Broadcast Systems Engineer

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company – the home of Australia’s most trusted and loved brands spanning News, Sport, Lifestyle, and Entertainment. We pride ourselves on creating the best content, accessed by consumers when and how they want – across Publishing, Broadcasting and Digital.

Nine’s assets include the 9Network, major mastheads such as The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and The Australian Financial Review, radio stations 2GB, 3AW, 4BC and 6PR, digital properties such as nine.com.au, 9Now, 9Honey, Pedestrian.TV, Drive, subscription video platform Stan and a majority investment in Domain Group.

Our Purpose: We shape culture by sparking conversations, challenging perspectives, and entertaining our communities.

We bring people together by celebrating the big occasions and connecting the everyday moments. Australia belongs here. We bring our purpose to life via three shared values: We walk the talk, turn over every stone and keep it human.

Join Nine’s Broadcast Technology Support team in Melbourne as a pivotal Systems Engineer, where your expertise will help ensure the seamless delivery of live News and Sports productions. 

You'll work alongside a driven and collaborative team, taking ownership of the design, implementation, maintenance, and lifecycle management of essential broadcast systems and services.

This role operates on a 7-day rotating roster, supporting key stakeholders across a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Day to day you will:

• Provide support to all stakeholders reliant on Broadcast Technology systems and services.
• Prioritise support whilst contributing to new projects and R&D.
• Lead end-to-end delivery and support of broadcast systems.
• Oversee system issues, service requests, upgrades, and changes.
• Collaborate to refine workflows and adapt systems to meet business objectives.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing through documentation and user training.
• Serve as a role model and mentor for team members and stakeholders.
• Offer flexible support, including out-of-hours, weekend, and on-call availability as required.
• Expertise in Newsroom and Post-Production AVID PAM Systems, EVS Record and Playback Systems, Viz Graphics, Mosart Automation, VSM Studio Control Systems, and Ross Routers & GVG Switchers.
   

What you’ll bring: 

• A technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience in broadcast and production environments.
• Proven expertise with a wide range of broadcast software and hardware.
• In-depth understanding of broadcast workflows and end-user requirements.
• A passion for delivering reliable, effective technical solutions.
• A customer-focused mindset with strong communication and influencing skills.
• Solid experience supporting broadcast and production systems.
• Strong ability to self-manage, prioritise tasks, and produce clear technical documentation.
• Proficiency with Windows Server OS, endpoint management, domain infrastructure, and Active Directory.
   

Our employee benefits include:
 

• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers.
• Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.
• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads.
• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription.
   

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

At Nine, we are committed to fostering a workforce that embraces all aspects of diversity and inclusion and where practices are equitable to ensure our people experience a sense of belonging. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process in order to equitably participate, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures.

Disclaimer: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.