Future Opportunities - Technical Manager (Taif & Jazan )

SEVEN; Jizan; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

SEVEN in Saudi Arabia seeks a Technical Manager to lead technical requirements for attraction rides and devices from Detailed Design through on-site installation, partnering with consultants and manufacturers to implement maintenance, pre-/post-opening requirements, and readiness.

The role demands strong leadership, international safety practices, and collaboration with operation teams, designers, and regulators. Knowledge of EN13814/ASTM F24 is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in the leisure/attraction industry with ride maintenance.
• Familiarity with EN13814 and ASTM F24 ride standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance strategy for rides and devices and ensure safety compliance.
• Collaborate with operation teams, project attraction staff, and manufacturers during implementation.
• Develop budgets, KPIs, and ensure O&M manuals and safety procedures are in place.
• Coordinate with QHSE on ISO systems and certifications and manage training.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Stakeholder management

Team development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical/Mechanical)

Job description

The role of the “Technical Manager” is to be responsible for all technical requirements for all typologies Attraction rides and device within the complex. Thise role will involve active participation during Detailed Design stage through to ride and device installation onsite, working alongside consultants & manufacturers, aiming to implement SEVEN’s maintenance requirements, processes & technical pre & post opening requirements, ensuring operational readiness.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Managerial & Strategic Responsibilities

• Active collaboration with operation & project attraction team and several project management consultants.
• Close communication with ride manufacturers engaged with the SEVEN portfolio.
• Deal with best international safety practices and local authorities’ regulators in KSA.
• Manage the technical requirements of rides/devices during their implementation.

Core Responsibilities

• Work closely with SEVEN’s Operation & Project Attraction team to support the maintenance strategy in line with the business operation plan of each complex.
• Review and comment on Concept, Schematic, and Detail Design package reports in alliance with SEVEN’s Project Strategy and protocols.
• Evaluate local and international market opportunities, including contractors, specialist suppliers, service providers, certified spare parts distributors, and trading companies.
• Work closely with the QHSE team in the development and implementation of ISO systems and certifications.
• Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with maintenance strategy management, including:
  • Planned maintenance scheduling and compliance with industry standards and manufacturer requirements.
  • Corrective maintenance management and root cause analysis.
  • Planned maintenance task completion and KPI tracking.
  • Annual certification/recertification of attractions rides and devices.
  • Emergency evacuation procedure compliance.
  • Calibration and certification schedules for tools and equipment.
  • Technical team competency development and training management.
  • Spare parts strategy and stock availability.
  • Ride and device modifications in collaboration with manufacturers and IB.
  • Asset management systems and operating module uploads.
  • Ride and device readiness and reliability.
  • Compliance with QHSE policies and sustainability requirements.
  • O&M Manuals, Technical Bulletins, and Service Bulletins management.
  • Development and review of technical documents, SOPs, technical manuals, troubleshooting guides, evacuation procedures, PM checklists, REHAB and NDT schedules.
  • Monthly operational reporting.
• Develop, forecast, monitor, and achieve operational budgets, including CAPEX and pre-opening expenses.
• Develop and achieve departmental and company objectives, action plans, and KPIs.

People Management Responsibilities

• Strong communication skills in English; written and spoken Arabic is preferable.
• Interpersonal, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Strong visionary leadership.
• Strategy implementation and time management skills.
• Cultural awareness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.

Experience

• Minimum 8 years of experience in the leisure and attraction industry, preferably within theme parks.
• Familiarity with EN13814 and ASTM F24 ride standards.
• Experience with attraction rides, wind tunnels, dark rides, climbing walls, e-karting, and playground systems.
• Proven experience in theme park/FEC ride maintenance and certification processes.
• Strong knowledge of roller coaster maintenance, rehabilitation, certification, evacuation procedures, and LOTO.
• Experience with thrill rides, family rides, kiddie rides, climbing walls, and related attraction system