Live Events & Musical Backline Engineer

About the role

Our client, SightNSound Nigeria, is looking for an experienced Backline Engineer to join its live production team in Lagos. The role involves preparing, testing and maintaining professional backline equipment and providing hands‑on technical support to artists before and during live events.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, test and maintain backline equipment for live events.
• Set up and dismantle backline systems at venues.
• Provide technical support to artists and musicians during rehearsals and performances.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair musical instruments and backline gear.
• Manage backline inventory, conduct stock checks and audit equipment.
• Track equipment issued to events and ensure proper return to the warehouse.
• Report missing, damaged or faulty items promptly.
• Collaborate with the Production Manager and technical team on‑site.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Backline Engineer or similar role.
• Strong technical knowledge of live‑music backline equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Good communication, teamwork and problem‑solving skills.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and travel when required.

Required skills

• Backline equipment setup and configuration.
• Instrument maintenance and repair.
• Troubleshooting of musical and audio equipment.
• Inventory and asset management for backline gear.