Radio Frequency Network Engineer (Gqeberha - Port Elizabeth)
Listing reference: track_001155
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 24 January 2024
Position summary
Industry: IT & Internet
Job category: Others: IT and Telecommunication
Location: Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
Tracker requires the services of a Radio Frequency Network Engineer in our Product Performance Department. We require a diligent and driven individual, who can be a part of a high performing team.
Job description
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.
Minimum 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.