Assistant Head, Automation

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for all repair & maintenance of entertainment ride equipment to ensure safe operation. This position will focus on repair, construction, troubleshooting and rehabilitation of property themed rides and attractions. They will help to establish preventive maintenance and inspection programs that ensure safety, maximize uptime, and minimize down time.

The Assistant Head shall primarily be accountable for the operation and maintenance work for all major Electromechanical & Audio-visual equipment for the Entertainment attraction venues throughout MELCO Properties.

As the Studio City themed rides are part of the Entertainment Department, the Assistant Head will closely collaborate with Entertainment Attractions Operations and any required sub-contractors.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must be familiar with relevant standards related to maintenance of amusement rides and electromechanical equipment.
• Generate reports on all mechanical or electrical defects, faults, etc. for the Attraction Technical Support department leadership.
• Perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of mechanical & electrical theory and principles, statutory codes, properties of materials and principles of operation of electromechanical system.
• Assist in the creation and upkeep of statutory records as per legal requirement.
• Understand and interpret technical drawings, schedules, technical requirements, and schematics, as well as continually develop proficiency and thorough understanding of electromechanical system related to amusement ride and attraction.
• Implements, troubleshoots, and repairs “Audio-visual” services over a combination of Media systems.
• Ensures that all Rides and Attractions are maintained to the highest safety and quality standards, approved ride vendor’s recommendation, O&M manuals, and in accordance with prescribed specifications.
• Implement general policies and procedures in accordance with maintenance manual.
• Performs preventive maintenance and analysis, reporting any concern or future maintenance concerns to the Attraction Technical Support department leadership, which may result in potential problems and downtime on the rides and attractions.
• Assist the Rigging maintenance team with projects as needed, this will include Working At Height and confined spaces with rope access technique.            

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience

• Min 3-5 years of pertinent experience in Automation or the fields related to this position.

Education

• Electromechanical Degree or equivalent with Audio-visual discipline will be advantage.

Skills / Competencies

• Must have skills and knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatics, hydraulics and audiovisual.  
• Communicate effectively and appropriately with all department, co-workers, and management.
• Ability to trouble-shoot problems and present solutions for a variety of situations. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• General math skills including, but not limited to basic algebra, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and the ability to read measurements.
• Must have Work At Height discipline and understanding height safety culture.
• Competence in cutting edge Audiovisual technology.
• Proficiency in relevant computer programs, CAD, Project management, and dedicated Audio-visual software.