Operations Technician

BBC; Salford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

BBC in Salford is seeking a robust Broadcast Equipment Coordinator within Production Services. You will arrange hire and maintenance of self-operating broadcast gear, from cameras to lighting and sound, to support productions across the BBC.

You will monitor assets using a bespoke system and ensure equipment is tested and ready for use. Working with a small but vital team, you’ll travel occasionally and collaborate to deliver reliable technical support, advising productions remotely and on-site,

Qualifications

• Experience using broadcast/production equipment such as cameras and sound gear.
• Strong technical knowledge of audio/visual equipment used in programme making.
• Understanding of management, supply, maintenance and storage of equipment and accessories.
• Proven ability to work in a team with a collaborative, supportive approach.
• Excellent oral and written communication to convey technical information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Arrange hire and maintenance of self-operated broadcast equipment for productions and individuals across the BBC.
• Ensure equipment is monitored and tracked using our asset management system.
• Ensure all equipment is fully function tested and prepared per production requirements.
• Support in the movement of equipment by arranging couriers or providing shipping lists for Carnets.
• Provide technical advice and recommendations to productions both remotely and in person.
• Occasional overnight travel to assist with events or to cover London/Glasgow offices as required.

Skills

Broadcast equipment operation

Technical AV knowledge

Equipment management

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Job description

JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: B

CONTRACT TYPE: x1 Permanent / x1 9 month attachment/FTC

DEPARTMENT: Production Services ( Media Operations)

LOCATION: Salford

PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £25,100 - £33,900 depending on relevant skills, knowledge, and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.

We're happy to discuss flexible working. If you'd like to, please indicate your preference in the application – though there's no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Production Services is a small team that makes a big impact within the BBC. We support teams across the UK by coordinating the supply and maintenance of the broadcast equipment needed by productions to capture stories, create content and connect with our audiences. Through the preparation, hire and testing of all the broadcast equipment required by productions, we provide an essential and varied service, supporting large productions right through to individual creators.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

By Joining us you will be part of a team that plays a vital role in enabling BBC productions to create outstanding content. You will work in a collaborative and customer-focused environment, supporting productions and individuals with the equipment and expertise they need to make great programming. This role offers the opportunity to build your technical knowledge and develop your practical skills while making a direct impact on the delivery of the high-quality programming the BBC is known for.

Your Key Responsibilities And Impact

• Arrange the hire and maintenance of self op broadcast equipment such as Cameras, lighting and sound equipment to productions and individuals across the BBC.
• Ensure equipment is correctly monitored and tracked using our bespoke asset management system
• Ensure all equipment is fully function tested and prepared in accordance with production requirements.
• Support in the movement of equipment through arranging couriers or providing Shipping list for Carnets
• Provide technical advice and recommendations to productions both remotely and in person
• Occasional overnight travel to assist with events and/or to cover our London/ Glasgow offices may be required.

Essential Criteria

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE – KEY CRITERIA

• Experience of using broadcast / production equipment such as cameras and sound recording equipment.
• Detailed technical knowledge of audio and visual equipment used in programme making
• An understanding of the responsibilities involved in the management, supply, maintenance, and storage of all equipment and accessories
• Proven ability to work in a team environment adopting a collaborative and supportive approach
• Effective communication skills (both oral and written) so as to be able to impart technical information to individuals with no technical background

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

• Detailed understanding of programme making and the needs of production staff, particularly in relation to self-op production
• Experience working in a hire environment
• Experience of using an asset management software
• Experience of providing a high level of customer service.
• Strong time management skills with a proven ability to prioritise; experience of working to tight deadlines

Disclaimer

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Please note: If you were to be offered this role, the BBC will conduct Employment screening checks which include Reference checks; Eligibility to work checks; and if applicable to the role, Safeguarding and Adverse media/Social media checks. Any offer made is conditional on these checks being satisfactory.

Before your start date, you may need to disclose any unspent convictions or police charges, in line with our Recruitment policy. This allows us to discuss any support you may need and assess any risks. Failure to disclose may result in the withdrawal of your offer.

For any general queries, please contact: [e-mail]

Redeployment

The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk.