Warehouse Technician - Prep & De-Prep Weybridge, Surrey

Skan PA; Weybridge; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

23 days' holiday per annum + bank hols

Training and professional development

Auto enrolment pension scheme

Pension Salary Sacrifice

Health Care Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work Scheme

Life Insurance

Enhanced company sick-pay

On-site Parking

Free refreshments & fruit

Company social events

Job summary

Britannia Row Productions is a world class audio rental company supplying high end audio equipment and skilled audio engineers to global music tours, sporting and corporate events. We require Prep and De-prep Technicians in our Weybridge warehouse to assemble bespoke audio systems for live events.

You will collaborate with Prep, De-prep and Check-In teams to ensure equipment meets exacting standards and is ready for delivery.

Qualifications

• An understanding of Audio Systems
• Hands on experience of working with audio systems
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Technically minded
• An appetite for learning with a can-do attitude
• Ability to work in a focused and efficient manner
• Flexibility to work extended hours and some weekends

Responsibilities

• Liaise daily with Prep, De-Prep, and Check-In managers/supervisors to understand requirements and deadlines
• Coordinate with Heads of Department and Supervisor to meet priorities and deadlines
• Prioritise tasks including turnaround, shipping, sub-hire and freight check-ins/outs
• Analyse and interpret technical docs to build/de-prep systems to specification
• Assemble racks and control equipment during Pre-prep and Prep
• Test audio equipment after assembly and ensure regulatory standards are met
• Manage stock using the rental management software and report location of equipment

Skills

Audio systems

Troubleshooting

Technical mind

Can-do attitude

Flexible hours

Education

Electronics, audio or computing degrees

Tools

Dante

AVB

Digico consoles

Avid

SSL

Job description

Britannia Row Productions is a world class audio rental company supplying high end audio equipment and skilled audio engineers to global music tours, sporting and corporate events. Now part of the US based Clair Global group of companies our business and impressive client list is growing and we require additional Prep and De -prep Technicians in our Warehouse.

The Prep and De-prep department is responsible for combining equipment from other internal departments and constructing bespoke audio systems for our valued clients. It is the department’s responsibility to ensure that all equipment is prepared, presented and assembled to our exacting standards and fit for use at our live events.

What will you do?

You will support every aspect of the preparation of audio equipment for live concerts, tours and corporate events. Co-operating with other warehouse departments, Heads of Department and the Warehouse Manager to provide efficient, high quality bespoke audio systems for our clients and offer professional support to Freelance Crew and Client Crew.

The main job tasks will be:Communication and Planning

• Liaise daily with Prep, De-Prep, and Check-In managers/supervisors to ensure a clear understanding of job requirements and deadlines
• Report daily to the Head of Department (HOD) and Supervisor to align on tasks and deadlines, enabling effective independent and teamwork
• Coordinate daily with the HOD and Supervisor to ensure all priorities are completed promptly and are ready for the Pre-prep and Prep stages
• Prioritise tasks such as turnaround, shipping (e.g., FedEx), sub-hire, and freight check-ins/outs, with guidance from the HOD and Supervisor

Technical Duties and Quality Control

• With guidance from senior technical staff (e.g., Experienced Technicians, Supervisor, HOD), analyse and interpret technical documents provided by the Operations Coordinator to build/de-prep systems to specification and ensure accurate documentation
• Prep, De-prep, and check-in equipment following established processes, consistently ensuring a high standard of work
• Assemble racks and control equipment systems during the Pre-prep and Prep processes
• Maintain a high level of quality and ensure adherence to all regulatory standards (UK/EU specific)
• Collaborate with other departments to thoroughly test all audio equipment and systems once assembly is complete
• Manage and report on the location of all client equipment and goods to the Supervisor and HOD immediately during the check-in process and at all other times
• Manage stock control using the current rental management software

Workflow and Optimization

• Help organise the Pre-prep and De-prep areas, ensuring adequate space is available and allocated for each project
• Prioritise the de-prep of equipment necessary for upcoming jobs
• Assist the Supervisor and HOD by providing feedback on potential improvements or optimisations for audio systems after analysis of technical information
• Help ensure that the prep process runs smoothly and that all deadlines are consistently met
• De-prep and manage equipment in the de-prep area, returning equipment designated for re-prep to the appropriate department
• Understand the inter-department workflow to deliver high-quality service to clients

Workplace Standards

• Keep the Prep, De-Prep, Check-in area and warehouse clean, tidy, and safe.

What skills and knowledge are we looking for?

• An understanding of Audio Systems
• Hands on experience of working with audio systems
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Technically minded
• An appetite for learning with a "can-do" attitude
• Ability to work in a focused and efficient manner
• Flexibility and availability to work extended hours and some weekends

The following would be advantageous, however on-the-job training will be provided:

• Electronics, audio or computing degrees
• Experience installing AV, electrical or IT network equipment
• Experience in inventory management using a barcode system or similar
• Experience working at live events or venues in a technical capacity
• Dante, AVB or other Audio over IP protocol experience/certification
• A working knowledge of DiGico, Avid, SSL or Allen and Heath console systems

What do we offer?

• Paid overtime
• 23 days' holiday per annum plus bank holidays
• Training and professional development - Britannia Row is a company that believes highly in internal progression and promotion
• Auto enrolment pension scheme - 4% Employer Contribution, 5% Employee Contribution
• Pension Salary Sacrifice
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Life Insurance - 4 x salary
• Enhanced company sick-pay
• On-site Parking
• Free refreshments & fruit
• Company social events

* Our 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 paid overtime.

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.