Cable Prep Technician

Job Title: Cable Prep Technician

Location: Manchester M2

Site based

Salary: £25,000 - £28,000

Working 5 out of 7 days per week -  8.30am-5.30pm 

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

The Company:

We are one of the UK leading Audio-Visual rental service providers, we are looking to recruit a Cable Prep Technician.  As one of the leaders in the industry we are able to offer an incredible amount of potential for growth and progression for the right candidate.

With over 20 years’ experience in creating unforgettable experiences, this is a technical event production company with a passion for all things AV at the heart of what they do.

From corporate events to private parties and even large format live music events – all bases are covered.

Job Purpose Summary:

Due to a growth, we are now looking to expand their team with a dedicated Cable Prep Technician to lead in the warehouse with technical responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hands on preparation of equipment (predominantly in the cables and mains distribution departments, however work in other divisions of the warehouse will also be required) for productions and dry hires, to the highest standard.
• Cleaning and recoiling cables returned from productions and hires.
• Checking in cables returned from productions and hires.
• Ensuring all cable, flight cases are functional, clean, maintained and well presented to meet Sterling standards.
• Ensuring workspaces are kept well organised and tidy.
• Testing cables including Cat 5/6/6a, Socapex, 3 phase mains.
• General service, maintenance, and repair of cables.
• Loading / unloading of vans and trucks.
• Occasional deliveries / collections and site work (Full UK driving license an advantage but not essential).
• Maintain high Health & Safety standards and adhere to company policies and procedures.

Experience and Skills Required:

• High self-motivation, with the ability to lead by example and work as part of a team.
• Experience in the events industry.
• Flexibility and a can-do attitude.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent Communication skills.
• High standard of personal presentation.
• Ability to problem solve and to work to deadlines.
• Flexibility and a can do, customer focused attitude.
• Keen eye for detail and high standards of presentation.
• Strong IT skills.

In Return:

As well as offering great progression routes, you will also receive an annual salary of between £25K - £28K, 28 days annual leave, private healthcare and an income protection scheme to ensure you are covered in the event of long-term sickness.

There will also be regular opportunities to increase your earnings by working overtime. This is never obligatory and is only required if you wish to do so.

If you would like to submit your application, simply apply to tracey@serlimited.com