Football Tracking Systems Technician - Milan

Hawk-Eye Innovations Ltd; Milano; In loco; EUR 10.000 - 30.000; Part-time

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An exciting opportunity for a Football Tracking System Technician at a sports technology company based in Milan. The role involves preparing and monitoring tracking systems during matches, requiring excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. Ideal for candidates who are proactive and able to work flexibly during match days. Join a dynamic team passionate about sports technology!

Competenze

• Comfortable working in English (reading, writing and speaking).
• Able to adapt to flexible working conditions.
• Experience in IT or Broadcast preferred.

Mansioni

• Prepare tracking systems at the stadium and monitor during the match.
• Check fibre connections and troubleshoot if necessary.
• Calibrate the GLT system before the match.

Conoscenze

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management skills

Communication skills

Strumenti

VT/replay technology

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Overview

What the Job is All About

Location: The majority of work will take place on-site at stadiums in Milan, with further opportunities for travel across Italy and Europe.

Contract: Freelance, Casual

Salary: Starting from €130 daily rate, based on experience

Start Date: Immediate

We are recruiting to fill Football Tracking System Technician roles within our expanding operations in the Serie A and Serie B. There may be opportunities to work across tournaments such as the UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of sports technology as part of a dedicated and dynamic team.

Working day expectations: Match Day – Arrival up to 7 hours pre-Kick Off; End of day up to 2 hours post game completion. There are also varied needs during the setup days which may require presence on the day(s) before match day. The role requires the consultant to be flexible with work hours depending on the needs of the onsite team. This work is likely to be mostly on weekends with some midweek fixtures.

We will equip you with the technical training, support and full exposure to our systems to perform your match day tasks and encourage development and progression to make an impact on what we do. Working as a Football Technology Operations Assistant is a great entry level route into full time employment with Hawk-Eye Innovations Ltd. Please attach your CV in English.

Key Responsibilities

• The main purpose of this role is to prepare the tracking systems at the stadium and monitor them during the match. These systems are the Electronic Performance Tracking System (EPTS) and Goal-Line Technology (GLT).
• Check that there is a fibre connection with all the switches in the stadium rooms and possibly resolve the problems by re-establishing the connections.
• Connect the EPTS room with the GLT / VAR van via the two networks .2 and .3.
• Confirm with EPTS and GLT Remote Support that the system is working correctly and follow the provisions for troubleshooting.
• Calibrate the GLT system before the match, following the relevant checklist and carrying out all necessary tests to test its reliability and precision.
• Monitor the correct functioning of the system during the referees' test approximately two hours before the match and make the necessary changes in case of problems or imperfections.
• Carry out, with the support of the camera control, the colorimetry correction of the Ultra Motion cameras on the goal line (UM1 and UM2), ensuring that they are as similar as possible to the broadcast cameras.
• Monitor the correct functioning of the system during the match, intervening, with the help of the onsite news station, in case of problems.
• At the end of the match, upload all the data requested by EPTS Remote Support, then help the Video Technical Guarantee (VTG) and GLT Operator with the disassembly activities.

Why This Job Is Right For You

This position is perfect for you if you possess:

• Bright and enterprising with excellent organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proactive, responsible attitude and ability to work on your own initiative with minimum supervision
• Time management skills and ability to work in a high pressure, procedural, live broadcast environment
• Ability to liaise with stakeholders in a professional and approachable manner with attention to good communication
• Comfortable working in English (reading, writing and speaking) as you may need to interact with colleagues from other countries
• Able to adapt to flexible working conditions with irregular working hours

Preferred:

• A technical background, ideally in IT or Broadcast
• An interest in sport and/or sports analysis, with a good knowledge of football and the rules of the game
• Experience working with VT / replay technology desirable, or live event / technical production
• Prepared to travel locally and, if required, further afield in Italy
• Driving licence

At Hawk-Eye Innovations, we appreciate and value the importance of potential and growth. If you do not hit all of the criteria above but believe that there are certain areas you excel in and that you possess the passion and desire to develop the other attributes, then we encourage you to apply.

Team Culture

We pride ourselves on our team culture. We believe in fostering a supportive environment where every team member can contribute their best work. Our core values include:

• Innovation: We constantly seek new ways to improve and innovate in the sports entertainment industry.
• Teamwork: We celebrate our successes and learn from our experiences as a team.
• Passion: Our love for sports drives everything we do.

What Difficulties Might I Face?

There can be challenging times, including:

• Working Hours: Weekend evenings and roles fulfilled until the last minute due to the nature of the sports industry.
• High-Pressure Situations: Working in a live broadcast environment on a production distributed to millions worldwide.

We will train and support you to the best possible level, but these challenges must be considered before submitting your application.

Application & Hiring Process

• Application: Submit your CV and complete the application form.
• Task Submissions: Successful candidates will receive an invite to access our one-way video interview platform in English (Hireflix).
• Review Period: Our team will review completed tasks and provide updates.
• Interview: Virtual interview with hiring managers.
• Offers & Feedback: Final reviews and feedback.

Make An Impact In The World Of Football

Join our dedicated and dynamic team and help revolutionise the way technology is used in Football. As a Football Tracking Systems Technician, you’ll gain invaluable experience and play a crucial role in major Football events worldwide.

Ready to kickstart your career in sports technology? Apply now and become a part of our Hawk-Eye team!

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