Radio Frequency Engineer

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Monitor the existing radio frequency network and ensure maximum availability, with minimum downtime.
• Maintain, repair and upgrade the existing radio frequency network, of high sites and repeater sites.
• In consultation with the Network Planning Personnel, identify areas where RF coverage is inadequate and commission new sites in these areas.
• Manage an effective preventative maintenance plan, pertaining specifically to the radio frequency network.
• Install, maintain, repair, and upgrade the network of telemetry field units, used to tests customer’s vehicles.
• Manage an effective inventory control system, relating specifically to the various components of the radio frequency network
• Manage configuration control and engineering change procedures and documentation.
• Manage all fixed assets relating to the network and ensure that they are maintained in a serviceable condition at all times.
• Ensure that any work carried-out to the radio frequency network is completed in the most cost-effective manner.
• Liaise with internal / external customers on issues pertaining to the radio frequency network.
• Assist with new developments and modifications, pertaining to the radio frequency network.

REQUIREMENTS

• National Diploma, Higher National Diploma or a B-Tech Degree (Electrical Engineering – light current).
• Minimum of five years’ work experience, obtained within a telecommunications environment.
• Technical knowledge, relating specifically to RF systems, communication systems and antennas.
• Possess good fault finding and analytical skills.
• Possess good administrative skills.
• Be prepared to travel.
• Be computer literate (Linux, MS Windows, MS Office) and a self-starter.
• Fall Arrest certification would be advantageous.