Senior Engineer AV

Established in 1982 as a leading Office Automation Solutions provider for the UAE and the wider region, GCG Enterprise Solutions is a turnkey tech solutions provider offering Print Solutions, IT Services, AV and Digital Transformation Solutions. Partnering with leading technology vendors, GCG creates bespoke solutions and services for key industry sectors.

JOB SUMMARY

Lead the physical deployment, wiring, rack integration and testing of audio-visual and low-voltage systems across GCG project sites in the UAE.

Act as the senior technical authority on site, directing junior technicians and outsourced labour and owning installation quality from first fix through to final handover.

Support structural display deployments and LED video wall assembly, ensuring installations are delivered safely, on schedule and to GCG and manufacturer standards.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the physical installation, mounting and alignment of displays, projectors, projection screens and specialised audio/speaker systems across project sites.
• Read and interpret architectural, structural and AV system drawings to plan mounting positions, containment and cable routes.
• Execute structural display and projector rigging in line with load ratings and safe working practices.
• Oversee the mechanical assembly, structural mounting, cabinet linking and module calibration of indoor/outdoor LED video walls (NovaStar or similar).
• Execute professional AV equipment rack builds with precise wire lacing, labelling and cable management.
• Terminate structured, AV and low-voltage cabling (copper, HDMI/HDBaseT, audio, control) to industry standards.
• Conduct signal testing and pre-commissioning checks on audio, video and control systems; troubleshoot and resolve faults before handover.
• Enforce installation quality standards; complete snag lists, QC checklists, cable schedules and as-built mark-ups.
• Support commissioning engineers and participate in client walkthroughs and final handover.
• Allocate daily tasks to junior technicians and outsourced installation labour, provide on-the-job guidance and verify the quality of their work.
• Coordinate first-fix and second-fix activities with project managers, MEP contractors and site management.
• Report daily progress, material shortfalls and site risks to the Head - Presales & Delivery.
• Use own transport to travel reliably across multiple UAE project sites for daily installation, testing and troubleshooting.
• Comply with site HSE requirements, permits to work, working-at-height and electrical safety procedures.

Education

Minimum: Diploma or technical certification in Electrical, Electronics or AV Technology from a recognised institution.

Desired: AVIXA CTS (Certified Technology Specialist).

Experience

Minimum:

• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience in AV and low-voltage systems installation, including UAE project sites.
• Proven experience leading on-site installation teams and guiding junior technicians.

Desired:

• Structural display deployments and LED video wall panel assembly.
• Experience with AV system integrators or LED display contractors in the UAE.

Skills & Abilities

Minimum:

• Valid UAE driving licence and own vehicle (mandatory).
• Professional rack fabrication, cable management and structured cabling termination.
• Structural display / projector rigging and mounting.
• Ability to read architectural drawings and AV schematics.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, safety-conscious, reliable and punctual.

Desired:

• LED video wall assembly, cabinet linking and signal testing (NovaStar or similar).
• Basic awareness of AV control and DSP platforms (Crestron, Q-SYS).
• Strong troubleshooting under site pressure and good team leadership.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Deliver installations within budgeted man-hours per project.
• Control material wastage and consumables usage against the project BOQ.
• Minimise rework and snag-related costs through right-first-time installation.
• Installation quality meets GCG and manufacturer standards at handover.
• Full compliance with site HSE, permits to work and safety procedures.
• Complete and accurate handover documentation: snag lists, QC checklists, cable schedules, as-builts.
• Guidance and quality verification of junior technicians and outsourced labour on site.
• On-schedule progress with daily reporting of status, shortfalls and site risks.