6PR Broadcast Engineer

Company Description

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.

Job Description

Nine is a leading multi-platform media network, engaging audiences, including across our Radio Business which is home to Perth’s only commercial news talk station - 6PR. You can be part of the team that Perth turns to for breaking news, opinions and information on what’s happening locally, nationally and around the globe. 6PR is home to some of WA’s highest profile personalities: Steve Mills, Karl Langdon, Simon Beaumont, Oliver Peterson, Mark Readings and more! You will truly be working with and learning from the top radio talent in the industry. 

If Perth is talking about it, we’re talking about it – and that’s why you don’t want to miss this great opportunity at 6PR!

We are seeking a skilled and motivated casual Broadcast Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting and maintaining broadcast and IT systems, ensuring smooth operations across the broadcast infrastructure. You will provide technical assistance, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with other technology teams to ensure optimal performance. A strong understanding of broadcast systems, audio engineering, and information technology is essential, along with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Day to day will include:

• Providing prompt technical support for 6PR broadcast and IT systems.
• Managing incidents via service delivery ticketing systems.
• Assisting other broadcast technology teams as needed.
• Maintaining studio cleanliness and reporting any equipment faults.
• Ensuring the accurate playback of commercial material and reporting any discrepancies.

Qualifications

Enough about us, let’s talk about you! 

• Experience with IT networking and audio over AoIP systems.
• Hands-on experience with radio broadcast systems and troubleshooting, including radio telephone systems, radio playout systems, on-air audio systems, and audio distribution via codecs.
• Strong understanding of radio outside broadcast systems and implementation.
• Solid knowledge of audio engineering principles and techniques.
• Understanding of electronics theory and repair skills.
• Experience with coding.
• Familiarity with Zetta and/or PhoneBox.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well within a team environment.
• Qualification in a relevant technical field or equivalent practical experience.

Additional Information

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.