Entertainment Technician

Miral; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Miral invites applications for an Entertainment Technician to provide technical support for audio, video, lighting, and network systems across its parks and venues in Abu Dhabi. You will work hands-on to set up, operate, and maintain equipment for shows and events, ensuring reliability and safety.

You will collaborate with production teams, perform daily checks, carry out preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot issues in real-time to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical training in AV, electrical, or IT strongly preferred.
• Experience with live entertainment or theme parks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain audio, video, lighting equipment and technical operations.
• Conduct daily checks, startup and closing procedures for AVL and network systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot issues in real-time to minimize impact on live shows and events.
• Support production and event sales teams to meet technical requirements and ensure smooth operations.
• Complete and submit preventive and corrective maintenance checklists by deadlines.
• Follow safety requirements and participate in trainings to promote safe operations.
• Collaborate with the entertainment technical team and help onboard new members.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

AV systems operation

Show control systems

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Technical training in AV/Electrical/IT

Tools

Installation tools

Show control software

Network equipment

Job description

Job Location:

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Work Mode:

On-site

Date Posted:

8 October 2026

Job Reference/ID:

6710

Job Description / Role:

The Entertainment Technician will provide technical support for audio, video, lighting equipment, and technical operations within the park. This role involves ensuring the smooth operation of shows and events, collaborating with production and event sales teams, and maintaining high standards of equipment performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take an active role in setting up, operating, and maintaining audio, video, lighting equipment, and technical operations.
• Conduct daily checks, startup, closing procedures, preventive and corrective maintenance of AVL and Network systems around the park.
• Minimize downtime by performing preventive maintenance activities in accordance with manufacturer’s requirements.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in real-time, ensuring minimal disruption to live show & events and the daily operation.
• Support production teams and event sales teams to meet technical requirements and ensure smooth operations of shows and events and smooth running of the parks on a daily basis.
• Ensure that all corrective maintenance is performed effectively to prevent recurring issues.
• Attend briefings, training sessions, and development programs to promote personal growth.
• Follow best practices for equipment setup, operation, and safety whilst following the business’s safety requirements.
• Conduct quality checks as required by the Maintenance Management System to maintain high standards of maintenance and operation and report any issues in a timely fashion.
• Complete and submit all preventive and corrective maintenance checklists to Team Leaders by the designated deadline.
• Report any issues that occur in a time fashion to the shift supervisor.
• Report equipment faults, troubleshoot equipment and system faults.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative environment within the Entertainment technical team, supporting and guiding each other along with new team members.

Experience Required:

• Proven experience working with audio, video, lighting, and special effects equipment in a live entertainment or event production environment.
• Electrical, Electronics, IT and IT Network experience.
• The knowledge of operating of Entertainment shows systems and show control systems are a must.
• Proven ability in troubleshooting.
• Theater background.
• Previously worked at theme park.
• Operated audio and lighting systems for live entertainment.
• Component repairs of audio, lighting, and video equipment.
• Has system integration and design knowledge.

Education Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical training or certification in Audiovisual Technology, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics Engineering or related field Highly preferred.

Skills Required:

• Keen interest in technology.
• Familiar with latest technologies and implementation.
• Able to adhere to strict timelines.
• Clear understanding of both written and spoken English.
• 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.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to quickly diagnose and resolve technical issues under pressure.
• People person who works well alone and as part of a larger team.
• Self-motivated and wants to get the job done.
• Knowledge of show, automation, and digital signal processing is an advantage.

Employment / Job Type:

Full Time

About the Company:

Abu Dhabi developer and operator of leisure and entertainment destinations, and the company behind the transformation of Yas Island. Its portfolio includes Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros World, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, CLYMB, and Etihad Arena, alongside hotels, dining, retail assets, and developments on Saadiyat Island.

Company Industry:

Entertainment

Closing Date:

7 November 2026