Field & Bench Repair Technician – Electronics & Networks

Arqiva; Daventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in broadcasting and telecommunications is seeking a Field & Bench Repair Technician for a 24-month contract in Daventry. The role involves repairing high-tech equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining a secure working environment. Candidates should possess critical problem-solving skills and relevant qualifications, with opportunities for training and career growth.

Benefits

Private Medical

25 days annual leave

Flexible benefits including discounts and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Experience of fault finding and repair at component and board level.
• Knowledge of testing IP Networked technologies.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, repair and configure electronic and mechanical equipment.
• Work to Safety, Health and Environment Policies.
• Accountable for updating company repair ERP System accurately.

Skills

Fault finding and repair

Problem-solving

Testing IP Networked technologies

Education

Grades C or above in GCSE Maths, English, Sciences

BTEC National Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Spectrum Analysers

Network Analysers

Power Meters

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Client:

Arqiva

Location:

Daventry, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Technician - Supply Chain - 24 months FTC

Location:Onsite at Arqiva – Daventry

Total Package

• 24 months contract
• Private Medical
• 25 days annual leave
• Access to our comprehensive flexible benefits including discounts on big brands, wellness and employee assistance programmes, gymflex, buy and sell annual leave, travel and dental insurance
• Training provided to support City & Guilds certifications

The role

• Work to Safety, Health and Environment Policies, to ensure a safe and healthy working environment within area of operation
• Maintain a secure working environment in line with the requirements of the Arqiva Security Policy in order to protect individuals, information and Arqiva assets.
• Evaluate, diagnose, repair and configure a broad range of highly specialised electronic and mechanical broadcast/telecommunication/ networked equipment
• Complete complex testing and measurements to ensure compliance with regulatory, industry and customer requirements.
• Responsible for testing, configuration and repairs of higher volume assets such as UPS's, MDU's, Power Supplies, Amplifiers, Fan Assemblies, specialised broadcast transmitters
• Ensuring the quality of works from external suppliers meet precise and exact equipment specification and or customer expectations.
• Pre-test units to exact equipment specification when received as faulty, before returning to external suppliers for manufacturer repair.
• Accountable for fully updating company repair ERP System with accurate data including fault and repair resolution comments.
• Accountable for sharing of information across local and wider technical teams within the business.
• Responsible for self-managing workload, using internal data to prioritise repair schedule.
• Accountable for efficient repair timescales aligned with business goals.
• Accountable for highlighting technical issues of concern to Engineer or Senior Engineer
• Commitment to engage and participate in Arqiva’s cultural goals of One Arqiva, Accountability and Curiosity
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills and technology to support the changing needs of the business.

Qualifications

• Grades C (or equivalent) or above in GCSE Maths, English, Sciences
• Desirable: BTEC National Level 3 or equivalent in a related field
• Desirable: Cisco CCST or CCT qualified
  
  

Required Expertise:

• Experience of and highly competent fault finding and repair/replace to component and board level on a broad range of highly specialised Broadcast, Networked and Mechanical Products
• Knowledge testing IP Networked or similar connected technologies
• Experience using a wide range of Test Equipment including but not limited to Spectrum Analysers, Network Analysers, Power Meters, Power Sensors, Frequency Counters.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products would be desirable.

Required Technical / Professional Skillset(s):

• Evidence of excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrate natural curiosity.
• Able to demonstrate logical thinking and reasoning.
• Able to repair, test and configure specialised broadcast/telecommunication units (UPS's, MDU's, Power Supplies, Amplifiers, Fan Assemblies) using procedures and work instructions or under guidance.
• Able to upgrade/downgrade firmware/software and license options following procedures and work instructions.
• Experience of soldering electronic components to a high standard
• Excellent technical knowledge of electronic and mechanical components
• Excellent technical understanding of differing cable types and connectors.
• Working knowledge of SNMP desirable
• Working knowledge of GPS desirable
• Working knowledge of UHF and/or VHF signals, frequency, and systems desirable
• Working knowledge of IP Networking desirable

We are theundisputed leader in UK TV and radio broadcast, and theUK’s leading Smart utilities platform, directly shaping the future of connectivity.

Through our established infrastructure we ensure that media and data are delivered exactly where they’re needed most, whether it’s bringing content to your TV or radio or transmitting data from your smart meter to your utility provider - chances areour services are a part of your daily life,seamlessly connecting you through our behind-the-scenes technology.

With an impressive history and an innovative future ahead of us, leading the transition ofglobal media distribution to cloud based solutionsand creatingscalable solutions for new connectivity sectors- you’ll have many opportunities todevelop and grow your unique career with us.

Why Arqiva?Reward.Connection.Growth

At Arqiva, we believe in supporting you to be your best, both at work and outside of it. That’s why our rewards and benefits go far beyond your pay; take a look at our booklet.

Here, you’ll find endless opportunities to connect, whether that’s with colleagues through our internal networks and events or by making a difference in the communities where we work.

And when it comes to your career, we’re committed to helping you grow. Whether you want to become a specialist in your field or climb to the top, we’ll support you every step of the way.