Broadcast Engineer

TL;DR

Broadcast Engineer: Diagnosing and resolving studio and broadcast faults and supporting day-to-day operation of studio audio equipment with an accent on maintaining digital playout/automation systems and assisting video-over-IP workflows. Focus on ensuring stations stay on air and sound exceptional for live outside broadcasts and modern studio equipment.

Location: Hybrid role, primarily office-based in Belfast.

Company

hirify.global is a family-owned media business creating content across Europe, focusing on print, online publishing, audio broadcasting, and entertainment.

What you will do

• Diagnose and resolve studio and broadcast faults quickly.
• Support day-to-day operation of studio audio equipment.
• Maintain and support digital playout/automation systems.
• Assist video-over-IP and basic video workflows for online content.
• Support and deliver outside broadcasts and live events.
• Ensure accurate documentation and contribute to technical resilience.

Requirements

• Experience in broadcast engineering or a closely related audio environment.
• Strong hands-on understanding of audio signal flow and studio equipment.
• Good IT literacy including Windows and basic networking.
• A calm and logical approach to problem-solving.

Nice to have

• Experience with Zetta or other playout systems.
• Audio-over-IP exposure (e.g., Axia).
• Outside broadcast experience.
• Radio broadcast background.

Culture & Benefits

• 28 days holiday, bank holidays & 2 volunteer days.
• Access to Bauer Academy for continuous learning.
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Work as part of a tight-knit, collaborative engineering team.