Apprentice Audio Technician

As an Apprentice Audio Technician, you’ll gain hands-on experience working on large-scale productions involving Public Address systems, Media Interview setups, Music Stages, Radio Microphones, Digital Mixing Consoles, and Dante audio networks.

This role combines real-world, on-site technical experience with structured off-the-job training delivered by Blue Lion Training Academy, giving you the professional foundation to build a successful career in live event audio engineering.

Key Responsibilities

Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, you will:

Assist with setup, testing, and operation of live event audio systems, including PA systems, press conference setups, and stage monitoring. Support Media Interview zones, ensuring clean, reliable audio capture and distribution for broadcasters and journalists. Learn to configure and operate Digital Mixing Consoles and networked audio systems using Dante. Prepare and maintain Radio Microphone and IEM systems, ensuring frequency coordination and interference-free operation. Help rig and de-rig music stages, commentary positions, and public address zones at major sporting venues. Assist with signal routing, troubleshooting, and system calibration under live conditions. Participate in technical rehearsals, sound checks, and show calls, supporting senior audio engineers. Keep detailed records of equipment use, maintenance, and fault reporting. Complete structured learning via the Bud apprenticeship platform, attend training sessions, and contribute to tripartite progress reviews. Follow all health, safety, and site access procedures for large-scale event environments.

 

Training:

All apprenticeship training will be completed on-site at the employer's site. 

You will be expected to travel to Derby on 2 separate occasions whilst enrolled on the apprenticeship in order to complete practical training sessions.  

Training Outcome:
A genuine passion for live events and professional audio.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and event days. Good teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills. Basic understanding of sound or music technology, or a strong desire to learn.

Employer Description:

Founded in 1972, MTech Radio Links Communications became the first independent radio company in the UK. Our founder and Managing Director was formerly a Royal Signals radio engineer and later Chief Engineer at Pye Telecom Services in Cambridge.

After obtaining the First Licence in the UK, allowing the hire of radio equipment, we expanded from hiring two-way radios to local regattas and golfing events. Over the years, we became long-term suppliers of communication packages to many of the UK’s well-known and major sporting events, including golf, rowing, tennis, equestrian, polo, air shows and many more. 

 

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Some late evenings & working away may be required depending on work requirements.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience