Technical And Operations Events Manager

Black Pearl Consult; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Pearl Consult is seeking a Technical & Operations Events Manager in Abu Dhabi, UAE. You will lead technical production, operations and logistics for year-round cultural programmes and major live events, ensuring safety, efficiency and exceptional audience experience.

Responsibilities include managing AV, staging, lighting and sound, coordinating budgets, staffing and vendor relations, and translating concepts into actionable operational plans for concerts, exhibitions and international

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in technical production, event operations, or large-scale project management.
• Experience in arts, culture or live entertainment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of AV, staging, lighting, and sound.
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams and contractors.
• Excellent budgeting, procurement and vendor management skills.
• Excellent communication and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical and operational requirements for large-scale productions.
• Manage venue readiness including staging, lighting, sound, AV, backline, backstage facilities and audience areas.
• Supervise event setup, rehearsals, live operations, showcalls, breakdown and venue handover.
• Oversee daily operational activities including facilities, office operations, equipment, logistics, procurement, inventory and storage.
• Develop and implement operational procedures, production protocols and health & safety standards.
• Monitor operational budgets, control expenditure and optimise resources.
• Coordinate logistical arrangements for artists, performers, technical crews, VIPs and international guests.
• Conduct post-event reviews and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead operational planning and delivery for major productions and cultural programmes.
• Translate creative concepts and technical riders into practical operational plans.
• Oversee ticketing platforms, access control, seating configurations and box office operations.
• Coordinate with marketing and audience development teams for smooth ticketing and audience management.
• Maintain relationships with vendors, government entities and international partners.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Vendor management

Project management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Safety procedures

Logistics coordination

Team management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technical Production, Event Operations, or related

Master's degree or Arts Management qualification (advantage)

Job description

Job Description:

Black Pearl Consult is hiring for a Technical & Operations Events Manager in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This opportunity suits an experienced events professional with expertise in technical production, operations and logistics across year-round cultural programmes and major live events. The role supports the delivery of large-scale productions, concerts, exhibitions and cultural initiatives, with a strong focus on operational excellence, safety and audience experience.

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Operations Management

• Oversee technical and operational requirements for concerts,exhibitions, installations, special commissions, and large-scale productions.
• Manage venue readiness, including staging, lighting, sound,AV, backline, backstage facilities, and audience areas.
• Supervise event setup, rehearsals, live operations, showcalls, breakdown, and venue handover.
• Oversee daily operational activities, including facilities,office operations, equipment, logistics, procurement, inventory, and storage.
• Develop and implement operational procedures, productionprotocols, and health & safety standards.
• Monitor operational budgets, control expenditure, andoptimise resources.
• Coordinate logistical arrangements for artists, performers,technical crews, VIPs, and international guests.
• Conduct post-event reviews and identify opportunities forimprovement.

Project & Event Operations

• Lead operational planning and delivery for majorproductions, cultural programmes, hospitality events, and internationaldelegations.
• Develop project timelines, resource plans, and riskmanagement strategies.
• Work closely with programming and internal departments totranslate creative concepts and technical riders into practical operationalplans.

Ticketing & Access Management

• Oversee ticketing platforms, access control, seatingconfigurations, box office operations, and guest check-in.
• Coordinate with marketing and audience development teams toensure smooth ticketing and audience management.
• Monitor ticketing data, attendance trends, and venuecapacity.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with government entities, venue operators,cultural partners, international institutions, and production companies.
• Manage vendor sourcing, contracts, tenders, and servicedelivery.
• Maintain strong relationships with technical suppliers,touring companies, and event partners.

Team Leadership

• Supervise technical and operations teams, contractors, andexternal event staff.
• Identify staffing requirements and oversee recruitment,onboarding, and training of event personnel.
• Monitor team performance, workload, and compliance withoperational and safety procedures.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations, venue requirements,and organisational policies.
• Conduct event and venue risk assessments and implementappropriate mitigation measures.
• Maintain health and safety standards for employees, artists,contractors, and audiences.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Technical Production,Event Operations, or a related discipline.
• Masters degree or Arts Management qualification is anadvantage.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in technical production, eventoperations, or large-scale project management, preferably within the arts,culture, or live entertainment sectors.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale culturalproductions or high-profile live events; international experience is anadvantage.
• Strong technical knowledge of AV, staging, lighting, andsound.
• Demonstrated leadership and experience managingmultidisciplinary teams and complex event operations.
• Strong project management, budgeting, procurement, andvendor management skills.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solvingabilities, with the ability to perform under pressure.