Seasonal Department Operative Weybridge, Surrey & Chessington, Surrey Fixed Term

Britannia Row Productions Limited; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audio rental company based in Weybridge is seeking a Seasonal Department Operative for a 9-month fixed-term position. The role involves preparing and maintaining audio equipment in a busy warehouse environment. Ideal candidates will have a BTech diploma in Audio Technology or related fields, with a desire for hands-on experience in live audio. This position offers a competitive salary, training, and the opportunity to build skills in a dynamic setting, alongside various perks including a pension scheme and complimentary refreshments.

Benefits

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Complimentary tea, coffee & fruit

Employee Assistance Programme

Free parking on-site

Qualifications

• A minimum of a BTech National Foundation Diploma in Audio Technology or Electronics or IT or equivalent.
• Previous hands-on live audio experience is desirable.
• Previous work experience in a Warehouse or local crewing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with loading and unloading equipment from delivery trucks.
• Prepare rental equipment.
• Maintain tidiness and cleanliness of the warehouse.

Skills

Hands-on live audio experience

Basic IT skills

Ability to work under pressure

Safe working attitude

Punctuality and reliability

Self-motivated

Education

BTech National Foundation Diploma in Audio Technology or Electronics or IT

Job description

Job Title: Seasonal Department Operative

Contract type: Fixed-term, 9 months (March-November 26), 35 hours per week guaranteed

Department: Warehouse

Salary: £26,936 per annum (pro rata) - with paid overtime at £14.80 per hour

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, sporting, and corporate events. Now part of the US based Clair Global group of companies our business and impressive client list is growing.

Job overview:

This is a manual position based in our large, busy audio rental warehouse. We are recruiting for multiple positions to assist our Heads of Departments and technicians in ensuring that all equipment for rental jobs is cleaned, prepared, and ready for dispatch. Whilst you will be allocated to a primary department, you may be required to work in any of the warehouse departments, including Cables, Amplifiers, Speakers and Rigging, Digital, RF and Mics, Technical, Workshop, Prep Bay and the Floor team. You will learn on the job by working within these technical departments. You may be required to work from early in the morning or until late into the evening.

Full training will be provided, and responsibilities within the department may include:

• Assisting with the loading and unloading of equipment from delivery trucks
• Assisting in prepping & de-prepping rental equipment.
• Assembly / disassembly of racks
• Cleaning and spooling cables
• Looming and de-looming cables
• Painting and cleaning speakers
• PAT Testing
• Following Warehouse procedures for checking equipment in and out of the Warehouse, checking the validity of safety tests, and informing the HOD or Supervisor of any returned damaged or missing items or equipment.
• Maintaining the tidiness and cleanliness of the warehouse and yard.
• Carrying out administrative tasks as required.
• Performing any other duties deemed necessary for the smooth running of the Warehouse.

Person specification and skills:

• A minimum of a BTech National Foundation Diploma in Audio Technology or Electronics or I.T or equivalent
• Previous “hands –on” live audio experience is desirable
• Previous work experience in a Warehouse or local crewing is desirable
• Basic I.T skills, including email and word processing
• The ability to work within various team environments, under pressure and to tight deadlines
• A safe working attitude and an appreciation of others is crucial
• A willingness to take instruction
• The drive and determination to complete the work on time to the company standard
• An understanding of health & safety - specifically regarding working with electricity, heights, manual handling and noise
• The ability to adapt to change with enthusiasm
• Punctuality, reliability and personal responsibility
• Self‑motivated and pro‑active with a positive “can do” attitude

Things to consider

It is advisable to live within a commutable distance of Weybridge & Chessington.

Interviews will be held in groups of 3-4 candidates.

What do we offer?

• Auto‑enrolment pension scheme – 4% Employer Contribution, 5% Employee Contribution
• Complimentary tea, coffee & fruit
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free parking on-site
• This role provides a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience and build your reputation within the organisation. It could also open doors to future opportunities as you develop your skills and establish yourself within the team.

Our operating hours are 8am to 8pm. Your shift pattern hours of work are 35 hours per week, 10.00 am to 6.00 pm, five out of seven days, Monday to Sunday, with an unpaid break of 60 minutes. However, you may be required to work shifts; 8.00 am to 4.00 pm or 12.00 pm to 8.00 pm instead and if so, you will be notified of this with advanced notice. These normal hours of work maybe varied to meet the operational requirements of the Company.

We’re building a diverse, inclusive team

You’re welcome at Britannia Row wherever you’re from and whomever 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.

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Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.