Experienced Warehouse Technician, RF & Mics Department Chessington, Surrey and Brooklands, Weybridge

Skan PA; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Life insurance

Sick pay

Job summary

Plus 4 Audio, part of the Britannia Row and Clair Global family, seeks an Experienced Warehouse Technician for its RF & Mics Department based in Chessington and Weybridge. You will join a team delivering world-class audio gear for live events and broadcasts, managing, testing, and maintaining equipment across time-critical projects.

You will develop expertise in RF systems, cables, and equipment while supporting worldwide clients.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of RF equipment and audio systems.
• Proven hands-on experience with live sound gear.
• Reliable with ability to work extended hours.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Bench test RF equipment and verify frequencies.
• Prepare and de-prep equipment for deployment.
• Maintain equipment and ensure firmware up to date.
• Coordinate with Head of Department on settings and frequencies.
• Load and unload trucks and keep work areas clean and organized.

Skills

Audio equipment

RF equipment

Microphones

Hands-on experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Experienced Warehouse Technician, RF & Mics Department

Chessington, Surrey and Brooklands, Weybridge

Full Time

Job Title: Experienced Warehouse Technician

Department: RF (Radio Frequency) and Mics Department

Location: Chessington, Surrey and Brooklands, Weybridge

Contract Type: Full Time/Permanent, 5 in 7

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum, depending on experience plus paid overtime

We are growing our RF team and now have an exciting opportunity to become an Experienced Warehouse Technician within our RF & Mics department. Plus 4 Audio have over 25 years of experience and have established an enviable client list along with a reputation for supplying the best equipment for prestigious live and broadcast events worldwide. Falling under the Clair Global parent company and Britannia Row in the UK, we offer extended production services as well as exciting industry leading innovations.

Based in Chessington and Brooklands, Weybridge the Experienced RF & Mics Warehouse Technician will be reporting to our Head of Department.

What will you do?

As a Warehouse Technician you will be involved in all aspects of the running of the RF & Mics Department, including managing, testing and maintaining our equipment. Plus 4 Audio stocks the latest RF equipment from Shure, Sennheiser and Wisycom, including both digital and analogue systems. You will need to quickly develop a good understanding and knowledge of our equipment and the needs of both local and worldwide clients. Every project is different, and you’ll be working with a brilliant team who specialise in making things happen, from concept to delivery.Reporting directly to the Head of Department you will assist in the preparation and de-reparation of equipment and ensure the smooth running of the department within thewarehouse.

Everything we do is time critical, so the ability to work efficiently and sometimes for extended hours is essential whilst maintaining very high standards. The right person for this role will be a great team player with sharp attention to detail and accuracy, who thrives under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Your main responsibilities are:

• Bench test RF equipment using spectrum analysers and RF generators.
• Including testing of cables
• Ensure equipment is fully functional and on the latest firmware
• Preparation and building of RF racks and systems
• Liaise with your Head of Department to ensure the equipment has the correct
• settings and frequencies
• RF performance and audio testing of all equipment before leaving the shop
• Help organise the RF & Mics department ensuring equipment is de-prepped and
• ready to be deployed and company processes are followed
• Ensure equipment is delivered within timelines and with appropriate packaging
• and documentation
• Ensure that the equipment prepared for supply matches the equipment listed on
• the job specification with 100% accuracy
• Confirm that returning equipment is checked-in and matches the equipment
• that went out, with 100% accuracy
• Store equipment in the correct place
• Report to the head of department any anomalies, lost or damaged equipment
• To follow through with immediacy on all late returns and shortages
• Responsible for preparing, testing, cleaning and quality control for equipment
• Load and unload trucks
• Maintain an open dialogue within the department and with other departmental
• staff to facilitate performance, processes and productivity
• Communicate effectively with the Operations Department, other team members
• within the department as well as Prep/de-prep Dept and the Warehouse Manager
• regarding the preparation of equipment, specific requirements for each job and
• deadlines to achieve the above.
• Ensure RF & Microphone preparation areas are maintained in a clean, organised
• and tidy condition
• Comply with Health and safety regulations at all times
• Checking all equipment requiring PAT testing is up to date in the department
• Supplying technical support to warehouse staff, apprentices, and freelance
• crew
• Provide cover as a departmental representative when necessary
• On site work when required
• Providing guidance and training to apprentices within the department
• Collaborate with the Comms & Data Services department to share knowledge
• particularly on Radio equipment.

What skills and experience do we want?

• A good understanding of audio equipment, RF equipment and microphones
• Hands-on experience of working with audio systems
• You will need to be reliable, and possess a logical and systematic approach to
• work whilst meeting strict deadlines
• The ability to work efficiently and sometimes for extended hours is essential
• whilst maintaining very high standards
• You will have a keen interest in gaining experience in the technical and
• operational side of the professional audio industry
• We are looking for someone with drive and ambition, with technical skills and a
• You must be highly organised, a great Communicator and able to swiftly build
• strong working relationships
• We want a team player with sharp attention to detail and accuracy, who thrives
• under pressure in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer:

• Training and professional development
• Auto enrolment pension scheme – 4% Employer Contribution, 5% Employee Contribution
• Pension Salary Sacrifice
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Life Insurance – 4 x salary
• Enhanced company sick-pay
• Free Flu vaccination

We’re building a diverse, inclusive team

You’re welcome at Britannia Row wherever you’re from and whoever you are. We know that sometimes, people don’t apply for a job because they don’t have every single skill listed in the job’s requirements. So, if you’re interested in a role here and believe you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.