Supervisor - Cable and Mains Department

Britannia Row Productions Limited; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Auto enrolment pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Free tea, coffee & fruit

Flu vaccination

Job summary

Britannia Row Productions is seeking a Cables and Mains Supervisor to join our Brooklands, Weybridge site. You will manage the department, maintain cables, distros, transformers, and prep/prep equipment while supporting the Head of Department and freelance crew.

The role requires at least 3 years in a similar role, strong communication, problem solving, and a flexible attitude to overtime and weekends. We offer 35 hours weekly, permanent contract, pension, health plan, and staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar or comparable role.
• Good level of Computer and software proficiency.
• Previous knowledge and experience of electrical cables.

Responsibilities

• Managing staff within the Cables and Mains department.
• Allocating equipment to projects in collaboration with the HOD.
• Providing technical support to warehouse staff and freelance crew.
• Stock control using bespoke rental management software.
• Raising shortages or issues to HOD and Operations.
• Training staff and monitoring progress.
• Ensuring department areas are clean, safe and compliant.
• PAT testing and maintenance of power distribution equipment.

Skills

3+ years experience in a similar role

Strong communication and organising

Self-motivated with a desire to learn

Ability to work under pressure

Flexible with hours including weekends

Team player

Attention to detail

Tools

Soldering Skills

Electrical cabling knowledge

PC literacy

Job description

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 pressure
• Ability 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.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.