Flash Technician - Panalux London

Panavision; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in film and media production is seeking a dedicated Flash Technician to join their Equipment Prep team. This exciting role involves preparing and testing a variety of lighting products, ensuring they meet high operational standards. You will work closely with a skilled team, troubleshooting technical issues and maintaining equipment to adhere to safety regulations. If you are passionate about providing excellent service and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in the entertainment industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse operations or professional lighting environments.
• Ability to test and maintain lighting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and test lighting cables and products to meet operational standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair flash equipment to ensure reliability.

Skills

Operations experience

Testing lighting equipment

Customer service

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Tools

Lighting cables

Flash equipment

Job description

Who we are:

Offers the world of film, television, and media production the very best in lighting rental equipment and associated facilities.

Created specifically to cater to the exacting needs of the global entertainment industry, the Panalux service is unrivalled in its ability to provide creative solutions to the full spectrum of production types, regardless of size or genre.

Experience and innovation, plus an extensive inventory of modern equipment fully supported by a team of highly skilled professionals, sets Panalux apart from the competition. Utilising these resources, clients continually trust Panalux to deliver practical, effective lighting systems to projects throughout the world.

The Role: We are looking for a Flash Technician to join our Equipment Prep team at Panalux in Hayes, London!

This is a permanent, full-time position (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday) requiring flexibility for a weekly shift rotation of early (7:00 AM - 4:00 PM) and late (11:00 AM - 8:00 PM) shifts, with approximately one weekend shift per month.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Thoroughly prepare and rigorously test a wide range of lighting cables and lighting products, ensuring they meet operational standards.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and carry out first line repairs on flash equipment to maximise lifespan and reliability.
• Ensure all prepared and maintained equipment adheres strictly to relevant safety regulations and Panalux's internal standards.
• Work closely with the warehouse, dispatch, and other prep teams to facilitate the smooth and efficient flow of equipment through the preparation process.
• Liaise with shift leaders and Head of Departments on any equipment issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, adhering to all safety protocols and contributing to efficient equipment dispatch and inventory management practices.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Proven experience in an operations role within a warehouse or professional lighting environment.
• Demonstratable experience in testing, maintaining and preparing lighting equipment within a rental house is preferable.
• Passion for providing excellent customer service, adhering to tight deadlines whilst supplying quality products.
• Self-motivated and collaborative team player with a positive and solution-oriented attitude.
• Familiarity with common safety regulations and best practices in the handling and maintenance of electrical equipment.

If you have the skills, experience and drive to be part of our team, we would love to hear from you!