Warehouse Assistant - Live Productions - Video

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Warehouse Assistant in the vibrant city of Manchester! This role involves preparing and managing lighting and video systems for live productions. You will play a vital role in ensuring equipment is delivered on time and in perfect condition. With opportunities for training and career advancement, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in the audio/lighting/video industry. Enjoy a competitive medical cash plan and a supportive work environment. If you're adaptable, organized, and ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Competitive Medical Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunities for training and career advancement

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE level with A-C or 4-9 in English and Maths.
• Experience in a similar role is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, supervise, assemble, and de-prep lighting and video systems.
• Maintain the warehouse in a clean, organized condition.
• Assist with stock location and requests.

Skills

Good administration skills

Excellent telephone manner

Flexible and adaptable

Computer competency

Organizational skills

Education

GCSE level, A-C or 4-9 in English and Maths

Job description

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Warehouse Assistant - Live Productions - Video, Manchester

Client: Solotech

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 3512e857df78

Job Views: 10

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

Reporting to the Lighting and Video Manager, the Warehouse Assistant will work in our Manchester warehouse preparing, maintaining, and managing the delivery of lighting and video systems for the busy hire department. Please note that the site will be moving to Rochdale.

Why Solotech?

To take your career to the next level! As a global leader in live productions, systems integration, and virtual technology, our team is comprised of more than 2,000 passionate individuals. Our ambition? To deliver spectacular experiences worldwide.

Your day will look like this:

• Develop safe working practices according to H&S policies
• Assist the asset management team with stock location/requests
• Prepare, supervise, assemble, and de-prep lighting, video, rigging, and mains distribution systems
• Assist in loading and tipping courier/transport vehicles
• Ensure equipment is delivered within timelines with proper packaging and documentation
• Report any anomalies, lost, stolen, or damaged equipment immediately to managers
• Maintain the warehouse in a clean, organized, and tidy condition
• Identify and develop improvements to performance and processes through Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Assist or cover for other roles within the operation as needed, with full training/support provided
• Perform any other reasonable ad-hoc requests as required by your manager

Essential skills / experience:

• Good administration skills and an excellent telephone manner
• Flexible and adaptable with the ability to learn quickly
• Competent with computer use
• Initiative and ability to work unsupervised, recognizing when to ask questions
• Experience in a similar role is advantageous
• Good organizational skills

Level of education:

• Educated to GCSE level, with A-C or 4-9 in English and Maths (or equivalent)

Work Experience:

• At least 1 year of experience in the Audio/Lighting/Video industry
• Right to work and remain in the UK
• Flexibility to work unsociable hours as required

Our offer to you:

• Competitive Medical Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Program: free counselling, legal support & 24/7 helpline
• Opportunities for training and career advancement