Audio Visual Support Engineer (CPT)

DataFin; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent Asset Management Firm in Cape Town is seeking a strong technical Audio Visual Support Engineer to ensure the seamless functioning of AV systems for meetings and events. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of hands-on experience, proficient in various AV technologies, and manage high-priority meetings effectively. This role demands excellent troubleshooting and communication skills and offers the opportunity to contribute to long-term AV strategy.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on AV Support experience in corporate/live event environments.
• Technical knowledge of AV systems essential.
• Experience managing high-priority meetings required.

Responsibilities

• Support setup and maintenance of AV systems for internal and client meetings.
• Ensure AV systems are tested and operational before events.
• Proactively troubleshoot AV hardware and software issues.

Skills

Hands-on AV Support experience

Technical knowledge of MS Teams Rooms

Expertise in Crestron

Proficiency with QSC

Familiarity with Shure

Experience with Dante

Audio/video conferencing systems

Troubleshooting skills

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Job description

ENVIRONMENT:

ENSURE the seamless functioning and maintenance of communication & collaboration tools in the Cape Town offices of an innovative Independent Asset Management Firm seeking a strong technical Audio Visual Support Engineer. You will manage and maintain AV systems for meeting rooms, event spaces, and hybrid work environments—enabling smooth and high-quality experiences for internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will require 5+ years hands‑on AV Support experience in a corporate and/or live event environment including managing high-priority and executive meetings and events & proficiency with MS Teams Rooms, Crestron, QSC, Shure, Dante, and audio/video conferencing systems.

DUTIES:

• Support the setup, operation, and maintenance of AV systems for internal and client meetings and events in the Cape Town office.
• Ensure all AV systems are fully tested, configured, and operational before and during use.
• Proactively troubleshoot and resolve issues with AV hardware and software.
• Collaborate with colleagues across IT, Facilities, and Event teams to ensure global AV standards are upheld.
• Provide user training and guidance to improve adoption and self‑service in AV‑enabled spaces.
• Support the deployment and configuration of new AV technologies and contribute to long‑term AV strategy.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5+ Years of hands‑on AV Support experience in a corporate and/or live event environments.
• Technical knowledge of MS Teams Rooms, Crestron, QSC, Shure, Dante, and audio/video conferencing systems.
• Experience managing high‑priority and executive meetings and events.
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Experience working closely with vendors and third‑party Technicians.
• An adaptable and collaborative mindset with the ability to support evolving AV needs.

ATTRIBUTES:

• The ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships.
• Can ‘approach and own’ and continuously look for opportunities to develop.
• A strong belief in doing the right thing.
• A client focused and collaborative approach.
• A curiosity about technology and its potential to drive innovation.