Radio Communications Engineer - Flexible & Field-Ready

Thames Valley Police; Cherwell District; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave

Flexible working options

Lifestyle discounts

Pension scheme

Job summary

Thames Valley Police is hiring for a Radiocomms ICT role based in Kidlington. You will maintain radio hardware and software, ensuring officers have working communications, with training provided for new ICT areas.

You will collaborate with teams across TVP and Hampshire Constabulary, handling day-to-day operations, troubleshooting, and IT infrastructure tasks while adapting to on-call shifts and regional travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong technical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills in fast-paced settings.
• Solid understanding of radio communications or network infra; experience with IP, LTE and Starlinks.
• Ability to engage with third parties on service delivery and IT tech topics.
• Good grasp of IT operating infrastructure and related systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain radio hardware and software to meet business needs and resolve issues within ITIL framework.
• Handle day-to-day operations and control of the radiocomms infrastructure for officers and staff.
• Provide technical guidance during events and festivals where radio solutions are required.
• Travel regionally to locations; work with other teams within TVP and partner forces.

Skills

Problem solving

Radio comms knowledge

Third party coordination

IT infrastructure understanding

Travel ability

Shift/unsocial hours

Job description

Thames Valley Police is hiring for a Radiocomms ICT role based in Kidlington. You will maintain radio hardware and software, ensuring officers have working communications, with training provided for new ICT areas.

You will collaborate with teams across TVP and Hampshire Constabulary, handling day-to-day operations, troubleshooting, and IT infrastructure tasks while adapting to on-call shifts and regional travel as needed.