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AFL Systems Operator

2 Months ago • All levels • Administrative • $55,000 PA - $57,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The AFL Systems Operator role in Melbourne involves setting up and operating the SMART Replay system at the AFL Review Centre and Australian venues. Responsibilities include pre-match preparation, technology setup, system checks, match-day operations (liaising with officials and broadcasters), responding to replay requests, performance monitoring, post-match reporting, and off-season maintenance. The role requires technical proficiency, problem-solving skills, a proactive attitude, excellent time management, strong communication, passion for AFL, and flexibility to work weekends. This is a full-time, permanent position with opportunities for growth and development within Hawk-Eye.
Must have:
  • Technical proficiency (networking, computer components)
  • Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Proactive attitude and independent work ability
  • Excellent time management
  • Strong communication (under pressure)
  • Passion for AFL and sports

Job Details

📍Location: Melbourne, Victoria

📝Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

💰Salary: $55,000 - $57,000 depending on experience plus super

📆Expected Start Date: March/April 2025


Why Hawk-Eye & Why AFL❓

We are searching for Systems Operators to join our growing team in Australia. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of sports technology as part of a passionate and dynamic team. It's an outstanding entry-level opportunity to work in an elite performance environment for a tech-savvy individual with a passion for sports and innovative technology design and implementation. 

This is a full-time opportunity and there will be lots of weekend-based work (Thursday - Monday), with hours based around match fixtures. The role involves setting up and operating our SMART Replay system at the AFL Review Centre (ARC) in Melbourne, as well as delivering Hawk-Eye’s on-site Match Day Technology at Australian venues. You may gain exposure to various other services as you grow in the role and become a more experienced member of the team. 

A Hawk-Eye Systems Operator works across a broad range of sports, not simply in an operational capacity but also assisting with system design (front and back end) and is a vital voice in progressing Hawk-Eye’s offerings. We will equip you with the technical training, support, and full exposure to our systems to perform your day-to-day tasks, and we will also encourage development and progression to help impact what we do. 

What Does A Typical Day Look Like?🛠

  • Pre-Match Day Preparation: Organising logistics for travelling between stadium locations as and when required

  • Technology Setup: Set up our cutting-edge SMART Replay Technology

  • System Checks: Conducting pre-match checks of the systems in accordance with standard procedures

  • Match-Day Operations: Liaising with AFL officials, stadium/club personnel, match officials and host broadcasters both on-site and remotely

  • Replay Requests: Responding to requests for replays and quickly delivering the best possible angles to help make crucial decisions

  • Performance Monitoring: Analysing software performances, being able to troubleshoot and report encountered issues

  • Post-Match Reporting: Complete detailed reports to enhance future operations and client satisfaction.

  • Off-Season Maintenance: Build and maintain our hardware and equipment, and assist with the installation and testing of new products and services.

Why Is This The Right Job For You? ✅

  • Technical Proficiency: A strong foundation in technology, preferably with a knowledge of networking and computer components

  • Problem-Solving: A logical approach to problem-solving and troubleshooting

  • Proactive Attitude: Ability to take initiative and work independently.

  • Time Management: Excellent time management skills to thrive in a live broadcast environment.

  • Communication: Professional and approachable, with strong listening skills under pressure.

  • Passion: Passionate about the AFL and the sports industry in general

  • Flexibility: Willingness to travel domestically and work on weekends based around sports fixtures

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

Team Culture🏆

At Hawk-Eye, 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:

  • We are Brave: Confident in solving almost impossible problems, pioneering and ambitious for our clients and for ourselves. We are bold leaders in the industry, driven by possibilities and striving with pace and energy. We understand our risks and love the challenge.

  • We are Owners: Our business is our own; we feel every win and especially the losses. We take pride in excellence and trust ourselves to do what’s right, relentlessly. We make decisions like owners, with endeavour and entrepreneurialism. We are serious about what we do and have fun whilst doing it.

  • We are Inclusive: We are one team; a community that’s connected and open. No secrets, no politics, just honesty and respect. We value diverse thinking, diverse people - this helps us innovate. We treat people as people, who are all integral to our success and we celebrate as one

What Challenges Might I Face?🔦

Up to this point, I’m sure there have been many things that you find intriguing about the role, however, it is not without its unique challenges. Here are some that you can expect to find with the role: 

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 kick. 

High-Pressure Situations: Working in a live broadcast environment on a production that is distributed globally and widely seen by many will bring levels of pressure. 

All of these different factors offer different challenges on a daily basis as an operator. We will do everything we can to train you and support you to the best possible level.

Application & Hiring Process⏳

  • Application: If you're interested in this position, please submit your CV and complete the application form and hit submit.

  • Task Submissions: Successful candidates from the application stage will receive invites to access our assessment system. We will ask you to complete a one-way video interview (Hireflix platform)

  • Review Period: Once you have completed the tasks, our team will take a period of time to review all responses and provide application updates. 

  • Assessment Event: Successful candidates from the video interview stage will be invited to either a Hawk-Eye Assessment Event or a Hiring Manager Interview

  • Offers & Feedback: The team will take time to review all feedback and conduct our final reviews. All candidates will receive feedback from the final stage whether they have been successful or not

We look forward to receiving your application and exploring how you can contribute to the future of sports entertainment.

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