Technical Assistant - Sahara Arena

Job Overview

Sahara Arena is seeking a Technical Assistant to support the Operations Manager in the daily technical operation and maintenance of the venue. The candidate will help ensure the arena is safe, event‑ready, and operating efficiently by coordinating maintenance activities, reviewing technical event requirements, and providing technical support before, during, and after events to a standard consistent with comparable local and regional arenas.

• Coordinate maintenance activities.
• Review technical event requirements.
• Provide technical support before, during, and after events.
• Ensure venue safety and operational efficiency.

• Diploma or Bachelor s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related) or a related technical field.
• 2+ years experience in arenas, theatres, exhibition halls, stadiums, or live event production preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of entertainment rigging, trusses, chain hoists/motors (including large‑capacity grids), AV systems, professional sound and lighting, LED screens, and electrical power distribution/generators.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, rigging plans, load calculations, and event layouts.
• Recognized rigging/safety certification (e.g., ETCP Rigger, IRATA, or equivalent), or willingness to obtain one, is an advantage.
• Familiarity with CMMS or maintenance‑tracking software for PPM and asset management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
  AutoCAD or Vectorworks knowledge is a strong advantage.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to stay calm under the time pressure of live event load‑in/load‑out.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and public holidays based on event schedules, and to provide on‑call standby coverage during live shows.