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Be ready to walk through high-stakes ops: pre-match checks, failure modes mid-game, and how you escalate or recover when a feed drops. Expect practical questions on rugby match flow, multi-camera awareness, and calm coordination with referees and production.
Strong fit if you enjoy live sports technology, precise procedures, and on-site work around Newcastle rather than remote desk work. Experience with broadcast, stadium systems, or officiating tech is more relevant here than pure software development.
As a Rugby Systems Operator in the Newcastle area, you would set up, run, and monitor Hawk-Eye’s match-day systems for rugby events—cameras, tracking feeds, and challenge/replay tools—coordinating with officials and broadcast so decisions stay reliable under live pressure.
Useful focus areas include live event operations, camera/tracking hardware basics, troubleshooting under time pressure, and clear radio/comms with match officials. No certification list was supplied for this role.
No. The listing is for the Newcastle area (The Hill) with remote set to off, so expect on-site match and venue work.
It supplies tracking and review technology used in tennis, football VAR, baseball challenge systems, and similar elite-sport workflows.
Live operations discipline, familiarity with sports tech or AV systems, and composure when systems must stay correct in real time.
Casual Rugby Systems Operator - Newcastle, Hawkeye Innovations, The Hill, Newcastle Area About This Position This role involves working as a Casual Rugby Systems Operator for Hawkeye Innovations at the Newcastle Red Bulls stadium. You will be responsible for operating systems during match days only, providing essential support to ensure smooth operations. Key Responsibilities Operate and maintain rugby systems on match days. Ensure all systems are functioning correctly before and after matches. Work a typical 8-hour shift starting around 5 hours pre-kick-off and ending approximately one hour post-match. What You Bring A reliable and professional attitude towards work. Basic understanding of rugby systems operation is advantageous but not mandatory, as training will be provided. Punctuality and the ability to work independently under pressure are essential. Why Join Hawkeye Innovations Hawkeye Innovations offers a unique opportunity to contribute directly to one of Newcastle's premier rugby clubs. Our team values hard work, dedication, and innovation. By joining us, you will be part of an exciting environment that supports personal growth and professional development. Ready to Apply? This is your chance to join a dynamic and innovative company in the sports technology sector. If you are passionate about rugby and eager to contribute to its success, this role could be perfect for you. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of £14 per hour (including holiday entitlement). Start Date: As Soon as Possible To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.
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