Radio Transmission Engineer at Hoop Telecoms

Job Purpose

• The Radio Transmission Engineer is responsible for planning, installing, maintaining, and optimizing radio transmission networks to ensure seamless connectivity and service quality for Hoop Telecoms Limited clients. The role ensures high availability of the radio network, supports fault resolution, and contributes to service expansion and performance improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Network Planning & Implementation

• Plan, design, and execute radio transmission links (microwave, point-to-point, and point-to-multipoint).
• Conduct site surveys for new installations and prepare technical reports.
• Install, configure, and integrate radio transmission equipment and accessories.

Operations & Maintenance

• Perform routine preventive and corrective maintenance on transmission equipment.
• Monitor link performance and ensure minimal downtime.
• Troubleshoot and resolve transmission faults within agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

Optimization & Quality Assurance

• Ensure optimal capacity, coverage, and quality of radio links.
• Carry out performance monitoring and link budget analysis.
• Recommend and implement system upgrades for efficiency and scalability.

Technical Support & Documentation

• Provide technical support to the Service Management team and customers when required.
• Maintain updated documentation of transmission links, equipment inventory, and maintenance logs.
• Assist in preparing network reports and performance statistics for management.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with Hoop Telecoms’ engineering standards, procedures, and health & safety policies.
• Adhere to industry regulations and guidelines during installation and maintenance.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience as a Radio Transmission Engineer or in a similar telecommunications role.
• Strong knowledge of radio transmission systems, microwave technology, and network infrastructure.
• Proficiency in using tools for link planning and performance monitoring.
• Familiarity with telecom standards, safety procedures, and SLA management.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and report-writing skills.

Competencies

• Technical expertise in RF and transmission systems.
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Customer-oriented mindset with a focus on service quality.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and travel to sites when required.