Electrical Maintenance Technician

Neg Earth Lights; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Neg Earth Lights is looking for an experienced electrical/electronic technician to join our Park Royal operations. You will maintain and service lighting equipment, dimmers, controls and power distribution to ensure client readiness within agreed timescales.

The role requires soldering and wiring expertise, 3-phase power knowledge and a proactive, team-oriented approach. Flexibility for overtime, including weekends, is essential to keep projects flowing.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Electrical/Electronic qualification or BTEC Electrical qualification.
• Practical experience in an electrical/electronic role.
• Soldering and wiring experience.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools and test equipment.
• Knowledge of 3-phase power and distribution.
• Electrical safety knowledge and awareness.
• Knowledge of Motor Control Systems.
• Ability to work autonomously whilst being a real team player.
• Willingness to take ownership and accountability.
• Ability to plan ahead, organise, prioritise workload.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, with resilience and flexibility.
• Can-do positive attitude.
• Great communication skills.
• Willingness to work 7-day operation including weekends when required.
• Basic computer skills.
• MS Office: Outlook, Excel, Word.

Responsibilities

• Repair and service electrical equipment and systems.
• Maintain and test dimmers, distros, controls, transformers and lighting gear.
• Assemble cables and distribute mains safely.
• Keep stock managed and returned per process.
• Assist with power distribution and motor control as needed.
• Maintain lighting equipment and prepare for client use.
• Support team with cross-functional tasks and learn new systems.

Skills

Soldering

Wiring

Hand tools

Power tools

3-phase power distribution

Electrical safety

Motor control systems

Autonomous working

Team player

Overtime readiness

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 Electrical/Electronic qualification or BTEC Electrical qualification

Tools

Test equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

What makes Neg Earth different and what we can offer you

Founded in 1983 by Dave & Pip Ridgway, Neg Earth Lights is a family-owned lighting and rigging equipment supplier for the entertainment industry. We are based at our purpose-built state-of-the-art facilities in Park Royal, London. Every day is different and brings new and exciting challenges. We have a commitment to a sustainable live events and touring industry, one that sparks real emotions and long-lasting memories whilst creating a sense of belonging for our team.

With over 40 years' experience of investing in the latest equipment, in our people, and in our relationships, we encourage ingenuity, creativity, and the exploration of new ways to collaborate.

From concept to delivery, our team wear our reputation for innovation, quality, and reliability as a badge of honour. We seek to invest in the latest and best equipment and ensure everything, from flight cases to truss is maintained to the highest standard. We are forward thinking and flexible, making the complex, simple and the simple, exceptional. No matter the size or scale of the project we take pride in our consistency and customer focused approach.

For us, your training and development takes centre stage, from your first day to your last we will encourage and support you throughout your career development. Our NELL Academy training programmes support your wellbeing and ensure you have the skills and knowledge to excel in your role. Our Leadership programmes enable our managers to help you succeed and our competencies guide your development and realise your full potential. We create an inspirational environment rewarding employees for their hard work.

With us, everything is possible, and we strive to ensure every member of our team can take pride in their delivery of projects and promoting creative solutions.

About You & the Role:

The purpose of this role is to ensure that Neg Earth's equipment is maintained and serviced to the highest and safest standards. You will be part of a professional technical operations team that ensures the equipment is ready for clients in agreed timescales, working alongside other highly skilled technicians with some of the industry's leading technology and brands.

If you have great attention to detail and are resourceful in finding solutions then these technical roles will provide you with the opportunity, training, and guidance to grow your knowledge to a high level of expertise. The smooth running of our operations is dependent upon a collaborative approach and teamwork. You must be able to demonstrate that you can follow set guidelines and work with a diverse group of people.

Your Duties:

• The repair of cable, soldered, crimped and screw fixings.
• Service and maintenance of Dimmers, Distros, Controls, Transformers and Specialist Lighting equipment
• Test and repair, fault finding, manufacture of lightweight and heavy weight cable assemblies and mains distribution
• Ensure all equipment is sent out and returned in line with the Company Stock Management process
• Preparing and maintaining intercom systems is desirable, but training can be provided
• Stock barcoding in alignment with internal processes and procedures
• Maintain stock levels through liaising with Management
• Reliably maintaining spare parts and stock levels for all equipment, researching supplies with manufacturers and advising Management/Procurement
• Prepare and maintain various types of motion control systems
• As directed by management, to assist others with power distribution, motor control, cabling, bespoke equipment and special projects
• Prepare and maintain lighting equipment as required

Standard Companywide Responsibilities:

• Any other duties as required / authorised by your Line Manager / Line Management reporting line
• Comply with all Health and Safety requirements
• Comply with all Policies and Procedures
• Ensuring that work areas are kept clean and tidy at all times

Requirements

Your Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Level 2 Electrical/Electronic qualification or BTEC Electrical qualification
• Practical experience working in an electrical/electronic role
• Proven experience soldering and wiring
• Experience using hand tools, power tools and test equipment
• Knowledge of 3 phase power and distribution
• Electrical safety knowledge and awareness
• Knowledge and understanding of Motor Control Systems
• Ability to work autonomously whilst being a real team player.
• Willingness to take ownership and accountability
• Ability to plan ahead, organise, prioritise workload.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, demonstrating resilience, flexibility and ability to maintain positive relationships
• Can-do positive attitude
• Great communication skills
• The show must go on so providing a 7-day operation/service is key. Therefore, the ability to work paid overtime on occasions, including weekends as required
• Basic computer skills
• Basic MS Office applications skills- Outlook, Excel, Word.

Desirable

• Experience working for a family run business
• Experience working in the entertainment industry, or a similar industry with warehouse environment