Broadcast Engineer - OB

Christy Media Solutions; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading broadcast media company is seeking an experienced Broadcast Engineer to join a specialist team focused on live coverage for prominent sporting events across the UK. This fully on-site position requires expertise in broadcast equipment and strong technical skills. The ideal candidate will have a background in field operations, possess excellent IT and repair abilities, and be willing to travel extensively. Flexibility for evening and weekend work is also needed.

Qualifications

• Broad technical knowledge of broadcast engineering and field operations.
• Strong IT skills (IP routing, address configuration).
• Practical repair skills (soldering, crimping).
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast‑paced OB environment.
• Team spirit and willingness to travel extensively.
• Driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot cameras and broadcast equipment.
• Manage signal quality, camera racking, comms, rigging, and HD-SDI workflows.
• Set up and test external feeds on-site.
• Support senior engineers and work closely with the OB crew.
• Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

Skills

Technical knowledge of broadcast engineering

Strong IT skills

Practical repair skills

Ability to adapt quickly

Team spirit

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Broadcast Engineer to join a specialist team delivering live coverage for one of the UK’s most prestigious sporting industries. This is a hands‑on, fully on‑site role with frequent travel to Outside Broadcast (OB) events across the country. Candidates can be based in London, Warwickshire or Newcastle.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot cameras, vision systems, and broadcast equipment
• Manage signal quality, camera racking, comms, rigging, and HD-SDI workflows
• Set up and test external feeds on-site
• Support senior engineers and work closely with the OB crew
• Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays

What You’ll Bring

• Broad technical knowledge of broadcast engineering and field operations
• Strong IT skills (IP routing, address configuration)
• Practical repair skills (e.g., soldering, crimping)
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast‑paced OB environment
• Team spirit and willingness to travel extensively
• Driving licence is essential

If you're looking for a new opportunity please apply now for immediate consideration.