Rugby Systems Operator – Global Travel & Live Operations

Hawk-Eye Innovations Ltd.; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawk-Eye Innovations Ltd. in the United Kingdom seeks a Rugby Systems Operator to install and set up Hawk-Eye tech ahead of matches and operate replay systems during events.

You will support officials and medical staff and liaise with broadcasters and teams to ensure contractual obligations are met. The role involves on-site rigging, remote support for live operations, and frequent travel across Europe and globally.

Qualifications

• Technical grounding expected; suitable for students in tech-focused fields.
• Strong problem-solving abilities for on-site and remote support.
• Excellent communication with clients, broadcasters, and officials.
• Teamwork and collaboration within a fast-paced sports tech team.
• Passion for innovation in sports entertainment technology.
• Willingness to learn new systems and protocols.
• Flexible and able to travel worldwide regularly.
• Ability to perform under pressure in live broadcast environments.
• Interest in Rugby; enthusiasm for the sport helps.
• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree as required.

Responsibilities

• Install and setup Hawk-Eye technology before matches, including rigging cameras and cabling.
• Operate Hawk-Eye replay technology; support match officials and medical staff.
• Liaise with broadcasters, officials, teams to meet contractual obligations.
• Provide remote support to live operations; troubleshoot hardware/software issues.
• Deliver quick resolutions to technical problems during events.
• Coordinate with Rugby Remote Support for smooth operations.
• Conduct detailed pre-match system checks per procedures.
• Monitor hardware and software performance.
• Own the on-site system and represent Hawk-Eye professionally.
• Research and development into new projects and technologies.
• Maintain kit and equipment for uptime.

Skills

Technical grounding

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Innovation

Willingness to learn

Travel willingness

Adaptability

Rugby interest

Undergraduate study

Education

Undergraduate degree in progress

Job description

Hawk-Eye Innovations Ltd. in the United Kingdom seeks a Rugby Systems Operator to install and set up Hawk-Eye tech ahead of matches and operate replay systems during events.

You will support officials and medical staff and liaise with broadcasters and teams to ensure contractual obligations are met. The role involves on-site rigging, remote support for live operations, and frequent travel across Europe and globally.