Broadcast Field Technician Apprenticeship Full Time

About the role:
As an Apprentice you will provide design, build, operational and maintenance support to a range of broadcast and telecommunications systems and networks across the operational region.

In order to complete our maintenance schedules, this role requires individuals to work outside in all weathers, attend isolated, rural hilltop locations and work alone on a regular basis.

The working week is 8:30-17:00pm, Monday to Friday. There is a requirement to work outside normal hours including weekends and nights where necessary to provide either planned or corrective maintenance and upon completion of training, you will be required to be rostered to be on call as part of our second line service response.

Who you will be working for:
You’ll join a team dedicated to service excellence .

Arqiva is a leading UK communications infrastructure and media services provider dedicated to connecting people wherever they are through the delivery of TV, radio, mobile and the Internet of Things ( IoT ).

We are an independent provider of telecom towers, with circa 8,000 active sites across Great Britain, and are also the only supplier of national terrestrial television and radio broadcasting services in the UK. Our advanced networks support the exponential growth of connected devices and the ever-increasing demand for data from smartphones to tablets, connected TVs, smart meters, cars and medical devices.

Customers include major UK and international broadcasters such as the BBC, ITV, Sky Plc., Turner Broadcasting, the independent radio groups, major telco providers , including the UK’s four mobile network operators , and energy and water companies.

For more information, news and insights from Arqi va , please visit the website at www.arqiva.com

What will I do? Complete corrective maintenance, demonstrating ability to identify faults and take action to rectify the issue. Conduct planned maintenance in line with company procedures and standards across a range of TV, Radio and telecommunication networks. Assist our national project team to install, commission and upgrade new or existing broadcast systems. Complete accurate and concise technical reports in line with Arqiva , customer and ISO Quality system requirements. Use, maintain and secure a range of test equipment, identifying right equipment for job, conducting tests to standard and demonstrating ability to interpret results. Maintain, repair and configure electronic and mechanical broadcast/telecommunication equipment. Ensure accurate records and logs are maintained Identify opportunities to improve service, process or systems

Who are you?

You will need to be able to demonstrate: an interest in technology and engineering an ability and willingness to take the initiative and seek continuous improvement drive for results ability to work as a team worker or alone Good time management and organisational skills Analytical and problem solving Verbal and written communication skills Competent user of common IT systems (MS Office) Good practical, manual skills

Ent r y Requirements: at least five GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C or above including Maths , English and either IT or Science a minimum of two A l evels (or equivalent) preferably one of which should be in Maths , IT or Science a full, valid UK driving licence

What qualifications will I get?

As an Arqiva apprentice, you’ll combine on-the-job experience with formal, accredited training to gain the knowledge and skills you’ll need for a role and career within our fast moving and dynamic business. Your qualifications will include:  Foundation Degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering  Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals Level 4 Diploma

You will also receive a wide range of specific job training to enable you to fulfil your role such as rooftop safety, first aid, electrica l safety , trailer driving licence and various transmitter systems and networks .

For individuals with drive and ambition, our programme offers a great opportunity to work for an ambitious, ma r ket leading company that values its people and the contributions they make.

Working Week

8:30-17:00pm, Monday to Friday.

There is a requirement to work outside normal hours including weekends and nights where necessary to provide either planned or corrective maintenance and upon completion of training, you will be required to be rostered to be on call as part of our second line service response.

Future Prospects

Upon satisfactory completion of their apprentice programme, apprentices will have the opportunity to progress into our Regional Operations teams as Field Technicians and from there towards Engineer status. Other opportunities will also exist for individuals prepared to be flexible and relocate where necessary.

Things to Consider

In order to complete our maintenance schedules, this role requires individuals to work outside in all weathers, attend isolated, rural hilltop locations and work alone on a regular basis.

About PDS apprenticeships:
PDS is a leading IT and Business apprenticeship consultancy that helps companies set up high quality, award-winning apprenticeships. We are passionate about apprenticeships because they give you the training you need to become a motivated, skilled employee who can make a difference to the company you work for.

If you’d like more information on PDS apprenticeships please visit our website http://www.pds-group.co.uk/apprenticeships/

Do you need more information?

If you have any questions please call us on 01672 861900, or drop us an email at careers @pds-group.co.uk

Note: This advert may close early if suitable candidates are found before the advertised close date is reached.