MCR Technical Operations Engineer - Reuters
MCR Technical Operations Engineer - Reuters
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MCR Technical Operations Engineer - Reuters
This position is based in Canary Wharf London.
Want to be part of the Master Control Room at one of the worlds leading news agencies Want to play a crucial role in ensuring that live and breaking content reaches and informs millions of consumers around the world This might be the role for you.
Reuters is seeking an experienced Technical Operations Engineer for our TV Support & Operations team based in London. As a Technical Operations Engineer you will primarily work in our fast-paced 24/7 London Master Control Room (MCR) operation which is responsible for the technical assessment co-ordination and supervision of incoming news feeds and transmission of news coverage to Reuters video products.
Youll also use your technical acumen to assist with other key areas such as technical planning equipment testing preparation and deployment and direct operational support of news and video equipment in the field.
About the Role
As Technical Operations Engineer at Reuters you will:
Work in the London MCR as part of the wider global TV operations team.
Ensure the successful delivery of Reuters editorial content. Youll configure route supervise and co-ordinate video/audio signals from linear and file-based sources.
Supervise and assess signal qualities ensuring that all areas of the operation run to a high technical standard and will take a key role in the preparation testing and deployment of equipment for field operations.
Perform proactive health checks to ensure key systems are functional and will conduct first-level fault diagnosis. Youll use your problem solving skills to quickly identify service-affecting issues and will work with support teams globally to ensure they are professionally addressed.
Continually review and optimise operational protocols to ensure they meet business needs.
Produce high quality operational documentation in support of MCR operations and to ensure continuity of service across the team.
Work various shift patterns as required including night shifts. Possibility of travel at short notice.
About You
Youre a fit for the role of Technical Operations Engineer at Reuters if you have:
Previous experience in a broadcast TV environment.
Demonstrable knowledge of video (including associated signal formats and standards) compression/conversion techniques for linear and file based video and file transmission methods.
Practical knowledge of IT infrastructure and connectivity TCP/IP networking and multi VLAN networks.
Knowledge and experience of IP based video delivery including associated technical standards and transport protocols.
Quality assessment skills required to supervise TV operations to a high technical standard.
Good levels of situational awareness and the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
Good written and verbal communication skills for the clear flow of detailed information.
Willingness and pro-activity to assist in all areas of the operation plus an ability to work independently or as part of a team.
The ability to understand our customers requirements and the consultative problem solving skills to ensure were adopting the most appropriate solution to meet their needs.
Please Note: Completed applications must be submitted by 23:59 (BST) on Sunday 3rd August 2025.
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Whats in it For You
At Reuters our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:
Global Career: As a global company we can offer a truly international career and progression opportunities.
Learning & Development: On the job learning and coaching. We also have a dedicated training team focused on the continuous development of our journalists.
Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer competitive salary packages and market leading benefits including paid volunteering days.
Perks: Work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and a team who provide unmatched award-winning coverage of the worlds most important stories.
About Reuters
Reuters is the worlds largest multimedia news provider. Founded in 1851 it is committed to the Trust Principles of independence integrity and freedom from bias. With unmatched coverage in over 16 languages and reaching billions of people worldwide every day Reuters provides trusted intelligence that powers humans and machines to make smart decisions. It supplies business financial national and international news to professionals via desktop terminals the worlds media organizations industry events and directly to consumers.
About Thomson Reuters
Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions. We serve professionals across legal tax accounting compliance government and media. Our products combine highly specialized software and insights to empower professionals with the data intelligence and solutions needed to make informed decisions and to help institutions in their pursuit of justice truth and transparency. Reuters part of Thomson Reuters is a world leading provider of trusted journalism and news.
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Employment Type
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