Federations & Governing Bodies
Broadcast Services Frequency Coordinator
Entry Level
Biggin Hill, United Kingdom
in office
Full time
BroadcastMotorsportBroadcast Engineering & PlayoutStreaming & OTT Platforms
Job description
About the Role
Coordinates and safeguards the effective use of radio frequency spectrum for Formula 1 broadcast, client and event operations, ensuring compliance with local regulations and Company standards. It sits within the Broadcast and Media division and works closely with FOM, teams, broadcasters, suppliers, authorised third parties, regulators, local organisers and licensing partners. The position supports safe and reliable event operations in live, time-critical environments and contributes to resilient, scalable spectrum coordination processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and consolidate event frequency requirements from FOM, teams, broadcasters, suppliers and authorised third parties, and liaise with regulators, local organisers and licensing partners to secure assignments and maintain country-specific compliance.
- Prepare and maintain accurate frequency plans, equipment records, licensing documentation and event records in approved digital systems, ensuring information remains current and accessible.
- Monitor spectrum utilisation, investigate interference and coordinate timely resolution with users, technical teams and authorities.
- Operate spectrum monitoring, direction-finding and RF test equipment, interpreting measurements accurately.
- Support deployment, commissioning, operation, maintenance and de-rig of F1 RF infrastructure and broadcast RF equipment.
- Complete system verification, fault reporting, post-event reporting and lessons learned.
- Manage equipment readiness, configuration and lifecycle, escalating faults, risks and replacement needs.
- Provide clear guidance on allocations, approved use, deadlines and event procedures to internal teams and external partners.
- Work with broadcast partners, engineering teams, organisers, regulators and suppliers to support safe and reliable event operations.
- Evaluate emerging RF technologies and support continuous improvement of resilient, scalable coordination processes.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Calm, methodical and solutions-focused in live, time-critical environments.
- Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing operational requirements.
- Able to work independently while collaborating across technical, operational and external teams.
- Professional and confident with stakeholders from different organisations and cultures.
- Practical experience operating, maintaining or supporting RF transmission, communications or spectrum-monitoring systems.
- Experience in a live, time-critical technical environment and coordinating multiple stakeholders.
- Relevant technical qualification or equivalent practical experience in RF, broadcast, telecommunications, electronic engineering or a related discipline.
- RF spectrum management, frequency planning, interference analysis and licensing principles.
- Spectrum analysers, RF monitoring tools and related test equipment.
- Wireless and digital transmission technologies, including copper and RF over fibre systems.
- Strong digital literacy, structured documentation and clear technical communication.
- RF exposure and temporary-installation health and safety requirements.
Preferred Skills
- RF experience in live broadcast, motorsport, major events or international spectrum coordination.
- Experience engaging with regulators or managing licences and frequency assignments.
- Degree, HND or recognised professional certification in a relevant technical discipline.
- Relevant safety, working-at-height, electrical or RF awareness training.
- Valid driving licence.
- Direction finding, antennas, telemetry, wireless cameras, intercoms, AutoCAD and wider broadcast equipment.
Benefits & Perks
- Private Healthcare scheme
- Dental Care
- 4 x Grand Prix Paddock passes per season
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies
- A free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding trains stations near to Biggin Hill
- Free healthy snacks in our offices
- Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch
- 25 days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure
- Opportunities to develop and request training for your role via our in-house Learning and Development team
- Discount on F1 merchandise
- Discount at F1's experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive
- Perkbox benefit portal and more
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