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Contract Broadcast Engineer

Contract Broadcast Engineer

Robert Walters New ZealandAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand
12 days ago
Job description

Overview

For over 30 years, our client has been at the heart of New Zealand's entertainment landscape, connecting Kiwis to the sport, stories, and moments that matter most.

Now, in partnership with Robert Walters, we're looking for a passionate Broadcast Engineer to join their innovative Technology team and help engineer the future of how New Zealanders experience entertainment.

What makes this role special?

Picture yourself designing cutting-edge broadcast systems that deliver crystal-clear content to hundreds of thousands of homes across New Zealand.

You'll be working with state-of-the-art SDI and IP video technologies, solving complex technical challenges that directly impact the viewing experience of families nationwide.

This isn't just about maintaining systems – you'll be architecting the infrastructure that brings live sports, breaking news, and must-watch shows into New Zealand homes.

Every day brings new technical puzzles to solve, from translating logical designs into physical implementations to anticipating and resolving system challenges before they impact viewers.

Your impact will include :

Designing tomorrow's broadcast infrastructure

– Create detailed system architectures and documentation that form the backbone of the broadcast domain

Leading technical innovation

– Translate cutting-edge logical designs into robust physical implementations

Problem-solving at scale

– Anticipate, investigate, and resolve technical challenges across the entire broadcast platform

Driving continuous improvement

– Contribute to root-cause analysis and implement changes that enhance system reliability

Collaborating across teams

– Work alongside diverse technical specialists to deliver seamless broadcast experiences

What you'll bring :

3+ years of broadcast industry experience

with relevant qualifications

CCNA certification

and strong Cisco networking knowledge

Expert-level understanding

of SDI and IP video standards

Solid foundation

in computer hardware, including Intel PCs and servers

Advanced Microsoft Office skills

and proven problem-solving expertise

A solution-focused mindset

with natural collaborative abilities

Legal right to work in New Zealand

Why choose this contract opportunity?

This 12-month contract with a leading New Zealand entertainment provider offers the perfect blend of technical challenge and career advancement.

You'll work onsite in Auckland alongside an experienced team, gaining exposure to cutting-edge broadcast technology while contributing to projects that directly impact New Zealand's entertainment landscape.

The contract nature means you'll dive straight into meaningful work, making an immediate impact on critical broadcast infrastructure projects.

It's an ideal opportunity for engineers looking to expand their broadcast expertise or those seeking to work with one of New Zealand's most established entertainment companies.

Ready to broadcast your career to the next level?

This is more than a technical role – it's an opportunity to be part of New Zealand's entertainment heritage while building its technological future.

Apply now or contact Bianca Madden at

  • for a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity.

Our client is committed to diversity and inclusion.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days.

If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Bianca Madden on 64

About the job

Contract Type : Temp

Specialism :

Information Technology

Focus :

Infrastructure / Security / Network

Workplace Type : Hybrid

Experience Level : Associate

Location : Auckland CBD

Job Reference : IZCCO2-45D6A668

Date posted : 18 September 2025

Consultant : Bianca Madden

Industry : IT

Salary : Negotiable

Source : Robert Walters

Note :

This description may include information about the job posting that is subject to change.

Applicants should verify details with the consulting recruiter.

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