Contract Broadcast Engineer

Robert Walters New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Broadcast Engineer in Auckland. This 12-month contract involves designing cutting-edge broadcast systems and requires extensive experience in the broadcast industry. The role promises technical challenges and growth opportunities within one of New Zealand's premier entertainment sectors. Interested candidates should possess a CCNA certification and expertise in SDI and IP video standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of broadcast industry experience with relevant qualifications.
• CCNA certification and strong Cisco networking knowledge.
• Expert-level understanding of SDI and IP video standards.
• Solid foundation in computer hardware.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed system architectures for the broadcast domain.
• Translate logical designs into robust physical implementations.
• Anticipate and resolve technical challenges across the broadcast platform.
• Contribute to root-cause analysis for system reliability.
• Collaborate with diverse technical specialists.

Skills

Broadcast industry experience

Cisco networking knowledge

SDI and IP video standards

Problem-solving expertise

Collaboration skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in broadcast engineering

CCNA certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Intel PCs and servers

Job description

Overview

For over 30 years, our client has been at the heart of New Zealand's entertainment landscape, connecting Kiwis to the sport, stories, and moments that matter most. Now, in partnership with Robert Walters, we're looking for a passionate Broadcast Engineer to join their innovative Technology team and help engineer the future of how New Zealanders experience entertainment.

This role involves designing cutting-edge broadcast systems that deliver crystal-clear content to hundreds of thousands of homes across New Zealand, using state-of-the-art SDI and IP video technologies. You will help architect the infrastructure for live sports, breaking news, and must-watch shows, translating logical designs into physical implementations and resolving system challenges before they impact viewers.

Responsibilities

• Designing tomorrow's broadcast infrastructure – Create detailed system architectures and documentation that form the backbone of the broadcast domain
• Leading technical innovation – Translate cutting-edge logical designs into robust physical implementations
• Problem-solving at scale – Anticipate, investigate, and resolve technical challenges across the entire broadcast platform
• Driving continuous improvement – Contribute to root-cause analysis and implement changes that enhance system reliability
• Collaborating across teams – Work alongside diverse technical specialists to deliver seamless broadcast experiences

Qualifications

• 3+ years of broadcast industry experience with relevant qualifications
• CCNA certification and strong Cisco networking knowledge
• Expert-level understanding of SDI and IP video standards
• Solid foundation in computer hardware, including Intel PCs and servers
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills and proven problem-solving expertise
• A solution-focused mindset with natural collaborative abilities
• Legal right to work in New Zealand

Contract opportunity & How to apply

This 12-month contract with a leading New Zealand entertainment provider offers the perfect blend of technical challenge and career advancement. You'll work onsite in Auckland alongside an experienced team, gaining exposure to cutting-edge broadcast technology while contributing to projects that directly impact New Zealand's entertainment landscape.

The contract nature means you'll dive straight into meaningful work, making an immediate impact on critical broadcast infrastructure projects. It's an ideal opportunity for engineers looking to expand their broadcast expertise or those seeking to work with one of New Zealand's most established entertainment companies.

Ready to broadcast your career to the next level?

This is more than a technical role – it's an opportunity to be part of New Zealand's entertainment heritage while building its technological future.

Apply now or contact Bianca Madden at [e-mail] for a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity.

Our client is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Bianca Madden on 64 9 374 7300

About the job

Contract Type: Temp

Specialism: Information Technology

Focus: Infrastructure / Security / Network