Senior Broadcast Operations Engineer

BBC Studios Distribution Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading broadcasting company in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an Operational Broadcasting Engineer with experience in broadcast systems. You will monitor and maintain TV and Radio transmission systems, ensuring high-quality content delivery. The ideal candidate has strong troubleshooting skills and knowledge of networking. This role includes competitive pay, flexible working hours, and excellent career development opportunities within a values-driven organization focused on diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Flexible benefits

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Discounted healthcare

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in broadcast engineering or similar technical roles.
• Good understanding of radio operations, including transmission chains.
• Skilled at troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support broadcast transmission systems across TV and Radio.
• Perform maintenance on broadcast infrastructure for optimal performance.
• Respond to and resolve operational incidents to minimize disruptions.

Skills

Broadcast engineering experience

Knowledge of broadcast systems

Networking knowledge (IP, TCP/IP)

Troubleshooting skills

Tools

Adobe Premiere

FCPX

Davinci Resolve

Windows

Mac

Linux

Virtual Machines

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

A leading broadcasting company in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an Operational Broadcasting Engineer with experience in broadcast systems. You will monitor and maintain TV and Radio transmission systems, ensuring high-quality content delivery. The ideal candidate has strong troubleshooting skills and knowledge of networking. This role includes competitive pay, flexible working hours, and excellent career development opportunities within a values-driven organization focused on diversity and inclusion.