Equipment Technician; Temporary

Position: Equipment Technician (Temporary)
Location: Colnbrook

Equipment Technician

- Job Description

Summary of Role
Equipment Technicians play a key role in preparing, maintaining and testing lighting, rigging and other rental assets. They ensure all equipment meets the highest quality standards before dispatch and on return from hire. The role also includes accurate handling, tracking, storage, and first-line repairs of equipment.

This role is a Temp to Perm after 12 weeks and is paying £25.400 annually and overtime is available.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Preparation, Testing & Maintenance

Conduct Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) on all portable electrical equipment.
Perform all required electrical and mechanical function tests on rental assets upon return, in line with company procedures.
Identify and report equipment shortages to Equipment Coordinators promptly.
Carry out minor repairs and maintenance in accordance with approved processes.
Report damages to the relevant Department Supervisor to initiate the repair workflow.
Maintain a consistent pace of testing to ensure adequate stock is always in a "ready to rent" condition.
In some departments, liaise with external cleaning or repair contractors, including managing items going in and out of the repair ticket system.
Supervise apprentices and trainee technicians, ensuring safe working practices and high-quality output.
Keep all workstations and department areas clean, tidy and hazard-free.

Asset Management, Storage & Quality Control

Accurately track and scan all equipment using the inventory management system.
Ensure equipment is always stored safely, efficiently and in the correct physical location.
Prepare and route equipment for dispatch to the correct bay at the required time.
Follow all company procedures for quality control, scanning and handling.
Immediately escalate any concerns relating to stock, inventory accuracy or asset control to the Department Supervisor.
Work closely with Department Supervisors, the Equipment Manager, and inventory teams to support accurate stock levels.
Collaborate with operational teams and management to ensure business needs are met.

Health & Safety

Demonstrate an ongoing commitment to maintaining a strong safety culture.
Adhere to all health and safety procedures, including manual handling and safe storage practices.
Maintain clear pedestrian routes and ensure evacuation paths are unobstructed at all times.
Identify and escalate any safety concerns through the correct channels.

Essential Skills & Attributes

Strong commitment to delivering top-quality equipment and service standards.
Confident IT skills with the ability to learn in-house asset management systems.
Positive, adaptable and proactive attitude, especially during high-demand periods.
Excellent communication skills.
Willingness to learn and develop within the role.
Flexibility to work overtime and occasional weekends based on business requirements.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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