Preps Manager – AV, Lighting, Audio & Special Effects
Location: Angel, N1
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reports to: Warehouse Manager
Salary: £37,500 – £40,000 (Depending on Experience)
Additional: Paid overtime available | Scope for development
Role Overview:
We are looking for an experienced Preps Manager to manage the preparation of outgoing equipment for event productions and hires
You will play a critical role in ensuring equipment leaves the warehouse accurate, fully functional, and presented to the highest standard, while also supporting continuous improvement across prep operations
This is a vital operational role within the business, working closely with the Technical, Logistics and Production departments
About Halo
Halo is one of the leading providers of event equipment and services in Central London. Over 30 years, we have secured a solid reputation for being at the forefront of the event industry - creating valuable jobs and developing careers
Key Responsibilities
Operational & Technical role
- Manage the prep process for event productions and hires, ensuring 100% accuracy against job spec
- Ensure all equipment is tested, checked, labelled, and presented to Halo’s high standards before dispatch
- Ensure all listed kit’s contents are present and functional
Planning, Coordination & Logistics
- Work closely with the Warehouse Manager, Hire Manager and Event Operations Managerto plan prep schedules and vehicle loading
- Coordinate with De-Prep and Check-In teams to maintain efficient stock rotation and minimise turnaround times
- Anticipate upcoming workload pressures and flag resourcing or timing risks early
- Support event timelines by ensuring prep is aligned with production schedules and delivery windows
Systems, Stock & Compliance
- Use warehouse scanning and stock management systems to allocate equipment
- Support stock control, asset care, and loss prevention processes
- Ensure prep bays and working areas remain clean, organised, and compliant with H&S standards
- Contribute to continuous improvement of warehouse processes and workflows
Wider Responsibilities
- Drive improvements in prep efficiency, contribute ideas and feedback for kit utilisation, and team performance
- Act as a key operational contact between warehouse and hires / event operations departments
Required Skills & Experience
- Either extensive experience in warehouse operations or on-site work within the UK live events industry (essential)
- Working technical knowledge of Audio, Lighting, AV, and Special Effects products
- Excellent organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Strong communication skills and confidence working cross-departmentally
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality control
- Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
- Confident using scanning and stock management systems
- Proactive, solution-focused approach with a calm attitude under pressure
What We Offer:
- A collaborative and supportive team culture within a growing company
- Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development
- Hands-on experience with a wide range of industry-standard AV and lighting equipment
How to Apply
Please email your CV and a short summary of why you’d be a great fit to our Hiring Manager at [email protected]
Pay: £37,500.00-£40,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
