Broadcast Technician

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Entain Australia and New Zealand is seeking a Broadcast Technician to join our Christchurch team. You'll be joining an experienced and knowledgable team with ample opportunity to learn from their success. You'll be immersed in the exciting and fast-paced world of racing and broadcasting, where you'll be surrounded by the likes of Engineers, Camera Operators, Producers, and many more talented individuals.

As a Broadcast Technician, you will be supporting the Outside Broadcast and Studio Operations within your region. This role is integral to the smooth running of our live broadcasts and is essential for ensuring a seamless customer experience. Key to your role will be the prevention and resolution of technical issues, as well as minimising the impact of unpreventable incidents. From the get-go you'll be supported and mentored by a dedicated team, so if you've got the drive and aspiration to learn and upskill then you'll be thriving on the field in no time.

Where and how you can work...

We have offices across both New Zealand and Australia. This position is based in Christchurch with a mixture of office and field based work, where it all happens!

This is a permanent full time position where you will need to be flexible across the week in line with team rosters, including some public holidays, long days, and possible late nights.

Your day-to-day...

• Work collaboratively across the Trackside engineering operations to support the delivery of content across various platforms.

• Analyse and diagnose equipment faults and implement solutions to mitigate risk and ensure continuity of live operations.

• Prepare operational reports that outline technical issues which have arisen to maintain effective reporting.
• Follow preventative maintenance schedules to mitigate any potential equipment issues that could affect operations. 

• Work closely with on air operations and in conjunction with our vendors to maintain various systems, hardware and software.

• Participate in regional and national engineering meetings to share updates, as well as highlight and resolve technical and operational issues.

• Ensure timesheets and invoices are processed correctly and in a timely manner along with P-Card reconciliation and expense claims in accordance with Entain NZ policy.

• Ensure regular OB and Tender checks are undertaken to ensure that vehicles are road legal, registration, WOF or COF are current, and any maintenance/repairs are flagged.

You're a match if you ideally have...

• Technical qualification in a relevant field would be desirable.
• A current Full Class 1 car driver's license. Additionally, a Full Class 2 License (or the ability to obtain this within first 2 months of employment).
• The drive to work independently and autonomously, as well as the desire to collaborate with your team.
• A strong work ethic paired with the ambition to consistently learn and upskill.
• A forward thinking and anticipative nature, paired with the ability to pivot and adapt.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including a clear and constructive communication style.

Who are we?

At Entain Australia & New Zealand, we're on a mission to revolutionise the world of sports and gaming venue entertainment. We're the home of Australia and New Zealand's best gaming and tech talent, with a passion for pushing boundaries and creating unforgettable experiences.

We have a host of leading brands under the Entain umbrella – our customers can experience the best of sports betting and entertainment with Ladbrokes Australia and neds, where together they provide thrilling avenues for sports enthusiasts and racing aficionados alike. Through Entain Venues, our venue partners offer non-stop entertainment through our line-up of brands from the Australian Poker League and SportsPick to the challenges of InnQUIZitive and many more. 

We're also proud to support racing and sport in New Zealand through our 25-year strategic partnership with TAB NZ. The TAB brand in New Zealand connects enthusiasts to the heart of the action, whether it's horse racing, greyhounds, or a variety of thrilling sports.

Entain Lifestyle...

• Paid Medical Insurance: Get covered with Southern Cross medical insurance, up to $1,500 in value annually, for you and your family!
• Dedicated Training Plans: Power up your professional growth with our exclusive training programs.
• Birthday Bonus: Take a breather on your special day, courtesy of us. It's your day to shine!
• Be You: Express yourself! We celebrate your unique individuality, creating a supportive and inclusive work atmosphere.
• Social Butterflies Welcome, join our clubs and dive into exciting activities regularly!

As a global employer, Entain is committed to providing a safe, fun, and inclusive culture where our people feel like they truly belong. We are a multicultural business that values, celebrates and respects individual differences, so whatever your sexuality, gender, gender identity, ability, age, race, religion, or belief, you will have a voice here, and the space to do your best work. Our diverse internal networks provide support for you to express your views and make a positive difference.

For more information, please reach out to us at [email protected] or hit apply now.