Football Tracking Technician (South Coast)

Location: Onsite EPL & EFL Stadiums. We are hiring across the South Coast to cover our partner Premier League and EFL stadiums in Bournemouth and Brighton . Ideal candidates will live within easy commuting distance of both locations. Contract Type: Casual hourly contract – Setup Day & Match Day Hourly Rate : £13.00 - £18.20 Per Hour. Rates vary depending on role Role Overview: As a Football Tracking Technician , you will work on-site at football stadiums across your region, playing a vital role in the delivery of Hawk-Eye’s tracking and officiating technologies for Premier League , EFL , and UEFA fixtures. You will be responsible for the setup , calibration , and optimisation of services including Goal Line Technology (GLT) and Electronic Performance & Tracking Systems (EPTS). This includes connecting and configuring PCs and hardware within stadium fibre-optic networks , optimising camera alignments, troubleshooting technical issues in real time, and coordinating closely with remote operations centres, on-site technical leads, and replay operators to ensure seamless match delivery. Comprehensive technical training and ongoing support will be provided, giving you full exposure to industry-leading sports technology systems and live match operations. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in elite football environments, live broadcast technology, and high-performance sports operations at the highest level of the game. This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain practical, hands-on experience in sports technology while maintaining a flexible routine . Because live matchday operations follow the football fixture calendar - predominantly concentrated on weekends with occasional midweek commitments for training and fixtures - we are seeking candidates with strong availability to cover these key operational windows. What You’ll Be Doing: Stadium Setup: Rigging Hawk-Eye technology at the stadium. Please note: This involves physically demanding work, including running heavy cables, rigging cameras, and working at height. System Calibration: Conducting pre-match setup, hardware checks, and technical calibration of tracking systems in accordance with standard operational procedures. Live Match Monitoring: Actively monitoring hardware and software performance during live matches to instantly troubleshoot, resolve, and report technical errors. Stakeholder Management: Liaising professionally with stadium staff, match officials, and host broadcasters on-site, serving as a trusted brand ambassador for Hawk-Eye Why Is This The Right Job For You? We’re looking for individuals who are reliable, professional, and passionate about football . This position is perfect for you if you possess: Strong problem-solving skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities A passion for innovation A willingness to learn The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and pressurised environment Flexible schedule with primary weekend availability An interest in the sport of Football Skills and Requirements Essential Criteria and Skills Technical Foundation: A solid understanding of computer hardware, networking, and fibre-optic connectivity, with a quick aptitude for learning in-house technology and software. Availability & Flexibility: : Strong schedule flexibility , with primary availability focused on weekends and occasional midweek evening matchdays/training sessions in alignment with the football calendar Professionalism: High level of professionalism and a calm, solutions-focused attitude when working in highly visible, client-facing scenarios. Mobility: A full UK driving license Passion: Strong football knowledge and a genuine interest in the sport. Desirable/Bonus Skills & Experience: Broadcast and Live events experience Video routing Knowledge Experience with Audio Over IP devices What Difficulties Might I Face? Up to this point, while there may be many