Freelance Audio Visual Engineer

Freelance Audio Visual Engineer (SC Cleared)

Location: UK-wide (various sites)Contract Type: Freelance / Contract Clearance Required: Active SC Clearance Rate: Competitive day rate (DOE)

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Audio Visual Engineer with current SC Clearance to support secure AV projects across government, defence, and other sensitive environments. This role is ideal for a proven AV professional who is flexible, reliable, and confident working independently on high-security sites.

You will take on a range of installation, service, and support tasks, ensuring AV systems are delivered and maintained to the highest standards while complying with strict security protocols.

• Deliver installation, integration, testing, and commissioning of AV and VC systems on secure sites
• Provide troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repair of AV equipment
• Perform rack builds, cable work, room fit-outs, and hardware configuration
• Work across platforms including Crestron, Extron, AMX, QSC, Biamp, Shure, Cisco, and MS Teams Rooms
• Follow site policies, security procedures, and documentation requirements
• Collaborate with project managers and technical leads to ensure smooth delivery
• Provide clear reporting and job documentation after each assignment

• Active SC Security Clearance (essential - cannot onboard without it)
• Proven experience as an AV Engineer (installation, service, or commissioning)
• Strong knowledge of corporate, government, or defence AV environments
• Ability to work autonomously and manage time effectively
• Excellent technical troubleshooting skills
• Strong communication and client-facing professionalism
• Own tools, laptop, and transport (preferred)

• Competitive freelance day rates
• Flexible contract assignments
• Work on high-profile, secure programmes
• Opportunities for ongoing project work with a trusted partner