MCR Technician Fixed Term Contract

Job Description

Purpose:As an MCR Technician, you should ensure that the Alaraby channels are ON AIR without interruption minimizing loss of broadcast services at times of equipment failure by rapidly identifying and implementing alternative methods to restore them. Youwill be also responsible for managing the successful delivery for scheduled production and transmission video signals to concerned parties. Day to day duties will focus on the acquisition of live feeds and recorded media via Satellite, Fibre and IP technology.You should ensure the operational stability for the delivery of both, Alaraby channel to viewers and contribution incoming to the station.Main Duties & Responsibilities: Manage Control of the channel Off Air and escalation process with DTH providers Effectivelyreceive and record contribution feeds (Live 2way / Tape feed) and Live programs via Satellite, MPLS, CDN, Fibre and 3G-4G cellular devises such as TVU Make sure the quality of the transmission is up to Alaraby TV standards Maintaining the quality of receivingfeeds according to Alarabys quality standards Minimize troubleshooting time to the minimum to avoid any failure or delay Identify faults and take immediate preventative action to restore traffic Reacting to MCR system failures in an appropriate manner andminimise troubleshooting time to avoid any failures or delays, prioritising response according to the transmission and business criticality with assistance from MCR engineers Monitoring the receiving tape feeds and live programmes Make sure follows up andreports clearly in the booking system on all technical or operational issues observed during transmissions Performing routine testing, preventative and corrective maintenance of transmission systems and ancillary equipment, and report to seniors with outcomeEscalating technical issues to relevant support unit as well as to external providers Make sure all IPDs and steerable antennas are set up to the required satellites Coordinate effectively with operators in the field to support remote operations via satellite,fibre, and IP networks Ensuring successful delivery of scheduled transmissions resolving any troubleshoot if any crisis occurs to the service Clearly reporting all technical or operational issues observed during transmissions Clearly fill regular reports forHandover mentioning incidents, changes to workflow and anything needs follow up, etc.Qualifications and Requirements: Bachelors degree in Electronics/Telecommunication/Broadcast/Computer Engineering or relevant practical experience Understanding of a live24 hour broadcast environment Consciousness of the IT and Broadcast convergence Understanding of IP networks and Video Compression A keen interest in broadcast technology, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn A positive attitude, flexibility, team workingAbility to work without supervision and to handle responsibility working under pressure in a live news environment Availability to work on-call as needed, including evenings, overnights and weekends English Language , Arabic is a plus.