Arena Technical Operations Assistant

Sahara Kuwait Resort; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 6,700 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

Sahara Kuwait Resort is seeking a Technical Assistant to support the Operations Manager in daily technical operation and maintenance of Sahara Arena. You will coordinate maintenance activities, review event tech requirements, and provide support before, during, and after events to keep operations safe and event-ready.

The role requires engineering education, experience with rigging/AV systems, CMMS familiarity, and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related) or a related technical field.
• 2+ years’ experience in arenas, theatres, exhibition halls, stadiums, or live event production preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of entertainment rigging, trusses, chain hoists/motors and large grids.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, rigging plans, load calculations, and event layouts.
• Certification (ETCP Rigger, IRATA or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Familiarity with CMMS or maintenance-tracking software for PMs and asset management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; AutoCAD or Vectorworks knowledge is a strong advantage.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills; able to stay calm under pressure.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, holidays; on-call coverage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily technical operation of the arena, including mechanical, electrical, fire/life-safety, rigging and AV systems.
• Perform routine inspections and Preventive Maintenance (PPM), logging activity in CMMS.
• Coordinate maintenance team and supervise contractors/ vendors; ensure work meets standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, asset registers, and technical documentation.
• Ensure building systems and event infrastructure operate safely and efficiently.
• Attend technical meetings and advance calls with event organizers and production teams.
• Review rider, stage plots, and rigging plans against capacities before load-ins.
• Provide hands-on technical support during setup, rehearsals, events, and dismantling; standby coverage.

Skills

Rigging knowledge

CMMS familiarity

AutoCAD/Vectorworks

Communication/problem-solving

Flexible hours

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Electrical)

Rigging/safety certification (ETCP/IRATA)

Tools

CMMS

AutoCAD

Vectorworks

Job description

Sahara Kuwait Resort is seeking a Technical Assistant to support the Operations Manager in daily technical operation and maintenance of Sahara Arena. You will coordinate maintenance activities, review event tech requirements, and provide support before, during, and after events to keep operations safe and event-ready.

The role requires engineering education, experience with rigging/AV systems, CMMS familiarity, and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.