At Roberts OB Security Ltd, we understand the unique and dynamic security challenges faced by the outside broadcast and media production industry. From high-profile sporting events to live national coverage, our mission is to provide seamless, professional protection that allows you to focus on delivering a seamless broadcast.
Our team is comprised of highly trained, diligent, and well-presented SIA-licensed security professionals who specialize in technical compound management, venue access control, and high-value asset protection. We combine hands-on operational experience with clear site management plans tailored to your specific production requirements.
Sustainable Broadcast Operations
Aligned with industry-wide environmental targets, Roberts OB Security Ltd operates all-electric welfare vans. These zero-emission units deliver silent on-site guard bases and welfare support—ideal for night-watch shifts in residential areas, quiet stadium compounds, and green production sets.
We have operated in the broadcast security sector for years, working directly alongside the UK's leading facilities providers, networks, and production houses.
Lead Facility Partners: Cloudbass (Primary Security Specialist) | Gravity Media EMG | QTV | SRSS
Broadcasters & Production Facilities: BBC (BBC Sport / BBC Scotland / BBC Alba) | Sky Sports | ITV Racing | NEP | Timeline TV | Amazon Prime Video | Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) | TVM
We bring deep, practical knowledge of stadium compounds and broadcast footprints across Scotland and Northern England—from Scottish Gas Murrayfield and Hampden Park to every football ground in-between, from Dingwall to Dumfries, and Kilmarnock to Kelso.
Whether securing live football, international rugby, basketball, or major studio/event broadcasts like BBC Question Time and The Royal National Mòd, we deliver complete protection from rig to derig:
24/7 OB Compound Security & Access Control
Overnight Technical Asset Protection (Scanners, Net Vans & Uplink Units)
Press Box, Gantry & Media Accreditation Guarding
Site Management & Key Holding
Rig & Derig Transition Guards
Our helpful and proactive teams ensure your site gets set up, operates smoothly, and derigs with ease—knowing your assets, clients, and technical equipment are safe 24 hours a day.