Senior Engineer - Teleports

Arqiva; Winchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading broadcasting and utilities company is seeking a Senior Engineer to join their Groundworks team in Winchester. This role involves delivering top-notch engineering for complex projects, managing RF systems maintenance, and fostering customer relationships. Candidates should hold a Level 6 qualification or equivalent experience and possess robust knowledge of networking principles and RF technologies. The position offers a salary of up to £53k, various allowances, and numerous benefits including medical and pension contributions.

Benefits

Private Medical

25 days annual leave

15% on call allowance

6% pension contribution

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of networking principles.
• Experience in fault finding and troubleshooting.
• Ability to write Method Statements and Risk Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Respond to faults and complete corrective maintenance on RF systems.
• Carry out preventative maintenance following standards and procedures.
• Engage with customers to build positive working relationships.

Skills

Satellite Transmission

Digital TV Transmission

Data transmission over satellite

Telemetry and Monitoring

Radio Encoding and Multiplexing

Signal Analysis

Signal Contribution / Distribution

Education

Degree or equivalent Level 6 qualification

Job description

Senior Engineer – Groundworks

Location : Winchester - Crawley Court

Total Package

• Salary up to £53k
• 15% on call allowance
• 6% pension contribution
• 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

Purpose

Lead by example within a Groundworks Field team in confidently delivering high quality engineering for the most complex project, planned works and maintenance, and supporting the team with common faults, developing technical expertise, improving customer service, minimizing customer impact of downtime, whilst meeting quality and safety commitments.

Accountabilities

• To respond to faults in a timely manner and complete corrective maintenance on a range of RF systems to meet our customer SLAs.
• Carrying out preventative maintenance in line with Arqiva standards, policies, and procedures.
• On site lead for upgrades and modifications to existing systems and networks following agreed instructions.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation and reporting of actions taken.
• Complete testing and measurement to ensure compliance with regulatory, industry and customer requirements.
• Engage with customers both internal & external to build positive working relationships.
• To undertake contractor supervision duties as required, including monitoring of contractors and their safe working practices so that relevant standards are met.
• To actively participate in a 24 / 7 365 callout response as per the scheduled rota.
• Always working safely, complying with Health & Safety legislation and Arqiva SHE policy.
• Available to work flexibly both independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive and adaptive work ethic.
• Promote Arqiva’s culture and values.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of operating policies, processes, and procedures.
• Provide mentoring support to Engineers and Technicians.
• Ability to analyse fault scenarios and contribute towards the process of Root Cause Analysis.
• Creating Risk Assessments and Method Statements when required.
• Provide technical leadership within the team, sharing knowledge, skills, and support.
• Produce work instructions and other appropriate tools and materials to support service and technical delivery.

Skills

• Satellite Transmission
• Digital TV Transmission
• Data transmission over satellite including iDirect systems
• Telemetry and Monitoring
• Radio Encoding and Multiplexing
• Signal Analysis
• Signal Contribution / Distribution

Knowledge & Experience

• Degree / equivalent Level 6 qualification OR relevant experience.
• Confident and proficient with processes, standards and engineering practices related to corrective and preventative maintenance, with the ability to write or re-write, as necessary.
• Extensive knowledge of networking principles.
• Extensive knowledge and experience of fault finding and troubleshooting and the ability to communicate your findings within a team and the wider engineering community.
• Extensive knowledge of systems and equipment relevant to role such as RF systems, Digital Television, Analogue Radio, DAB, Microwave links, Satellite systems, Data Networks, Telecoms etc.
• Extensive knowledge of RF principles.
• Extensive knowledge of the principles of power supplies, environmental controls, telemetry systems, analogue and digital electronics working down to component level.
• Extensive knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, with the ability to write Method Statements and Risk Assessments for complex tasks.
• Specialisation in multiple systems and equipment relevant to role such as RF Systems, Digital Television, Analogue Radio, DAB, Microwave Links, Satellite Systems, Data Networks, Telecoms etc.

We are the undisputed leader in UK TV and radio broadcast , and the UK’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 are our 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 of global media distribution to cloud based solutions and creating scalable solutions for new connectivity sectors - you’ll have many opportunities to develop 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.