TV Broadcast Engineer

Responsible for the operation, maintenance, configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of TV broadcast infrastructure, satellite transmission systems, and media contribution and distribution networks. Ensure high availability, reliability, and quality of broadcast services through proactive maintenance, technical support, and timely fault resolution across multiple sites and customer locations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. TV Broadcast Systems Operation & Maintenance

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot TV broadcast headend and hub systems, including Ateme, Harmonic, Ericsson, Net Insight, Appear TV, Evertz, and associated equipment.
• Maintain specialist equipment used for video production, broadcast distribution, and satellite transmission.
• Monitor system performance, service availability, transmission quality, and equipment utilization.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure uninterrupted broadcast operations.
• Diagnose and resolve technical faults affecting broadcast equipment, signal quality, and transmission services.

2. Satellite Transmission & RF Systems

• Operate, configure, and maintain satellite transmission and reception systems, including TVRO, IRDs, and associated RF equipment.
• Manage satellite bandwidth allocations for TV customers and maintain updated frequency plans.
• Coordinate with satellite operators for technical support, fault investigation, and service restoration.
• Troubleshoot satellite transmission issues, including signal degradation, interference, and connectivity failures.

3. TV Contribution Networks & Outside Broadcasting

• Configure, establish, operate, and monitor TV contribution and distribution links between studios, broadcast facilities, event venues, and customer premises.
• Set up and operate DSNG transmission equipment and vehicles for live outside broadcasts.
• Design, configure, and maintain complex video switching, routing, and signal distribution environments.
• Support video transport over satellite, fiber, and IP-based contribution networks.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support during live events, transmissions, and special broadcast operations.

7. Customer Support & Service Assurance

• Provide technical and operational support to TV broadcasting customers.
• Investigate customer complaints, troubleshoot service issues, and ensure timely fault resolution.
• Coordinate with internal departments, external vendors, satellite operators, and customer technical teams.
• Support service activation, configuration changes, and customer technical requirements.
• Ensure broadcast services meet agreed service levels and operational performance standards.
• Participate in 24/7 operational support, including emergency fault attendance and service restoration.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, Broadcast Engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience with TV broadcast contribution and distribution systems, including Ateme, Harmonic, Ericsson, Net Insight, Appear TV, and Evertz equipment and solutions.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED7,800.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sharjah (Sharjah): Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person