Audio Engineer

Job no: 505155
Work type: Ongoing Full Time
Location: Brisbane
Categories: Broadcast Operations/Transmission

• Brisbane/ Queensland location
• Full time permanent role 
• Base salary $88k - $94k 

Are you passionate about sound and storytelling? We are on the lookout for an experienced Audio Engineer to bring technical expertise and creative flair to a wide range of programs and projects—across broadcast and online platforms. This role is based primarily in our Brisbane South Bank site, supporting Local Radio, Sport, Radio National, Radio Australia and Podcast Production

In this role, you’ll be:

• Mixing live and pre-recorded studio programs, outside broadcasts, and digital content for streaming and download.
• Collaborating closely with creative teams to solve problems, find better workflows and form content ideas from the ground up.
• Applying your knowledge of RF and IP technologies to enhance how we create and distribute audio.
• Mixing music and field recordings and troubleshooting any operational or transmission issues that arise.
• Working alongside producers, content directors, and other stakeholders to plan and coordinate productions, offering technical advice and creative solutions.
• Managing WHS risks and conducting assessments both in-studio and on location.
• Handling minor assets and sourcing equipment for program makers.
• Contributing to team meetings and sharing insights to help elevate our audio output.

Position Description: 50071178 AUDIO ENGINEER.pdf

About You

What we’re looking for:

• Solid experience in audio and radio production, with a strong grasp of the technologies and systems involved.
• A deep understanding of broadcast networks and the ability to adapt to new tech.
• Proven ability to juggle multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and maintain high attention to detail—especially in live broadcast environments.
• Great communication and teamwork skills—you’ll be working with a wide range of people.
• Strong computer literacy, particularly with digital audio workstations (DAWs) and other broadcast/editing systems.

What we can offer you:

• 15.4% ABC Nominated Super.
• Paid parental, carer's and supporting partner leave.
• Salary packaging.
• ABC Mentoring.

About the ABC

The ABC is the nation's most trusted and independent source of Australian conversations, culture, and stories. With over 4,000 employees from diverse backgrounds across over 50 locations around Australia and overseas, we are proud to create, curate and deliver high-quality content that informs, educates and entertains Australian communities.

More info: 

In line with our focus on diversity and inclusion, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce. 

To request recruitment and selection information in alternate formats, request adjustments, or if you have accessibility requirements please contact accessibility@abc.net.au

If you want to know more, please contact Michelle Challans, Recruitment Lead, Screen and Audio via challans.michelle@abc.net.au

Please note during the Christmas period there may be a delay in responding to your enquiry. 

We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.

For more information on working at the ABC visit abc.net.au/careers

We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.

Applications Close: 11:55pm, Sunday 4 January 2026