Position: Warehouse Supervisor
Reports To: Warehouse Manager / Operations Manager
Direct Reports: Warehouse Technicians / Operatives
Overview:
The smooth operation of the warehouse and on time delivery of expertly prepped equipment is essential to the ongoing success of the business and therefore the Warehouse Manager’s role is a significant role within the business.
The Warehouse Supervisor will take direct management responsibility along with the Warehouse Manager for all warehouse staff and warehouse operations. The role will ensure the continuous improvement of the warehouse operation by focussing and developing its processes, setting standards and effective use of the IT system, working with the Warehouse Manager and other interested parties.
The Warehouse Supervisor will ensure that the equipment is de-prepped and prepped to a very high standard, whilst maintaining a clean and positive work environment.
The Warehouse Supervisor will help create a collaborative team environment in which individuals can thrive and continuously develop their own technical skill levels.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Direct line management for warehouse staff along with the Warehouse Manager.
- Drive the ethos of continuous improvement for all warehouse processes.
- Drive all de-prep entering the building insuring equipment is put away and tested in a time efficient manner.
- Ensure, and instil in others, meticulous checking in of all returned equipment and hired in equipment, informing others as necessary if there are any faults.
- Ensure staff continue to develop their technical skill, competence and knowledge levels to achieve targets.
- Brief team daily as to what need to be achieved.
- Make sure all jobs and dry hires are prepped correctly, on time and to the highest of standard alongside the Warehouse Manager.
- Ensure that the warehouse and related areas are kept clean and tidy always.
- Manage the effective use of space within the warehouse.
- Implement and ensure all staff are aware and follow all company procedures.
Skills & Qualities Required:
- Basic technical experience in the audio/ AV industry – preferably in the rental market.
- Excellent leadership, organisation and delegation skills with ability to work as part of the team.
- Highly self-motivated, with a flexible and “can do” attitude.
- Good communication skills – written and oral.
- Great attention to detail.
- Ability to problem solve and work to tight deadlines.
- Good IT skills (Microsoft Office suite).
- Be able to use HireTrack software (or similar).
- UK driver’s license (preferable however not essential).
The above list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be exhaustive. Employees are expected to adopt additional tasks when required. These tasks will be in keeping with the general profile of the role.
Company Background
Delta Live is an award-winning company with over 30-years’ experience in the Live Events industry. We pride ourselves on being industry leaders who specialise in sound and communications, who provide comprehensive and expert technical solutions and able to work in any venue, in any location around the world.
Our offer encompasses, rental of audio (sound and communications) equipment, specialist bespoke sound design, TV broadcast, full production for corporate and personal events. We offer the best technical solution to delight our clients and exceed their expectations.
Some of our projects include productions for London Fashion Week, Britain’s Got Talent and the BBC Proms, whom we’ve been working with for over 20 years and most recently the sound supplier contract at the Roundhouse. We also had the honour of being the main audio provider for Her Majesty The Queens Platinum Jubilee celebrations in London and then her Funeral. During our 31st year in the industry we were very happy to announce that we joined the L-Acoustics Group of Companies.
To apply please email recruitment@deltalive.com with your CV and covering letter.