Principal Technical Operator

South African Broadcasting Corporation; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 50 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading broadcasting organization in Gqeberha is seeking a Principal Technical Operator to provide operational support for broadcast clients. This role involves setup and operation of various equipment, monitoring of audio/visual quality, and maintaining service standards. Ideal candidates should have a Sound Engineering Certificate and at least 5 years of experience in a broadcast environment. The position requires excellent communication and team leadership skills, with the ability to work under pressure and irregular hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in broadcast environment.
• At least 2 years as Senior Operator level with relevant experience.
• Driver’s License: C1 (Code 10) with PDP.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support to broadcast clients.
• Contribute to Capex and Opex plans.
• Setup and operate facility equipment for broadcasts.
• Ensure compliance with performance management policies.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team leadership

Proficiency in MS Office

Excellent hearing and eyesight

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Sound Engineering Certificate (1 year & above)

Sound Engineering Diploma

Job description

Career Opportunities: Principal Technical Operator: Eastern Cape (12447)

Requisition ID12447-Posted -Operations Services-RBF: Eastern Cape Region-EC - Port Elizabeth

PRINCIPAL TECHNICAL OPERATOR- EASTERN CAPE

Department : RADIO AND REGIONAL TECHNOLOGY

Position ID : 60018254

Report Line : SECTIONAL LEAD- OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

Operational support to Broadcast Clients (internal and external) in order to coordinate/plan/setup/prepare/record and playout of broadcast material in support of all platforms with expected standards and available facilities/ equipment

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provide to operational submissions to Line Manager with regard to Business Unit Strategy input in alignment with the Corporate Plan and the Target Operating Model.
• Contribute to Opex and Capex Plans
• Capex and Opex involvement to input into the project scope development,
• Provide operational designs, risks, migration requirements, project implementations plans, integration system implementations, commissioning and workflows to deliver on functional requirements and avoid on-air disruptions
• Participate in Capex project and system execution, commissioning and operational workflows to deliver on functional requirements and avoid on-air disruptions
• Finance Motivations
• Proper investigation & acceptable explanation of budget for motivations
• Accurate submission of Capex & Opex inputs into departmental budget
• Opex contribution to ensure broadcast systems sustainability
• Specialised Sound/Video skills ensuring alternative Revenue Streams, eg CD Artists Recording, Font of House, Webinars, External Live Broadcasts, etc as per external tariff list
• Designing fit-for-purpose innovative operational solutions in consultation with digital partners to create resolutions
• Agreed % of targets met; Agreed % of resources, equipment and facility availability
• Above average rating of SLA
• Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports and resolutions to line manager as required
• Contribute to service delivery standards and guide the team to achieve them
• Accurate monthly reporting on deliverables (broadcast, recording, production and post production), non-conformance & flagging of potential risks with provided solutions/mitigations
• Ensure fault reports in order to safeguard department facilities, equipment functional and shortfalls are adequately addressed
• Identify and coordinate operational production requirements
• Transmit audio/visual in liaison with Main Control as per schedule (production/OB)
• Plan, obtain, setup, test and operate facility equipment
• Setup and operate camera and Live View for News and external broadcasts
• Full and comprehensive understanding of mic placements and industry best practises.
• Guide and set up in the field programming, recordings, mixing and front-of-house for all audio requirements
• Plan, execute comprehensive multi-layered drama productions with FX, music and different audio streams
• Plan, and execute recordings in accordance to customer requirements and broadcast standards
• Monitor for schedule changes as per customer request
• Monitor sound/video quality to broadcast standards
• Setup mix-minus and program audio desks.
• Full Digital Lighting requirements for live shows as well as OB’s.
• Audio/Visual manipulation of final mix, performed in accordance with customer requirements & broadcast standards(if necessary)
• On time delivery of production material, within scope & within specifications
• Contribute to procurement of correct digital solution in line with customer requirements & Company Procurement policy & procedures
• Escalate Risk findings reported with corrective treatment plans
• Monitor adherence to OHS and compliance with SABC Company Policies & Procedures
• Maintain discipline in accordance with company policies & procedures
• 95% of assets verified annually
• Effective control and management of all assets falling within area of control and outside broadcasts.
• Customers served in operational proficient, friendly and helpful manner
• Monitor compliance of services rendered with customer request and address non-conformance
• Operational assistance & guidance to customers regarding capability of facilities and to provide best operational options
• Compliance with performance management policies and procedures
• Performance agreements with manager annually
• Formal reviews conducted with manager and documented as per deadlines (Quarterly)
• Individual operational training, coaching and mentoring conducted on an ongoing basis to meet individual team members needs

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Sound Engineering Certificate (1 year & above) or Film/Video Technology or Relevant Qualification
• Sound Engineering Diploma (will add advantage)
• Driver’s License: C1 (Code 10) with PDP
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in broadcast environment, minimum of 2 years as Senior Operator level with relevant experience in Digital Sound & Video within live, production and post production environment.
• * preference will be given to White Males/ females.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Physical attributes: Excellent hearing and eyesight (no colour blindness). Physically able.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team and lead the team if required.
• Proficiency in MS Office, i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle conflict
• Willingness to work irregular hours and shifts to sustain 24/7 on-air facility environment