Live Sound Engineer

Role Summary

SIHAMCO is hiring a Live Sound Engineer for The Groves, a premium destination in Riyadh known for lifestyle, dining, entertainment, and events. The role focuses on delivering high-quality audio for concerts, performances, corporate functions, festivals, and luxury hospitality experiences.

This position is responsible for planning, installing, running, maintaining, and improving professional sound systems for live productions. The engineer will work alongside performers, artists, production staff, and venue leadership to ensure every event meets a high technical standard and provides an excellent guest experience.

Success in this role requires strong technical knowledge, quick decision-making in fast-moving live environments, and the ability to adapt to changing production needs without compromising sound quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, configure, operate, and break down live audio systems for concerts, private functions, festivals, venue activations, and entertainment shows.
• Run both digital and analogue mixing desks during rehearsals and live performances.
• Carry out detailed sound checks with musicians, DJs, presenters, performers, and production personnel.
• Continuously balance levels, EQ, dynamics, monitoring, and effects to maintain strong sound throughout the event.
• Deliver reliable front-of-house and monitor mixes aligned with artistic and production expectations.
• Identify and resolve equipment or signal problems before and during live events with minimal interruption.
• Locate and fix issues affecting microphones, wireless systems, speakers, amplifiers, processors, and digital audio networks.
• Perform routine inspections, testing, and preventive maintenance on audio gear.
• Arrange repairs and servicing whenever equipment requires attention.
• Work with production managers, lighting teams, stage managers, AV staff, performers, and outside production partners.
• Read technical riders and translate them into accurate audio setups.
• Support stage patching, signal routing, and backstage technical operations.
• Assist with rehearsals, room turnovers, and production timelines.
• Help ensure that sound integrates smoothly with lighting, video, and special effects.
• Keep an accurate record of audio equipment and related accessories.
• Make sure equipment is stored, moved, and maintained according to manufacturer guidance.
• Report damaged, faulty, or missing items without delay.
• Suggest upgrades or replacements when equipment improvements are needed.
• Follow venue procedures related to health, safety, and operations.
• Manage cabling and equipment placement safely to reduce hazards.
• Comply with electrical safety requirements and event risk controls.
• Keep up with new audio tools, software, and industry practices.
• Take part in technical training and product demonstrations.
• Contribute ideas that improve quality and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree, diploma, or technical certification in Audio Engineering, Sound Engineering, Music Technology, or a related technical subject is preferred.
• Applicants should have 5 to 6 years of professional live sound engineering experience, ideally in entertainment venues, festivals, theatres, concerts, or luxury hospitality settings.
• Experience supporting high-profile live events and performances is required.
• Strong listening ability and a sharp ear for audio detail are essential.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are needed.
• The candidate must stay calm and effective under pressure during live productions.
• Strong organisation and time management skills are important.
• Clear communication and teamwork across multiple production functions are required.
• A professional attitude and a strong focus on guest experience are expected.
• The role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, public holidays, and extended working hours based on event needs.
• Applicants must be able to lift and move professional audio equipment safely.
• Comfort with standing for long periods during live work is necessary.
• The job may involve working indoors and outdoors in changing weather conditions.

Technical Skills Needed

• Advanced operation of professional digital mixing consoles.
• Understanding of audio signal flow and gain structure.
• Knowledge of acoustics and microphone selection/placement.
• Familiarity with loudspeaker systems and wireless microphone setups.
• Working knowledge of digital audio networking, with Dante preferred.
• Experience handling front-of-house and monitor mixing systems.
• Exposure to audio recording systems is an advantage.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, stage plots, and patch lists.

Preferred Background

Candidates with experience in luxury hospitality venues, live entertainment spaces, concerts, festivals, corporate events, theatres, performing arts venues, theme parks, or immersive entertainment environments will be especially well suited to this role.

About SIHAMCO

SIHAMCO operates as a strategic partner under the General Entertainment Authority, National Events Center, Riyadh Season, and Jeddah Season. Since 2008, the company has been creating, building, and running distinctive hospitality and entertainment experiences shaped by local identity and global quality standards.

All of SIHAMCO's brands are developed in-house from concept to execution. The company has built more than 25 original Saudi concepts across entertainment, hospitality, F&B, lifestyle, wellness, and family experiences, with a growing portfolio that continues to expand across the region and internationally.

The organisation is known for combining cultural authenticity, innovation, and operational excellence, while offering a collaborative environment that values creativity, professional growth, and diverse talent.

Benefits and Perks

• Market-aligned compensation based on experience.
• 1-year temporary visa support and inbound flights for non-citizens.
• Accommodation provided.
• Transportation allowance.
• Opportunities for internal growth and career development across teams and seasons.
• A creative, collaborative workplace built on innovation and attention to detail.
• Experience with premium hospitality and entertainment concepts.
• Exposure to high-end events at The Groves and Riyadh Season.
• A culturally diverse team environment with professionals from many backgrounds.

Employment Details

This is a contract role based onsite in Dammam, Eastern, Saudi Arabia.

The compensation field was not specified in the source. No vacancy count, start date, or application deadline was provided.

Additional Information

The source mentions premium event exposure, internal promotions, and an opportunity to grow with the company across departments and seasons. Working schedules may include evenings, weekends, public holidays, and extended hours depending on event requirements.