Football Tracking Technician (North)

Hawk-Eye Innovations; Burnley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Hawk‑Eye Innovations invites applications for Football Tracking Technician roles across key Northern regions and North East coastal hubs. You’ll be on‑site at stadiums, delivering setup, calibration and operation of GLT and EPTS systems during Premier League and EFL fixtures.

Daily responsibilities include rigging, pre‑match checks, live monitoring and real‑time troubleshooting, with comprehensive training provided. Weekend and occasional midweek commitments align with the football calendar.

Qualifications

• Technical Foundation: understanding of computer hardware, networking and fibre‑optic connectivity.
• Availability & Flexibility: strong schedule flexibility, weekends and occasional midweek evenings.
• Professionalism: calm, solutions‑focused attitude for client‑facing environments.
• Mobility: full UK driving license.
• Passion for football: strong knowledge and genuine interest in the sport.

Responsibilities

• Stadium Setup: rig Hawk‑Eye gear at the stadium, including cables and camera rigs.
• System Calibration: pre‑match checks and calibration of tracking systems.
• Live Match Monitoring: monitor hardware/software during matches and troubleshoot in real time.
• Stakeholder Management: liaise with stadium staff, match officials and broadcasters on‑site.

Skills

Technical foundation

Availability & flexibility

Professionalism

Mobility

Passion for football

Job description

Location:

We are currently hiring across key Northern regions and North East coastal hubs. Ideal candidates will be within easy commuting distance of partner EPL and EFL stadiums across these target areas.

Contract Type:

Casual hourly contract - Setup Day & Match Day

Hourly Rate

£13.00 - £18.20 Per Hour. Rates vary depending on role

Role Overview:

As a Football Tracking Technician, you will work on-site at football stadiums across your region, playing a vital role in the delivery of Hawk-Eye's tracking and officiating technologies for Premier League, EFL, and UEFA fixtures.

You will be responsible for the setup, calibration, and optimisation of services including Goal Line Technology (GLT) and Electronic Performance & Tracking Systems (EPTS). This includes connecting and configuring PCs and hardware within stadium fibre-optic networks, optimising camera alignments, troubleshooting technical issues in real time, and coordinating closely with remote operations centres, on-site technical leads, and replay operators to ensure seamless match delivery.

Comprehensive technical training and ongoing support will be provided, giving you full exposure to industry-leading sports technology systems and live match operations.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in elite football environments, live broadcast technology, and high-performance sports operations at the highest level of the game.

This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain practical, hands‑on experience in sports technology while maintaining a flexible routine. Because live matchday operations follow the football fixture calendar - predominantly concentrated on weekends with occasional midweek commitments for training and fixtures - we are seeking candidates with strong availability to cover these key operational windows.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Stadium Setup: Rigging Hawk‑Eye technology at the stadium. Please note: This involves physically demanding work, including running heavy cables, rigging cameras, and working at height.
• System Calibration: Conducting pre‑match setup, hardware checks, and technical calibration of tracking systems in accordance with standard operational procedures.
• Live Match Monitoring: Actively monitoring hardware and software performance during live matches to instantly troubleshoot, resolve, and report technical errors.
• Stakeholder Management: Liaising professionally with stadium staff, match officials, and host broadcasters on‑site, serving as a trusted brand ambassador for Hawk‑Eye

Why Is This The Right Job For You?

We're looking for individuals who are reliable, professional, and passionate about football. This position is perfect for you if you possess:

• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• A passion for innovation
• A willingness to learn
• The ability to thrive in a fast‑paced and pressurised environment
• Flexible schedule with primary weekend availability
• An interest in the sport of Football

Skills and Requirements

Essential Criteria and Skills

• Technical Foundation: A solid understanding of computer hardware, networking, and fibre‑optic connectivity, with a quick aptitude for learning in‑house technology and software.
• Availability & Flexibility: : Strong schedule flexibility, with primary availability focused on weekends and occasional midweek evening matchdays/training sessions in alignment with the football calendar
• Professionalism: High level of professionalism and a calm, solutions‑focused attitude when working in highly visible, client‑facing scenarios.
• Mobility: A full UK driving license
• Passion: Strong football knowledge and a genuine interest in the sport.

Desirable/Bonus Skills & Experience

• Broadcast and Live events experience
• Video routing Knowledge
• Experience with Audio Over IP devices

What Difficulties Might I Face?

Up to this point, while there may be many things that you find intriguing about this role, the difficulties you may face should not be ignored.

Working Hours

Due to the nature of the sports industry, there is often work on weekends and midweek evenings, and we are expected to fulfil our roles right to the end.

High-Pressure Situations

Working in a live broadcast environment on a production that is distributed to millions worldwide will bring high levels of pressure.

As You Progress

• Opportunities for full‑time employment
• Increase your skillset and be more involved within our team
• Contribute to improvements in VAR workflows and cutting‑edge tech development

We'll support you every step of the way, but these are roles where focus, resilience, and professionalism are a must.

Team Culture

At Hawk‑Eye, we pride ourselves on a collaborative, high-performance culture where trust, passion, and innovation thrive. We believe in fostering an environment where every team member is empowered to push boundaries and contribute to the future of sports technology. Our work is guided by three core values:

• We are Brave: We challenge the status quo, embrace big ideas, and constantly seek new ways to innovate in the sports entertainment industry. We aren't afraid to take risks in pursuit of excellence.
• We are Owners: We take personal accountability for our work, our decisions, and our collective success. We celebrate our wins together and treat every challenge as an opportunity to learn, grow, and improve.
• We are Inclusive: We cultivate a welcoming environment where unique perspectives are valued, all while being united by our shared love for sports and technology.