Job Description

About the Role

Are you a hands-on leader with experience in exhibition installations, event production, audio visual (AV) setups, or staging?

We're looking for an experienced Installation Manager to oversee the installation and dismantling of exhibition stands, event structures, AV equipment, LED screens, and other event-related installations.

This role is ideal for someone with a background in exhibitions, events, audio visual production, staging, or construction who enjoys leading crews, solving technical challenges, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

At Expo Centric, we create extraordinary brand experiences through exhibitions and events. You'll join a team driven by our values of Courage, Curiosity, Selflessness, Judgement, and Communication.

🎥 Discover what we do at Expo Centric:

https://www.youtube.com/watch-v=7yKFWj_8e3Q

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🔍 What You'll Do

Installation, AV & Event Construction

• Lead the installation and dismantling of exhibition stands, event structures, staging, LED screens, display systems, and AV equipment.
• Oversee the safe installation of screens, technology mounts, structural frames, flooring, and exhibition components.
• Coordinate with AV technicians and other specialist contractors to ensure technical equipment is correctly positioned, mounted, and integrated into exhibition structures.
• Carry out hands-on construction, assembly, and installation work onsite and in the warehouse.
• Review construction drawings, exhibition floorplans, and technical installation requirements.
• Troubleshoot installation challenges involving structural components, equipment placement, AV integration, and site constraints.
• Ensure completed installations meet design specifications, safety standards, and client expectations.

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Lead, supervise, and coordinate installation crews, general hands, AV technicians, and external contractors as required.
• Allocate tasks, monitor productivity, and ensure installation deadlines are met.
• Train new crew members in installation procedures, equipment handling, and safety practices.
• Maintain strong team communication and a positive working environment.

Project & Operations Coordination

• Coordinate with Project Managers, Designers, Operations, and AV suppliers to plan installation requirements.
• Attend pre-construction meetings to review installation schedules, equipment requirements, and potential site challenges.
• Manage deliveries, equipment movements, collections, and dismantling schedules.
• Identify potential installation issues early and recommend practical solutions.
• Communicate project progress, delays, safety concerns, and technical issues to relevant stakeholders.

Safety, Quality & Efficiency

• Ensure safe working practices across all installation and dismantling activities.
• Oversee the safe handling, lifting, mounting, and positioning of equipment and exhibition structures.
• Ensure all installation components, AV equipment, fittings, and materials are packed and ready before dispatch.
• Conduct post-installation inspections, document completed work, and address outstanding issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve installation methods, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.
• Report safety incidents, near misses, equipment damage, and installation challenges.

Warehouse & Inventory Support

• Oversee the handling, storage, and maintenance of installation materials, tools, and equipment.
• Monitor inventory levels and report shortages or damaged items.
• Support warehouse preparation, packing, loading, and dispatch activities when required.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Complete timesheets, installation checklists, project documentation, and basic budget tracking.
• Maintain accurate records of completed installations, equipment usage, and operational issues.

✅ What You Bring

Experience & Technical Skills

• Proven experience in exhibition stand installation, audio visual (AV) production, live events, staging, event construction, or a similar hands-on industry.
• Experience supervising installation crews, technicians, or onsite construction teams.
• Practical knowledge of event installation processes, including bump-in and bump-out.
• Experience working with LED screens, display systems, AV mounting, staging, trussing, or event technology is highly regarded.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, floorplans, and technical installation plans.
• Understanding of structural assembly, equipment mounting, rigging safety, and site requirements.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to adapt to changing project requirements.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Willingness to work hands-on alongside the installation crew when required.

Licences & Requirements

• Forklift licence.
• Own tools.
• EWP licence (preferred).
• Relevant rigging, working-at-heights, or other industry certifications (advantageous).
• Flexibility to work outside standard business hours during exhibition installations and dismantling.

🌟 Why Join Expo Centric?

• Work on exciting exhibitions, corporate events, and high-profile brand experiences.
• Gain exposure to both exhibition construction and AV/event technology installations.
• Lead a skilled team delivering creative and technically challenging projects.
• Join a collaborative, supportive, and values-driven workplace.
• Develop your leadership and technical expertise across different types of event installations.

Ready to Apply?

Submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with this role.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.

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