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Job Title: Wireless Surveying Engineer
Location:Nationwide (Travel & Overnight Stays Required)
Rate: Daily Rate - Expected weekly £750.00 - £1600 per week. Van Fuel Tools etc all supplied
Job Type: Contract
Start Date: September 25
We’re looking for a skilled and safety-conscious Wireless Surveying Engineer to join our telecoms infrastructure team. This is a field-based role involving national travel and climbing of telecom masts, rooftops, and towers to conduct RF surveys, line-of-sight (LoS) tests, and site audits for wireless network deployments (5G/LTE/microwave).
You’ll play a vital role in supporting mobile network operators, equipment vendors, and infrastructure providers in designing and maintaining next-generation wireless networks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct site surveys on rooftops, towers, and greenfield sites to assess suitability for wireless infrastructure
- Perform Line-of-Sight (LoS), RF signal strength, and microwave path testing
- Capture and document data including photos, GPS coordinates, and environmental details
- Generate accurate survey reports using industry-standard software (e.g. Google Earth Pro, Pathloss, iBwave)
- Liaise with project managers, design teams, and health & safety representatives
- Always comply with all working at height and RF safety procedures
- Use handheld tools and equipment (e.g. laser rangefinders, GPS devices, signal meters)
- Travel across the UK with occasional overnight stays
Requirements:
Essential
- Proven experience working at height on masts, towers, or rooftops
- Valid Tower Climber / Rooftop Access / Rescue Training (MATS/Arqiva-approved)
- RF Awareness Certificate
- Emergency First Aid at Work
- Working at Height Medical Certificate (Fit-to-Work)
- Strong awareness of telecoms safety standards and best practices
- Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable
- IPAF (3a/3b) and/or PASMA
- Experience with Pathloss, iBwave, or equivalent survey software
- Familiarity with 4G/5G/RF propagation principles
- Drone survey experience (GVC/A2 CofC)
- Security Clearance (or eligibility)
