Warehouse Assistant – LX and VDO

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.

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:

• To develop safe working practices according to H&S policies.
• Assisting the asset management team with stock location / requests.
• The preparation, supervision, assembly and de-preparation of lighting, video, rigging and mains distribution systems.
• Assisting the loading and tipping of courier / transport vehicles.
• Ensuring equipment is delivered within timelines and with appropriate packaging and documentation.
• Immediately reporting to managers any anomalies, lost, stolen or damaged equipment.
• Ensuring the warehouse is maintained in a clean, organised and tidy condition.
• Identifying and developing improvements to performance and processes through Continuous Improvement and working with managers.
• To report to managers any anomalies, lost stolen or damaged equipment.
• The role may be required to assist, or cover for, other roles within the operation for which full training / support will be given.
• 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 the use of computers.
• Initiative and the ability to work unsupervised, whilst recognising when to ask questions.
• Experience of working within a similar role would be advantageous.
• Good organisational skills

Level of education:

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

Work Experience:

• 1 year experience in the Audio/lighting/video industry.

Essential Requirements:

• Right to work and remain in the UK
• Flexibility to work unsociable hours as required in addition to your normal hours of work.

Our offer to you:

• Competitive Medical Cash Plan
• Generous holiday allowance, 25 days + bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Program: free counselling, legal support & 24.7 help line
• Opportunities for training and career advancement
• Pension plan with employer contribution
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Income Protection