Warehouse Technicians TSL Full-Time Contract

Production Futures Limited; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

World-class lighting gear

Career progression

Job summary

TSL (based in Basingstoke) seeks a hands-on Warehouse Technician to prepare, test, service, clean and package lighting equipment for rental. The role is physical and fast-paced, with responsibility for items leaving the facility in perfect working order.

You will work in the Operations Team, maintain stock, perform routine maintenance, assist with electrical testing, and support logistics and safety compliance while representing TSL to clients.

Qualifications

• Strong spoken English and interpersonal skills.
• Physically fit and able to undertake regular manual handling of heavy equipment.
• Experience with professional lighting, rigging, or technical event equipment.
• Electrical or electronics knowledge and/or qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, service, test, clean and package rental equipment to exacting standards.
• Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on lighting stock (moving heads, LED fixtures, etc.).
• Conduct pre-dispatch checks, log shortages, damages or faults.
• Assist with electrical testing and inspection as directed.

Skills

English speaking

Hand tools & test equipment

Attention to detail

Manual handling

Forklift licence

Tools

Forklift truck

Job description

3x Lighting Department, 1x Rigging Department and 1x Cable Department.

About TSL

TSL is one of the UK’s leading independent event lighting and rigging specialists. From our flagship facility at Gateway House in Basingstoke, we supply and support productions spanning live music, concert touring, festivals, corporate events, fashion, theatre, film premieres, broadcast, esports, and immersive experiences across the UK, Europe, and beyond. Our reputation is built on attention to detail, the quality of our equipment preparation, and the dedication of our people.

The Role

Working within TSL’s Operations Team, the Warehouse Technician plays a vital hands-on role in preparing, testing, servicing, cleaning, and packaging lighting equipment. Based at our Basingstoke warehouse, you will ensure that every piece of equipment that leaves our facility is in perfect working order and immaculately presented. This is a varied, physical role that suits someone who takes pride in their work and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Preparation & Maintenance

• Prepare, service, test, clean, and package rental equipment to TSL’s exacting standards.
• Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on the full range of lighting stock, including moving heads, LED fixtures, conventionals, control desks, dimmers, and power distribution equipment.
• Conduct pre-dispatch checks on customer orders to ensure all items are included, fully operational, and cleanly presented.
• Check in equipment returned from hire against paperwork, logging and reporting any shortages, damages, or faults.
• Assist with electrical testing and inspection as directed.

Warehouse Operations & Logistics

• Where required (if licensed), operate forklift trucks to position, store, and retrieve items of rental stock on shelving and vehicles.
• Load and unload equipment from vehicles safely and efficiently. This role involves regular manual handling of bulky and heavy technical equipment.
• Keep all work areas clean, tidy, and efficiently organised.

Team & Business Support

• Provide cross-departmental support as directed, assisting other teams around the warehouse during busy periods.
• Identify areas where additional training, new skills, or process improvements could benefit you or the wider business.
• Provide constructive feedback to your team and Department Manager on opportunities for improvement or growth.
• Maintain confidentiality of all work-related information.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to the company’s Health and Safety Policy at all times, including safe manual handling practices.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, rules, procedures, and obligations.

Representing TSL

Clients, suppliers, and drivers regularly visit the warehouse. It is essential that you represent TSL and its reputation to the highest standard at all times.

• Conduct yourself in a professional and courteous manner around clients and visitors at all times.
• Maintain a good standard of personal appearance and presentation.
• A cheerful demeanour, engaging personality, and sense of humour would be a huge advantage in this role.

Skills & Qualities Required

• Strong spoken English and interpersonal skills for effective communication with clients and colleagues.
• Practical, hands-on ability with hand tools and basic test equipment.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Flexible and adaptable; able to respond to changes in workload, hours, and schedules at short notice.
• Proactive and self-motivated, capable of working on own initiative in a fast-paced environment.
• A strong team player who values collaboration and is open to input from colleagues.
• Basic IT literacy.
• Physically fit and able to undertake regular manual handling of heavy and bulky equipment.
• Previous experience with professional lighting, rigging, or technical event equipment.
• Electrical or electronics knowledge and/or qualifications.
• Valid forklift truck licence (training can be provided for the right candidate).
• Experience in a warehouse, rental house, or live events environment.
• An interest in or passion for the live events and entertainment industry.

What We Offer

You’ll work with world-class lighting equipment on some of the biggest events in the UK and Europe, within a supportive team that values your contribution. We offer training and development opportunities to grow your technical skills, and the chance to be part of a fast-growing company with an outstanding industry reputation.