Job Description
Base Operations Assistant / Productions Assistant
* Hourly Rate: £22.86 PAYE
* Location: London, NW10
* Job Type: Freelance (initial 2 months with potential extension to 6 months)
* Working Hours: 8am to 4pm, with occasional weekends and late finishes
Join our dynamic team as a Base Operations Assistant / Productions Assistant, where you will support operational facilities and colleagues by ensuring that the right equipment and facilities are in the right place at the right time. This role is crucial for the care of facilities or bases and involves direct involvement in the operational activities of a leading media organisation.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Picking and loading vehicles to deliver equipment offsite for events/productions and then returning the equipment to its proper place.
* Safely loading and unloading equipment and vehicles, adhering to safe working practices.
* Checking equipment in and out using required systems and setting up studios and facilities as needed.
* Coordinating the movement of equipment between locations to enhance operational efficiency.
* Using allocation or purchasing/stock control systems to manage equipment, resolve shortages, and advise on any issues.
* Acting as a point of contact for operational staff, freelancers, and others, especially when no senior member of staff is on site.
* Planning and organising the transportation of stage furniture and maintaining schedules for cleaning studios and technical areas.
* Ensuring all equipment, including vehicle-mounted equipment, is issued in safe working condition.
* Driving company or hire vehicles as required, ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Understanding of operational requirements relevant to the role, including purchasing, stock control, and equipment allocation processes.
* Familiarity with all equipment and alternatives that can be offered when certain items are unavailable.
* Knowledge of safety and welfare regulations related to base or facility operation.
* Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure, adapting to constantly changing deadlines.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and sustain working relationships.
* Valid full driving licence and forklift truck licence; HGV 2 is advantageous but not required.
* Ideal: Warehousing experience within the TV production world.
Benefits:
* Competitive freelance rate.
* Opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a leading media organisation.
* Comprehensive manual handling and safety training during induction.
To apply for the Base Operations Assistant / Productions Assistant position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.