As a Warehouse Operative / Equipment Preparation Technician, you will be a key part of Delta Live’s Operations Team, ensuring our specialist rental equipment is serviced, prepared, and delivered to the highest standard for events and dry hires. This is a hands-on role that blends technical preparation, practical problem solving, and teamwork to make sure every piece of equipment that leaves our warehouse is event ready. Success in this role means attention to detail, strong teamwork, and the ability to represent Delta Live professionally with clients, drivers, freelancers, and venue staff. It’s an ideal opportunity for someone with good technical knowledge of audio/video/lighting kit, practical skills, and a proactive, can-do approach who thrives in a busy, collaborative environment.
ROLES & RESPONSABILITIES
- Assist with the servicing, preparation, cleaning, packing, and unpacking of the company’s rental equipment following established procedures
- Deal efficiently with customers, drivers and others visiting the company’s premises to collect or return orders and equipment
- Load and unload equipment from vehicles, including bulky and heavy technical kit, following safe manual-handling practice
- Maintain and support repair the full range of company’s rental stock
- Check equipment prep lists to ensure all items are included, operational, and well-presented
- Inspect returned equipment and log any shortages or damages
- Keeping all work areas clean and organised
- Assist in areas of building maintenance and upkeep as required
- Assist with loading and unloading equipment at off-site venues when required
- Be aware of and comply with all the company’s policies and procedures, paying attention to the Health and Safety Policy
- Maintain confidentiality of all work-related information and act professionally in all situations
- Identify any areas of our operation where you believe training and additional skills may be required to benefit yourself and the business
- Provide feedback within immediate team and to Line Manager of any areas of improvement, development, or growth within the business
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Hard skills:
- Strong knowledge of audio and/or lighting and/or video and technical equipment (essential)
- Practical ability in the use of hand tools and test equipment
- Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook
- Basic numeracy skills (required)
- Electrical knowledge is an advantage
- Forklift licence is an advantage
- Full, clean UK driving licence is an advantage but not essential
Soft skills:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexible and adaptable, able to respond to short-notice changes in working hours or schedules
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team, giving and receiving input as needed (vital)
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Proactive and self-motivated, able to use initiative in a fast-paced environment
Job Type: Full-time
Application question(s):
- Knowledge of audio or lighting or video essential
Work authorisation:
