additional information

Unitemps is acting as an Employment Business, supplying temporary workers, in relation to this vacancy. Unitemps are based on the 1st floor of the DSU Campus Centre. 

Our friendly reception is open Monday to Friday 10am-4pm and the team are contactable on 01162078351 or Unitemps@dmu.ac.uk if you have any queries relating to Unitemps.  

Unitemps DMU operates a monthly payroll - Please refer to the candidate information hub for DMU unitemps in relation to pay dates and further information - HERE 

DMU STUDENTS ONLY  

The Careers Hub based in Hugh Aston Building on Campus is for DMU students from all faculties to receive tailored careers advice and support from trained Careers coaches; it is a useful space to visit should you have any questions regarding Careers! 

If you require help creating a CV/Cover Letter? Why not make the use of the Careers Team Skills Hub, available via MyGateway by clicking HERE 

  

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