OB Van Technician

مفيد ® | MUFEED; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A broadcasting company in Riyadh is seeking an experienced broadcast technician to operate live broadcast systems and manage technical installations. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 10 years of experience in television broadcasting, with strong skills in handling advanced equipment and working under pressure. Proficiency in Arabic or English is required. This position involves working flexible hours, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of hands‑on experience in television broadcasting operations.
• Proven participation in large‑scale live broadcast projects.
• Strong familiarity with Fiber, IP‑based systems, and RF technologies.
• Fluent in Arabic or English (speaking and writing).
• Ability to perform under pressure and in fast‑paced live broadcast environments.
• Willingness to work throughout the week, including weekends and non‑standard hours.

Responsibilities

• Operate live broadcast systems inside OB vans.
• Install and operate all types of professional broadcast cameras.
• Install various types of camera lenses (including small, large, crane-mounted, etc.).
• Manage and operate Talkback and IFB communication systems.
• Ensure stability and reliability of all technical installations before and during live broadcasts.

Job description

Main Duties

• Operate live broadcast systems inside OB vans.
• Install and operate all types of professional broadcast cameras.
• Install various types of camera lenses (including small, large, crane-mounted, etc.).
• Manage and operate Talkback and IFB communication systems.
• Ensure stability and reliability of all technical installations before and during live broadcasts.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of hands‑on experience in television broadcasting operations.
• Proven participation in large‑scale live broadcast projects.
• Strong familiarity with Fiber, IP‑based systems, and RF technologies.
• Fluent in Arabic or English (speaking and writing).
• Ability to perform under pressure and in fast‑paced live broadcast environments.
• Willingness to work throughout the week, including weekends and non‑standard hours.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Broadcast equipment setup accuracy rate of 98% or higher.
• Fewer than 2 major technical failures per quarter during live events.
• On‑time completion of camera and lens setup in 95% of scheduled broadcasts.
• 100% compliance with broadcast safety and operational standards.
• Response time to technical issues during live broadcasts not exceeding 10 minutes.
• Positive feedback score of 90% or higher from engineering supervisors and production teams.
• Completion of at least one technical upskilling/training session every 6 months