Supervisor - Cable and Mains Department

Britannia Row Productions Limited; Weybridge; Presencial; GBP 32.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

23 days’ holiday per annum plus bank

Pension scheme – 4% Employer, 5% Self

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work Scheme

Free tea, coffee & fruit

Free Flu vaccination

Overtime potential with basic hours 35

Descripción de la vacante

Britannia Row Productions Limited is seeking a Supervisor in the Cables and Mains department at Brooklands, Weybridge & Chessington, Surrey. The role is full time and permanent (35 hours per week).

Salary is on application, with a 5 in 7 working pattern and weekend flexibility. You will manage the Cables and Mains team, oversee equipment allocation for projects, provide technical support to warehouse staff and freelance crew, and ensure safe, efficient operation of power distribution and cabling

Formación

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar or comparable role.
• Good level of computer and software proficiency.
• Previous knowledge and experience of electrical and cables.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn and expand skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and willingness to work additional hours and weekends when required.
• Knowledge of Live Sound industry (Advantage).
• PAT Testing Competent (Advantage).
• Soldering Skills (Advantage).

Responsabilidades

• Manage staff in the Cables and Mains department.
• Allocate equipment to projects in collaboration with the HOD.
• Provide technical support to Warehouse staff and freelance crew.
• Stock control using bespoke rental software.
• Communicate shortages or issues to HOD and Managers.
• Identify workflow improvements and infrastructure optimisations.
• Train staff and monitor progress for professional development.
• Deputise in the absence of the HOD and maintain department operations.
• Ensure department areas are clean, tidy and safe.
• PAT Testing responsibilities.
• Maintain and repair power distribution units, transformers, cables and related equipment.
• Handle any other duties for smooth operations.

Conocimientos

Communication

Organisational skills

Team leadership

Electrical knowledge

Cables knowledge

Under pressure

Shift flexibility

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Herramientas

Computer software proficiency

Descripción del empleo

Brooklands, Weybridge & Chessington, Surrey
Full Time
Job Title: Supervisor
Department: Cables and Mains
Location: Brooklands, Weybridge & Chessington, Surrey
Contract type: Full time/permanent – 35 hours per week, 5 in 7 days
Salary: On Application

Who We Are:

Britannia Row Productions is a world class audio rental company supplying high end audio equipment and skilled audio engineers to global music tours, supporting and corporate events. As part of the US based Clair Global group of companies we are now in an exciting period of growth and require a Supervisor to join our fast-paced Cables and Mains Department.

Our Core Values:

Integrity, Innovation, Attention to Detail, and Unyielding Customer Support and Service are at the heart of everything we do. In the fast-moving world of live events, every moment is an opportunity to create something extraordinary, and these values shape how we think, act, and deliver together.

We encourage every team member to truly embrace these values - to live them, demonstrate them, and take ownership of the impact they create. Together, we inspire one another, push boundaries, and deliver unforgettable experiences that leave a lasting impression.

What will you do?

Reporting to the Head of the Cables and Mains Department (HOD), the Cables and Mains Supervisor will be involved in all aspects of running the department. Responsibilities include managing and maintaining a wide range of audio cables, power cables, distros and transformers, as well as prepping and de-prepping cables and related equipment.

The Main Job Tasks Will Include:

• Managing staff working in the department
• Collaborating with the HOD to ensure the allocation of equipment to various projects
• Supplying technical support to Warehouse Staff and freelance crew
• Stock control using bespoke rental management software systems
• Communicating shortages or other issues/concerns to HOD, Warehouse Manager & Operations Department
• Identifying improvements of departmental workflow
• Identify optimization of our existing infrastructure
• Training staff going through the department to contribute to their professional development and monitoring their progress
• In the absence of the HOD, deputising and taking responsibility for the department
• Ensuring that the department areas are always clean, tidy & safe
• PAT Testing
• Maintenance and Repairs of:
  • Power distribution units & transformers
  • Analogue and digital signal, speaker, mains power, radio frequency ,and network cables
• Any other work deemed necessary for the smooth running of the department and the Warehouse.

Who are we looking for?

At Britannia Row we want to hire people with the ability to hit the ground running, interested in learning new things and comfortable in a fast-paced, changing environment. We are looking for someone with a keen interest in the technical side of professional audio; with drive and ambition; with technical skills, understanding and capabilities; someone who will help us grow our organisation further and take it from strength to strength.

Everything we do is time critical, so the ability to work efficiently and, on occasion for extended hours and at weekends, whilst maintaining high standards is essential. It goes without saying that the successful postholder will be a great team player with laser-sharp attention to detail and a "can do" attitude.

What Skills and experience do we want?

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar or comparable role
• Good level of Computer and software proficiency
• Previous knowledge and experience of electrical and cables
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Self‑motivated with a desire to learn and expand skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressureAbility to meet deadlines
• Strong problem‑solving ability
• Excellent attention to detail
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility and willing to work additional hours and weekends when required
• Knowledge of Live Sound industry (Advantage)
• PAT Testing Competent (Advantage)
• Soldering Skills (Advantage)

What do we offer?

• 23 days’ holiday per annum plus bank holidays
• Working hours are 10am to 6pm*
• Auto enrolment pension scheme – 4% Employer Contribution, 5% Employee Contribution
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Free tea, coffee & fruit
• Free Flu vaccination
• Our usual operating hours are 8am to 8pm Monday to Sunday. Standard working hours are 35 hours per week, 10am to 6pm, five out of seven days, Monday to Sunday with an unpaid break of 60 minutes. You may be required to work a reasonable amount of overtime hours as directed by the Company. This may include the need to work shifts, unsocial hours and weekends.

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.