Master Control Room (MCR) Engineer

ABS Global, Ltd.; Olongapo; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

ABS Global, Ltd. is seeking a qualified candidate to monitor and control broadcasting operations in Olongapo City. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering and extensive knowledge of operational equipment and systems.

Responsibilities include ensuring quality broadcasting, resolving technical issues, and performing maintenance on audio and video equipment. A strong sense of responsibility and self-motivation are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field from a reputable school.
• Extensive working knowledge of Windows Office Application.
• Experience in satellite operation or related fields is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control all operational equipment within the Master Control Room.
• Load customer prepared playlist to the automation system for broadcast.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance of all broadcast equipment.

Skills

Windows Office Application

Technical communication

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering

Tools

RF Test & Measurement Equipment

Job description

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control all operational equipment within the Master Control Room.
• Responsible for the proper broadcast of programming materials and ensures its quality.
  • Loads customer prepared playlist to the automation system for continuous on-air broadcast.
• Reconcile playlists for any errors like overrun/underrun, missing programs/promos/graphics, segmentation error, duration inconsistency, etc. and report suspected discrepancies to customer for resolution.
  • Ensures that the prepared playlist is accurately transmitted.
• View action on monitors, sets switches, operates automation systems and video servers.
  • Performs routine and preventive maintenance of all broadcast equipment to maintain reliability, efficiency and availability.
• Responsible for installation, operation and maintenance of all audio/video and baseband equipment.
  • Resolve technical issues and problems that may occur to minimize downtime.
• Works with pre-recorded materials, live telecasts and commercial insertions.
• Responds to customer inquiries regarding playout/turnaround services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering gained from a reputable technical school with good scholastic records.
• Has extensive working knowledge of Windows Office Application. CCNA certification and/or familiarity with other programming languages are a definite PLUS.
• Experience in satellite operation or related fields (i.e. Cable TV, ISP, VSAT) is an advantage. Preferably with exposure in handling RF Test & Measurement Equipment (e.g. Spectrum Analyzer, Synthesized Sweeper, among others).
• Can communicate clearly and effectively both in verbal and written English.
• Can carry out assigned duties with minimum supervision, willing to be assigned in Olongapo City and work on shifting schedule.
• Has strong sense of responsibility, self-motivated and innovative.