OB Engineer / London, UK

OB Engineer / London, UK
Jobs > OB Engineer / London, UK / London, England
London, England
Content & Media
Engineering
July 25, 2025

About the Role:

This field-based OB Engineer role plays a vital part in a key transformation project within a well-established broadcast operation. Supporting a specific OB truck, you’ll be responsible for rigging various racecourse components, configuring and operating AV systems, and ensuring seamless broadcast service delivery for major partners. Regular travel and weekend work are essential.

The Company:

This organisation is a longstanding leader in live broadcast operations, supporting thousands of national events annually. Currently undergoing a major transformation, they are investing in next-generation broadcast infrastructure and remote production capabilities. Known for technical innovation and a collaborative team culture, they deliver high-impact coverage where precision and agility are key.

Benefits & Opportunities:

  • Join a pioneering broadcast environment with cutting-edge tech and national event exposure
  • Be part of a culture that genuinely values contribution and new ideas
  • Opportunity to grow within a business expanding into broader sports broadcasting

To Be Successful, You’ll Need:

  • Experience with OB systems across audio, video, and RF technologies
  • Hands-on rigging and operational skills in field environments, including fault-finding
  • Strong understanding of electronics in a media context
  • A valid UK driving licence (HGV preferred)

Interested in Learning More?

Reach out to me at [email protected] or call 020 3002 0497 for an initial discussion.

Key words…if all these are resonating, this could be the job for you!!

OB Engineer – RF – Broadcast – Vision – Audio – Fibre – Camera Chains – Field Engineering – Racking – Rigging – SMPTE – Multiviewer – Outside Broadcast – Engineering

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