Equipment Technician

Are you a hands-on Equipment Technician with an eye for detail and a passion for keeping technical equipment operating to the highest standards?

We are working with a leading international organisation within the professional lighting and media production equipment sector, supporting customers across the film, television and wider production industry.

They are looking for an experienced and technically minded Equipment Technician to join their busy Dagenham operation.

The Role Working as part of the operations and technical team,

you will be responsible for ensuring a wide range of professional rental equipment is prepared, tested, maintained and ready for use.

Your responsibilities will include:

Preparing equipment before and after rental

Carrying out PAT testing and electrical/function checks

Inspecting equipment and identifying faults or damage

Undertaking minor repairs and maintenance where required

Ensuring all equipment meets the required quality and safety standards

Recording and reporting damaged or faulty equipment

Maintaining accurate inventory and asset records

Using internal asset management systems to track equipment

Supporting general inventory and warehouse activities

Liaising with external contractors when required

Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment

Working closely with operational staff and senior management to support business

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Following all relevant health & safety procedures, including manual and mechanical handling

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About You We are looking for someone who is practical, organised and technically minded, with a strong attention to detail and a genuine commitment to quality.

You will ideally have:

Previous experience in an equipment, technical, workshop, rental, engineering, AV, lighting, events or similar environment

Experience carrying out equipment checks, testing, maintenance or minor repairs

Good IT skills and the ability to learn new asset management systems

Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail

The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

A proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues

Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues, contractors and management

The ability to work independently as well as part of a team

A flexible approach to working hours, including occasional overtime and weekend working Working Hours & Benefits

This is a 40-hour-per-week, onsite position, working on a rotating shift pattern between 7:00am and 8:00pm, including some weekend work. Regular overtime opportunities are available.

The benefits package includes:

Competitive salary

Regular overtime opportunities

25 days' holiday + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Annual discretionary bonus The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established international business at the heart of the film, television and media production equipment industry, working with professional technical equipment in a busy operational environment.

If you are a hands-on technician who takes pride in quality, safety and keeping equipment rental-ready, we would love to hear from you