Transmission Field Engineer

On-site in the UK·Added 2 days ago (last checked 7 Nov)

Arqiva

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Our summary

Salary: Up to £34,000 a year
About £2,330 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, the UK
Holiday: 25 days holiday
Pension: 5% employer pension

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

What we're looking for
Essential

Experience in maintenance, fault-finding and troubleshooting of technical systems
Electrical, electronic, RF or telecommunications engineering background
Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills
Full UK driving licence
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willingness to participate in an on-call rota
Comfortable working at height and climbing structures up to 60 meters
Commitment to safe working practices

Nice to have

Desirable

HNC, Level 4 qualification or equivalent technical experience
Experience with RF transmission systems
Broadcast, telecommunications or network infrastructure experience
Knowledge of digital television, radio or telecommunications systems
Understanding of IP networking principles
Experience working with telemetry, monitoring or control systems
Previous field engineering experience

The role

Purpose
Responsible for the maintenance, fault resolution, and performance of Arqiva's broadcast transmission sites across North Scotland. The role supports television, radio, RF, telecoms and network infrastructure, ensuring high service availability and regulatory compliance whilst delivering excellent customer service.

What you'll do

Total Package

Up to £34,000 base salary
5% Shift Allowance
Paid Overtime
Company vehicle
5% 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

Accountabilities

Responding to network faults and service outages, ensuring service level agreements are met
Carrying out planned preventative maintenance across transmission and broadcast sites
Diagnosing and resolving faults on RF and communications systems
Supporting equipment upgrades, installations and network improvements
Conducting testing, measurements and system inspections
Maintaining accurate engineering documentation and maintenance records
Working closely with customers, contractors and internal teams
Supervising contractors and ensuring safe working practices are followed
Participating in a 24/7 on-call rota and responding to incidents as required
Working safely at all times and complying with Health & Safety legislation, policies and procedures
Working at height, including climbing transmission structures of up to 60 meters as part of maintenance and fault response activities
Being available to work flexibly across the region, including occasional working away from home and supporting project work both within and outside your local area
Working independently and collaboratively as part of a wider engineering team to deliver excellent service and network performance
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and embracing new technologies and ways of working

How you'll work

Location: North Scotland - Inverness and surrounding areas (candidates must live within a 40-mile radius of Inverness).

This role supports sites across North Scotland and includes participation in a 24/7 call-out rota. Applicants must therefore reside within 40 miles of Inverness.

Technical Exposure

Technical Exposure
You may have experience with some of the following technologies:

RF transmission systems
Digital TV (DTT)
Digital radio (DAB)
Analogue radio systems
Video and radio encoding
Microwave links
Satellite systems
Data networks
Telemetry and monitoring systems
Power and environmental systems
Signal analysis and timing equipment

About Arqiva

Industry: Telecommunications

In their own words

About the company & team

Join us and play a vital role in maintaining the infrastructure that millions of people rely on every day.
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.

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