Transmission Engineer

Job Title:
TRANSMISSION ENGINEER 
Job Number:
HR-TE-05-2013 
Job Type:
Full Time 
Number of Openings:
Relocation:
Location:

Opportunity:

Nation Media Group is the largest independent media house in East and Central Africa with operations in print, broadcast and digital media. It attracts and serves unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda. We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated Engineer who will report to the Technical Manager with the responsibility of ensuring quality transmission and reception of Nation Media Group’s radio and television stations.


Key responsibilities:
  • Plans preventive maintenance for approval and implements the approved schedules;
  • Carries out corrective maintenance on the transmission equipment during breakdown ensuring that all broadcast stations are on air for 24/7/365;
  • Recommends ways and means of improving efficiency (improvement maintenance) of utilisation of existing transmitter equipment at all the stations;
  • Coordinates new projects in transmitter stations. This includes coordination with and management of contractors;
  • Continuously monitors the radio and television signals with a view to resolving any transmission problems arising thereof;
  • Predicts and ensure proper stock level of spares required;
  • 24/7 availability to attend to emergencies;
  • Working independently with little or no supervision to achieve the set targets for maximum turn around for resolution of complaints & faults.

Required Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in telecommunications/electronics + IT or diploma from a Communication Institute/Electronics + IT;
  • At least 3 years’ technical experience preferably in broadcasting;
  • Knowledge of both Radio & TV Transmitter systems;
  • Knowledge of satellite (SCPC & VSAT)  systems;
  • Must haveexcellent analytical, inter-personal and communication skills.
This position offers excellent career growth opportunity and a competitive remuneration package. If you meet the above criteria, apply online at http://careers.nationmedia.com  before 31st May 2013
Only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted.

Benefits:
Dental Insurance, Paid Sick Leave, Profit Sharing, Bonus Plan 


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