Live OB Broadcast Engineer – On-site Travel

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

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.