Location - Chalgrove, Oxfordshire (with travel to client sites)
Hours - Full-time, generally Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm, with occasional weekend work when required to attend broadcast jobs
Probation - Three-month probationary period
Holiday - 28 days' holiday entitlement (including bank holidays)
Reports to - Managing Director and Resource Scheduling Manager
THE ROLE
We're looking for an enthusiastic Junior Technician / Driver to join our team. Working under the supervision of our Managing Director and Resource Scheduling Manager, you'll learn how to prepare and maintain the company's wide array of broadcast equipment, getting it ready for sports analysis jobs and for dry broadcast hire. Full training on the equipment will be provided.
Alongside the technical side of the role, you'll deliver and collect broadcast equipment to and from our clients. This is a client-facing position, so you'll be representing Rugged Earth directly and will need to be personable, professional and a great communicator. You'll also help keep the workshop tidy, organised, and running smoothly.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to get into the broadcast industry and gain valuable hands-on experience within a busy and dynamic company. Experience in IT or broadcast would be an advantage but is not essential — what matters most is your enthusiasm, attitude and willingness to learn.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Learning to prep, test and maintain the company's range of broadcast equipment, ready for sports analysis jobs and dry hire of broadcast equipment
- Delivering and collecting broadcast equipment to and from clients at various locations
- Dealing directly with clients in a friendly, professional and helpful manner
- Keeping the workshop clean, tidy and well organised
- Occasionally attending broadcast jobs at weekends to assist when required
- Supporting the wider team and helping out where needed
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- An enthusiastic, self-motivated individual keen to build a career in the broadcast industry
- Excellent communication skills and a personable manner — you'll be representing the company and dealing with clients directly
- The ability to use your initiative and work independently, while also being a strong team player
- A practical, organised approach and a willingness to learn new skills
- A clean, full UK driving licence — essential
- Experience in IT or broadcast (preferable, but not essential)
WHAT WE OFFER
- £24,000 – £26,000 starting salary per annum, depending on experience
- Health cash plan
- Company pension scheme
- Company laptop
- 28 days' holiday entitlement
- Full training on our equipment
The chance to gain hands-on experience in live sports broadcasting within a busy, dynamic company
Pay: £24,420.00-£26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Oxford OX44 7RW: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Driving : 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
