Broadcast Engineer

We’re supporting a leading broadcast operation with a large-scale live production facility, currently looking to add Broadcast Support Engineers to their 24/7 engineering team.

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This is a hands-on role supporting live broadcast environments, working across studios, galleries and transmission systems.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for monitoring and supporting broadcast systems in a live environment, including:

• Troubleshooting video/audio signal chains
• Supporting playout, ingest and transmission systems
• Diagnosing and resolving faults in real-time
• Working across SDI and IP-based workflows (ST 2110 / NDI)
• Supporting broadcast infrastructure, servers and monitoring tools
• Logging and managing incidents between shifts

This role involves working both independently and as part of a small team in a 24/7 operation.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a Broadcast Support / MCR / Transmission / Playout environment
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills
• Comfortable working in live broadcast environments
• Exposure to SDI and/or IP video workflows
• Familiarity with Linux / broadcast systems / monitoring tools
• Able to work independently on shift

This role is not suited to OTT / DevOps / pure cloud engineers - we’re looking for hands-on broadcast operations experience.

Shifts & Working Pattern

• 24/7 shift-based role (including nights)
• 12-hour shifts
• Rotational pattern including days, evenings and nights
• Extended time off between rotations

Salary & Benefits

• £42,000 – £46,000 base salary
• Additional night shift allowance (c. £3.5k–£4k)
• Pension (up to 10% employer contribution)
• Additional benefits and support packages

Why Apply? xwzovoh

• Work in a live broadcast environment supporting real-time operations
• Opportunity to develop across SDI to IP (2110 / NDI) workflows
• Exposure to a broad range of broadcast systems and infrastructure
• Clear pathway into projects, engineering or solutions teams

If you’re currently working in broadcast operations and open to a new opportunity, feel free to apply or get in touch for more detail.