Panel Operator & Operations Assistant

Southern Cross Austereo Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

Fitness Passport

Parental Leave

Exclusive perks

Birthday & Volunteer Leave

Job summary

Seven Media Group (SMG) is seeking a Panel Operator & Operations Assistant for our Sydney team, supporting the Content group both on-air and off-air. You will execute music schedules, ensure content aligns with strategy and risk guidelines, and work with producers to keep shows fresh and compliant.

In the Operations Assistant side, collaborate with the Content Director, ACD and Product Team to meet station objectives, manage weekend content, rosters and network shows, while supporting casual

Qualifications

• Experience in radio or broadcast operations with a delivery focus.
• Familiarity with production systems and on-air tools such as ProTools, Zetta and Vox Pro.
• Knowledge of Radio Broadcasting Codes of Decency and compliance.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills within a Content team.
• Ability to manage rosters and weekend content with a proactive, collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Panel and broadcast all scheduled content, including music, commercials and show segments, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with station strategy.
• Ensure on-air and pre-recorded content meets risk assessment guidelines and broadcast codes, obtain required approvals, flag potential risks and report missed commercials.
• Support the Content Director in executing content, social media, advertising and promotional strategies, liaising with network teams and monitoring competitors and market trends.
• Manage weekend content and network shows, coordinate programming changes across departments and fulfil rostered on-call duties.
• Recruit, train, support and provide feedback to casual Panel Operators, prepare station rosters within budget and foster a positive team environment.
• Coordinate imaging, promotions and client commitments; prepare on-air and online content, conduct music and artist research, and assist with production, voiceovers and audio editing.
• Participate in content meetings, act on feedback, attend station and client events, maintain confidentiality and assist with other duties as directed, including organising guests, phoning listeners and answering phones.

Skills

Broadcast operations

Content coordination

Communication

Roster management

Legal compliance

Risk assessment

Content production

Team collaboration

Tools

ProTools

Adobe Audition

Zetta

Vox Pro

Job description

Seven Media Group (SMG) is one of Australia's most prominent media companies, with a market-leading presence across television, audio, publishing and digital.

Every day, millions of Australians turn to us for the news they rely on, the sport they love, the entertainment they enjoy and the stories that bring communities together.

SMG is home to some of Australia's most trusted and loved brands including the Seven Network, the Hit and Triple M radio networks and Australia's number one podcast network, LiSTNR.

About the role

Join the team behind Triple M's iconic Rush Hour program, helping bring one of Australia's most listened-to drive shows to life both on-air and behind the scenes.

The Panel Operator & Operations Assistant is a dual role that supports the station's Content team both on and off air. As Panel Operator, you will liaise with on-air talent and the producers to execute music schedules and put content and shows to air in line with the station's strategy, ensuring fresh, up-to-date and creative ideas are integrated into the show, and that all on-air content meets risk assessment guidelines and on-air codes before going live.

As Operations Assistant, you will work with the Content Director (CD), Assistant Content Director (ACD) and the product team to maintain and execute station objectives and follow up on agreed strategic and tactical planning. You will also support the management of weekend content, network shows, casual panel operators and rosters. This role is based in Sydney.

What you’ll do

• Panel and broadcast all scheduled content, including music, commercials and show segments, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with station strategy.
• Ensure on-air and pre-recorded content meets risk assessment guidelines and broadcast codes, obtain required approvals, flag potential risks and report missed commercials.
• Support the Content Director in executing content, social media, advertising and promotional strategies, liaising with network teams and monitoring competitors and market trends.
• Manage weekend content and network shows, coordinate programming changes across departments and fulfil rostered on-call duties.
• Recruit, train, support and provide feedback to casual Panel Operators, prepare station rosters within budget and foster a positive team environment.
• Coordinate imaging, promotions and client commitments; prepare on-air and online content, conduct music and artist research, and assist with production, voiceovers and audio editing.
• Participate in content meetings, act on feedback, attend station and client events, maintain confidentiality and assist with other duties as directed, including organising guests, phoning listeners and answering phones.

What you’ll need

• Relevant experience in a radio or broadcast operations environment, with a results-driven and delivery-focused approach.
• Working knowledge of production systems, including ProTools and Adobe Audition, and on-air systems, including Zetta, Vox Pro, the phone box and the panel.
• An understanding of, and ability to work in accordance with, the Radio Broadcasting Codes of Decency.
• An understanding of legal compliance issues with regard to contests, including the assessment of risk around legal and PR outcomes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work as a self-motivated member of the Content team with the Product Team, ACD/MD and CD.
• Ability to produce engaging content with appropriate format, style and pace, and to relate content decisions to their impact on the market, customers and key audiences.
• Strong organisational skills to manage rosters, weekend content and casual panel operators, balancing live panel operation with operations support.

What we offer

• Salary Packaging - Access novated leasing and exclusive discounts on top brands and tickets for a range of entertainment experiences
• Fitness Passport - Enjoy discounted access to a broad range of gyms and swimming pools across Australia
• Parental Leave - Generous paid parental leave and 5 days paid fertility leave
• Exclusive perks - Working in media comes with a heap of perks including discounts on top brands, behind-the-scenes access, & industry tickets
• Birthday & Volunteer Leave - celebrate your birthday with a paid day off, plus enjoy an additional day each year to volunteer for a charity or cause that matters to you.

Working at SMG means being part of a business with unmatched reach, endless opportunities to grow, and the chance to make a real impact. Join us and shape the stories, experiences and conversations that connect Australia.

SMG is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and fair hiring. We welcome talent from all backgrounds and ensure a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. SMG is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any accommodations during your interview, please let us know. We're happy to support your needs to ensure a fair and comfortable experience. Reach out to *******@sevenmediagroup.com.au for assistance. #SNOL

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