The Opportunity
As an AV Installation Engineer, you will be responsible for the hands-on installation, termination, testing of commercial AV and videoconferencing systems. You will work predominantly on client sites across Europe, often for extended periods, and will be expected to deliver installations to a consistently high standard with minimal supervision. This role requires significant and regular travel within the EU - you should be comfortable spending the majority of your working time away from home.
Key Responsibilities

• Install, terminate and test AV systems including displays, speakers, microphones, DSPs, video bars, control processors and network switches in commercial environments.
• First-fix and second-fix cabling - CAT6/6a, fibre, HDMI, USB, Dante/AES67 audio networks.
• Rack build and cable management to a high standard - dress, label and document all installations.
• Conduct site surveys and produce as-built documentation, cable schedules and snagging reports.
• Liaise with client IT teams, facilities managers and main contractors on-site to coordinate access, power and network requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve installation issues independently, escalating to the project manager or commissioning engineer where necessary.
• Travel extensively within the EU (Netherlands, Germany, France, Spain and others) for project deployments - typically weeks at a time.
• Maintain a clean and professional working environment on client sites at all times.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and site-specific requirements.

Based ideally Greater London or Home Counties but with extensive travel across Europe and UK.
Salary £35k-£40k doe/neg. plus pension benefits.
Your Skills and Experience:
Essential

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience installing commercial AV systems in corporate environments.
• Strong working knowledge of videoconferencing and UC systems - Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms, or equivalent.
• Experience with AV brands such as Crestron, QSC/Q-SYS, Shure, Biamp, Logitech, Neat, Poly and Samsung commercial displays.
• Proficient in structured cabling - CAT6/6a termination, fibre patching, AV-over-IP and Dante audio networking.
• Competent rack builder with a strong eye for cable management and labelling.
• Ability to read and interpret AV drawings, schematics and room layouts.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently on-site with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable with extensive EU travel - you will be away from home regularly, often for extended periods.
• Professional appearance and strong communication skills - you are representing the company on client sites daily.

Desirable

• Crestron, Biamp, QSC or Shure manufacturer certifications.
• CTS (Certified Technology Specialist) or working towards it.
• Experience with Dante audio networking and Audinate certification.
• IPAF, PASMA or CSCS card holder.
• ECS/CSCS card or equivalent electrical qualification.
• Additional European language skills (Dutch, German, French or Spanish) are a strong advantage.
• Previous experience working on international AV projects or multi-site rollouts.

What We Offer

• Generous travel allowances and per diems for EU deployments.
• All travel, accommodation and expenses covered for project work.
• Manufacturer training and certification pathways (Crestron, QSC, Shure and others).
• Support towards CTS certification.
• Exposure to large-scale, high-profile projects for enterprise clients across Europe.
• A growing company with real career progression opportunities.
• Pension contributions and holiday entitlement in line with UK standards.
• A close-knit, hands-on team that values quality workmanship and professional pride.

The Organisation
Our client is a global communications and conferencing company who provide secure and compliant video and audio conferencing, event calls, audio-visual solutions and maintenance services. They pride themselves on long-term relationships with many financial blue-chip clients, where security and compliance are vital.
The Recruiter
AV Jobs are the UK''s No. 1 recruiter in the Audio Visual and complementary products marketplace, ensuring the best fit of client and candidate.

JBRP1_UKTJ