Technician - Supply Chain

Arqiva; Daventry; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Arqiva is seeking a Technician for a 24-month fixed-term contract specializing in Supply Chain operations. This full-time position is responsible for ensuring safety standards while maintaining high-tech broadcast equipment. Suitable candidates should have a technical background, effective problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to quality. Join a leading company in the UK’s broadcast sector and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

6% pension contribution

Private Medical

25 days annual leave

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Grades C or above in GCSE Mathematics, English, and Sciences required.
• Experience in fault finding and component-level repair is crucial.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and problem-solving skills desired.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a secure working environment and comply with safety policies.
• Evaluate and configure broadcast and telecommunication equipment.
• Update the company's ERP system accurately for repairs.

Skills

Fault finding

Repair skills

Problem-solving

Logical thinking

Education

GCSE Maths, English, Sciences

BTEC National Level 3 or equivalent

Cisco CCST or CCT qualified

Tools

Spectrum Analysers

Network Analysers

Power Meters

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Job Description

Technician - Supply Chain - 24 months FTC

Location Onsite at Arqiva – Daventry

Job Description

Technician - Supply Chain - 24 months FTC

Location Onsite at Arqiva – Daventry

Total Package

• 24 months contract
• Circa £36,000 base salary
• 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
  
  

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 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 totalreward2025 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Telecommunications, Broadcast Media Production and Distribution, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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