Department Manager (Cable and Check-ins) Sterling Event Group Full-Time Contract in Manchester

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Department Manager to join our growing operations team and play a key role in contributing to the overall success of the warehouse operation. This position is integral in maintaining warehouse efficiencies, ensuring Sterling continues to uphold its reputation for innovation and technical excellence in the live events industry.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage, co-ordinate and delegate daily department tasking as outlined by the Operations Team.
• Oversee the preparation and de-preparation of equipment that aligns with the Sterling Standards.
• Oversee the book out and check in process of dry hire's.
• Assist with goods in and goods out management.
• Working with the Dispatch Manager and Warehouse Manager to assist in the book out and dispatch of opportunities.
• Pro-actively plan, prioritise and manage upcoming departmental workload, liaising with the Operations Team and Head of Department as required.
• Effectively manage and co-ordinate equipment turnaround lists.
• Oversee and line manage a team of prep technicians, ensuring deadlines are met and quality standards are maintained.
• Communicate with the Projects Team to ensure maximum efficiencies are met.
• Communicate regularly with the Operations Team for day-to-day and forward planning whilst actively contributing to the operational and departmental catch ups.
• Work in conjunction with the Asset Manager, Service & Repair and the Operations manager to oversee the quarantine process, testing and inspections for the Cable Department.
• Ensure compliance with company health safety policies whilst ensuring departments are kept organized and orderly.
• Manage and process deliveries of department consumables whilst ensuring efficient and organised storage.
• Assist other departments, perform other duties as needed and undertake other tasks as directed by the Operations Team to support the overall success of the company.

Qualifications And Key Attributes Of The Candidate:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• High self-motivation with the ability to lead by example and work as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to plan and prioritise multiple jobs on a daily basis.
• Creative problem-solving and time management skills.
• Flexibility and a can-do, customer-focused attitude.
• In depth technical knowledge of Audio and Vision equipment.
• PAT Test knowledge.

Training & Progression:

Ongoing training will be provided as required. We are committed to developing our team and supporting career progression within our growing organisation.

Working Hours:

If you have the experience we are looking for then you will already know that this is not a 9 'til 5 job. Due to the nature of our industry, we require our employees to have a flexible approach to their working hours. Weekend work will be required.

Holidays:

33 days per year. After 3 years continuous service you will receive your birthday off (day off can be taken within 7 days of your birthday). After 5 years continuous service you will receive a further day's holiday.

Pension Scheme:

A company pension scheme which the company contributes to on a monthly basis will be available.

Employee Benefits:

• Employee of the Month award.
• Company social events.
• Free on-site parking.
• Following successful completion of the probation period, the following benefits will be available:
• Award-winning healthcare package (includes private treatment, mental health support, GP access, and more).
• Dental, optical, and audiological cover.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Long service rewards.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Electric vehicle scheme.

Start Date:

If you think you’ve got the skills and mindset we’re looking for and want to be part of a dynamic, growing team, please send your CV to careers@sterlingeventgroup.co.uk.

Sterling Event Group are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from all backgrounds, and all employment decisions are made based on merit, performance, and business needs.

Please note we will not be accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.