Rigger / Driver

MultiChoice; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 20 000 - 40 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Operational Delivery Specialist to ensure the safe transportation and deployment of OB facilities at various venues. This role involves meticulous planning of travel routes, maintaining OB equipment, and effective communication with stakeholders during live productions. Ideal candidates will have a Matric Certificate and relevant experience in rigging within a broadcasting environment. Join this dynamic team and contribute to delivering exceptional live events while adhering to health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in similar roles.
• Experience in rigging and de-rigging in a broadcasting environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe transportation and deployment of OB facilities at venues.
• Communicate effectively with the events team and stakeholders on site.

Skills

Operational Delivery

Communication Skills

Health and Safety Regulations

Education

Matric Certificate / Equivalent

EC ZA Driver’s License

Job description

Job Location : Gauteng, Randburg Deadline : May 22, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

• Jobs by Location
• Job by industries

Tasks

Operational Delivery

• Ensure safe transportation and deployment of OB facilities at venues and stadiums across the country.
• Consider the most efficient and safe travel routes with a clear timeframe in mind.
• Is accountable for the full rig on instruction from OB Unit Technical Manager.
• Ensure safe and secure rigging plan is considered with correct equipment deployed at various rig points.
• During live production, is on standby for any potential changes to rig, equipment etc.
• Ensures the OB van is always in sound mechanical condition and safe for transport.
• Ensures that the trip inspection is carried out before every trip.
• Ensures that the OB equipment within the facility is maintained and kept in good condition always, to ensure the delivery on productions.
• Ensures that rigging and de-rigging is conducted in line with Health and safety regulations.
• Ensures that the OB vans are managed and maintained in line with the guidelines.
• Ensures that the OB vans are managed and maintained in line with the company’s Procedures and health and safety legislation.

Communication

• Communicates effectively with the events team regarding parking considerations and challenges.
• Maintains good communication with stakeholders on site (stadium personnel) regarding Parking, obstructions challenges and other identified challenges.
• Communicates with stadium management regarding access to do rigging area.
• Reports any mechanical fault to the Manager Fleet & Logistics timeously.
• Is available for contact / communication whilst scheduled on productions from travel to return.

Qualification :

• A Matric Certificate / Equivalent
• EC ZA Driver’s license

Experience

• A minimum 2-3 years’ experience in similar roles
• Rigging and de rigging experience in a Broadcasting environment.