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Basingstoke and Deane, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Location: Within a commutable distance of the Basingstoke office, with willingness to travel to matches/events
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Travel: There will be travel domestically, with potential travel across Europe and globally
Expected Start Date: ASAP
Hawk-Eye provides video replay services across a wide number of local and global Rugby events, including domestic UK & European club competitions, international fixtures and major World Rugby events. We are passionate about Rugby and dedicated to bringing the best experiences to our audience. Our team is growing, and we are looking for talented individuals like you to join us on this exciting journey.
This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of sports technology across major sporting events. You will be part of a dynamic team delivering world-class tech solutions, designed to make rugby safer, fairer and more engaging.
The Rugby department delivers our SMART product across a wide range of high-profile Rugby events all over the globe each year.
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Installation and setup of Hawk-Eye technology in the build-up to matches, and performing pre-match checks (this can involve physically demanding work, such as rigging cameras and running cables);
Operation of Hawk-Eye video replay technology, supporting users such as Match Officials and Match Day Medical Staff in identifying and reviewing potential incidents;
Liaise with key stakeholders from broadcasters, companies, match officials and teams to ensure all contractual obligations are seamlessly delivered;
Deliver Remote Support to live operations using your technical knowledge and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot hardware and software issues;
Providing quick resolutions for any technical issues;
Liaise with our Rugby Remote Support team to ensure smooth setup and match operations;
Conduct detailed pre-match checks of the system in accordance with standard procedures;
Monitoring hardware and software performance;
Taking ownership of our system on-site and representing our company in the best possible manner;
Research and development into new projects and technologies;
Maintenance of the kit and equipment needed to run the system.
This position is perfect for you if you possess:
A technical grounding
Strong problem-solving skills
Excellent communication with the ability to liaise with clients and customers in a professional and approachable manner
Great teamwork skills
A passion for innovation
A willingness to learn
Flexible and willing to travel worldwide regularly
The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and pressurised environment
An interest in rugby and/or rugby analysis
French Language skills are a bonus
At Hawk-Eye Innovations, we appreciate and value the importance of potential and growth. If you believe that you excel in certain areas and possess the passion and desire to develop further, we encourage you to apply.
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: We love creating and making a difference through sport.
Up to this point, I’m sure there have been many things that you find intriguing about the role; however, there can be difficult times:
Working Hours: Due to the nature of the sports industry, there is often work on weekends and midweek evenings, and we are expected to fulfil our roles until the last minute.
Travelling Abroad: You can expect to spend periods of the year working throughout Europe and internationally, based on the events in the sporting calendar.
High-Pressure Situations: Working in a live broadcast environment on a production that is distributed to millions worldwide will bring high levels of pressure.
We will do our best to train and equip you to the best possible level to help with these, but they must be considered before submitting your application.
Application: If you're interested in this position, please submit your CV, complete the application form and hit submit.
Task Submission: Successful candidates from the application stage will receive an invitation to access our video interview platform. We will ask you to complete a one-way video interview (Hireflix platform). Once you have completed the task, our team will take a period of time to review all tasks and provide application updates.
Assessment Event: Successful candidates from the video interview stage will be invited to one of our Hawk-Eye Assessment Events. This could be virtual or in-person, and you will be provided with further details and preparation material before the event.
Offers & Feedback: The team will take time to review all feedback and conduct our final reviews.
