Rugby Systems Operator - Gloucester

Contract: Freelance / CasualLocation: Gloucester Rugby - Kingsholm Stadium, Kingsholm Road, Gloucester GL1 3AXWorking Hours: Match-days only. The working day starts around 5 hours pre-kick-off and ends around one hour after the match (Approximately 8 hours per match-day)Salary: You will be paid a base rate of £12.50 per hour plus rolled-up holiday pay of £1.51 per hourStart Date: ASAPThe RoleHawk-Eye provides medical video replay services at all Rugby fixtures across England. We are looking for a reliable and tech-savvy individual to join our team in Gloucester, to support our on-site operations at Gloucester Rugby’s home matches alongside another Hawk-Eye Match Day technician. 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. All fixtures take place on Friday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays, with the season running from September through to June. We will require you to be regularly available for Gloucester Rugby’s home fixtures during these periods. We provide services across a wide number of local and global Rugby events, including domestic UK & European club competitions, international fixtures and major World Rugby events. As part of our wider rugby team, you may have the opportunity to work at these events. Key ResponsibilitiesInstallation and setup of Hawk-Eye technology on Match Day, alongside a second Hawk-Eye Match Day technicianOperation of Hawk-Eye medical video replay technology, supporting the Match Day Doctor and other medical staff in identifying and reviewing potential head injury incidentsAccurate logging and post-match clipping of medical events identified by matchday medical personnelLiaise with our Rugby Remote Support team to ensure smooth setup and match operationsConduct detailed pre-match checks of the system in accordance with standard proceduresCoordinate with on-site host broadcasters to integrate with our Hawk-Eye servicesMonitoring hardware and software performanceTroubleshoot hardware and software issues alongside our Remote Support team using your technical knowledge and problem-solving skillsTaking full responsibility for our system on-site, representing Hawk-Eye with professionalism and confidenceSkills, Knowledge and ExpertiseTechnical background, comfortable with computer hardware and softwareIdeally with or studying for a university degree in science, technology, engineering or relevant equivalent experienceBright and enterprising with excellent organisational, analytical and problem-solving skillsProactive, responsible attitude with the ability to work on your initiativeStrong team player with the ability to cooperate effectively alongside another on-site Hawk-Eye team memberTime management skills and the ability to work in a high-pressure, procedural, live broadcast environmentStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with clients and stakeholdersAn interest in rugby and/or rugby analysisAble to adapt to flexible working conditions with irregular working days, including weekends and longer daysAt 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 applyTeam Culture 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: Our love for sports drives everything we do. Ready to kickstart your career in sports technology? Apply now and become a part of our Hawk-Eye team! Apply to this Job