Reports to:

Direct Reports:

Purpose:

• To oversee and take an active part in the installation of new systems and equipment at Satellite Media Solutions (SMS) and customer sites
• To ensure that installations meet the required engineering specifications and are delivered within in a timely manner
• To work closely with Project Managers delivering end-to-end solutions
• To provide technical documentation to support project managers with the handover process
• To provide specialist support to all operational areas during fault situations
• To supervise contract resource and suppliers during the installation phase, ensuring that all health and safety procedures are followed

Key Objectives:

• Responsible for the installation, modification and testing of broadcasting infrastructure during the project build phase, and assisting local engineering staff as required
• To work closely with the Project Engineering Manager and Project Management team in scheduling and prioritising work in conjunction with the needs of the business
• A commitment to deliver first-class engineering solutions, setting and maintaining standards, and working closely with the local operations and engineering managers
• To work closely with the Project Engineering Manager in developing installation, test, and commissioning procedures and documentation in respect of systems infrastructure
• Maintain close relationships with suppliers, supervising and assisting with installation work as necessary
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with internal departments across the company, and provide and promote cross-division assistance where required
• Provide good quality technical documentation to Project Managers and assisting with the handover process as required
• To assist local engineering teams during fault resolution if required
• Have a wide understanding of Broadcast Engineering and keep abreast of technological developments
• Maintain a good understanding of relevant Health & Safety regulations and ensure procedures are followed
• Work occasional nights and weekends to support planned work and other activities as dictated by the project roll-out programme
• Travel to other Arqiva sites, along with supplier and customer premises as required, which may involve international travel

Skills/Competencies

• Good understanding of Broadcast systems engineering, including testing and measurement techniques
• Knowledge of satellite earth station installations, construction and testing
• Must be able to respond at short notice to operational demands
• Must be able to work as part of a small team, and be able to take on responsibility for delivering solutions in a pressured environment

Technical knowledge, Experience & Qualifications:

• Experience of operational processes and procedures, and an understanding of customer expectations
• Experience of leading a team and providing supervision of contractors
• Experience of fault diagnosis on broadcast systems and the able to offer advice to operational teams
• Good knowledge of Broadcast and Satellite systems with a formal qualification preferred
• Familiarity with the Broadcast operations environment
• Familiarity with Visio or CAD drawing packages
• Ability to use Broadcast test equipment
• Clean driving licence

Personal Qualities: