Entertainment Technical Manager

Miral; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment organization in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to oversee entertainment technical areas and support live events. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of AVLP experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to manage large teams. This role requires hands-on installation experience and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the AVLP or Maintenance Department.
• Hands on installation experience.
• Clear understanding of both written and spoken English.
• Ability to lift at least 25 kg.
• Supervision of teams with a minimum of 30 across multiple venues.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of all Entertainment Technical areas.
• Support and manage all events including live shows.
• Lead the maintenance activities and distribute work to the team.
• Assist HR in its recruitment activities.
• Conduct appraisals for team members.

Skills

AVLP experience

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Operational management

Communication skills

Supervision of teams

Education

Related technical qualification

Tools

Installation tools

Maintenance management systems

Qsys or Similar

Medialon & Crestron or similar

Job description

The job scope includes:

• Perform daily inspections of all Entertainment Technical areas and report the findings and corrective actions needed. Ensuring SOP and Job plans are strictly followed
• Make recommendations for upgrades and training requirements as needed
• Supports the Entertainment Technical Senior Manager in managing the on-site Entertainment Technical Team
• Meet divisional goals and metrics & ensure safety, health, and environmental matters are followed and adhered to
• Support and manage all events including live shows
• Assist in vendor selection and approve all designs ahead of project start up
• De-snag all open technical projects from third parties and manage and mitigate all time losses and claims
• Ensure all projects are delivered on time and meet with Farah Leisure / industry standards
• Lead the maintenance activities and distribute work to the team
• Assist HR in its recruitment activities
• Conduct appraisals for team members and establish and set their KPI’s
• Perform other duties as required

To be considered for the role, you will need to have:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the AVLP or Maintenance Department
• Hands on installation experience
• Related technical qualification
• Proven ability in trouble shooting
• Proven ability in day to day operational management
• Problem solving skills
• Able to adhere to strict timelines
• Clear understanding of both written and spoken English
• Computer skills
• Ability to understand one line drawings and schematics
• Able to spend long hours standing if required
• Possess a firm knowledge of installation tools and have the ability to use them
• Ability to lift at least 25 kg
• Supervision of large teams with a minimum of 30 across multiple venues on one site
• Knowledge of Qsys or Similar
• Knowledge of Medialon & Crestron or similar
• Knowledge of LED lighting and video systems
• Created various schedules as required
• Experience using maintenance management systems
• Experience working at heights