Airworks Antenna Engineer United Kingdom Posted on 01/08/2024 Be the First to Apply Airworks An - Arqiva

Description

Salary/package: Up to £50,000

Location: Glasgow, Edinburgh and surrounding areas.

Accountabilities:

• Carry out a program of preventative and when necessary corrective maintenance on a wide variety of critical broadcast antennas, telecommunication antennas and combiner systems across the UK to the satisfaction of our customers and processes

• Work with the Senior Antenna Engineer to ensure that we have sufficient spares available to meet our contractual obligations within your area. Ensure that the record of these spares is kept in the correct manner as laid out by the processes of the department

• Work within the operating processes laid down for your department and the company as a whole

• Take part in a mandatory call out rota to ensure that an escalation route and emergency response is always available from within the Antenna Systems team

• To be familiar with the antenna related Disaster and Emergency equipment in order to utilise it effectively when called upon

• To act as an internal and external consultant providing specialist advice on matters relating to your business area

• Maintain a secure working environment in line with the requirements of the Arqiva Security Policy in order to protect individuals, information and Arqiva assets Carry out RF Surveys as and when required for operational needs as well as for accreditation purposes Carry out RF Surveys as and when required for operational needs as well as for accreditation purposes.

Experience/Expertise:

• Working knowledge of the development, testing and maintenance of bespoke and COTS (Common off the Shelf) software/hardware for Broadcast, IP Network, IOT or corporate application depending on technical area of expertise

• Experience with processes, standards and engineering practices related to monitoring and controlling (M&C)

• Comprehensive knowledge of networking principles

• Experience of maintenance and fault resolution on complex media systems; supports root cause analysis to resolve complex or recurring problems.

Technical / Professional Skillset(s):

• Specialises in one or more areas of systems and equipment relevant to role such as RF systems, DVB, Analogue Radio, DAB, Microwaves, Sat Comms, Data Networks, Telecoms etc.;

• Comprehensive knowledge and experience in the techniques and applications of computer network systems

• Comprehensive knowledge of and able to apply Safety, Health and Environment legislation, policies and procedures

• Able to conduct complex measurements.

More than anything, we want to work with people who are passionate about what they do and believe in our vision. So, if you think you have most of the skills and / or experience we are looking for, then please do apply for the role - we want to hear from you

Who We Are

Arqiva is at the heart of the broadcast and utilities sector in the UK and beyond. Through our infrastructure we ensure media and data is taken from, and delivered to where it is most valued, whether that's from broadcasters to your TV screen or radio, or from your smart meter to the utility company. Even if you haven't heard of us before, the chances are you're indirectly a customer of ours and our infrastructure is part of your everyday life. We have a rich heritage and an exciting future ahead of us, and there's so much more to us that we can't wait to share with you.

What do you need to be the best version of you...

We have worked closely with our colleagues during the past 18 months to create Work. Life. Smarter. – our approach and commitment to a flexible and hybrid working culture for everyone. Our approach gives our colleagues empowerment and support to work in ways that enable them to thrive in their role. We are very much on a learning journey at Arqiva, but through a balance of in-person and remote working opportunities, we are encouraging our teams to work together to put in place what works best for them, ensuring that they're meeting individual, team and customer needs.

Our colleagues feel empowered by the opportunities available to them to ensure we all bring our very best selves to work, wherever that may be, and we welcome the opportunity to talk to you about how Work. Life. Smarter. could work for the role you are interested in, as well as formal flexible working requests such as part-time or job shares.

Inclusive Arqiva

For us, building a working environment that is diverse, inclusive and engaged, is a positive for both our colleagues and our customers. This is why we have invested in our partnerships with initiatives and organisations such as Tommy's Pregnancy at Work, Inclusive Employers and WISE (Women in Science and Engineering).

We also have active and thriving networks to support our colleagues like our Working Families network, Women at Arqiva and Diversity Ambassadors. Take a look at our LinkedIn Life page for more details -