At a Glance
- Tasks: Investigate and resolve radio spectrum interference while gaining hands-on engineering experience.
- Company: Join Ofcom, a leader in managing the UK's civil radio spectrum.
- Benefits: Fully funded degree apprenticeship, competitive salary, and flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: Dynamic field-based role with opportunities for travel and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on communication systems while developing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Passion for radio engineering and willingness to learn; BEng (Hons) in Engineering preferred.
The predicted salary is between 18000 - 25000 £ per year.
- Overview
- Closing
Group: Spectrum Group.
Management
Level: Apprentice.
Job
Type: Fixed Term.
This is a field-based role covering the South of England.
Regular travel is required.
The successful candidate will attend the Baldock office approximately once per month for team meetings, training and development activities, and will participate in the apprenticeship elements at Birmingham City University.
About the Team
Ofcom’s Spectrum Assurance Team is part of Spectrum Group’s operational team.
The team aims to keep the spectrum free from interference and to manage spectrum appropriately.
The radio spectrum supports mobile networks, wireless devices, and critical services; it underpins how we communicate and access information daily.
Purpose of the Role
Opportunity to apply radio engineering skills while managing the UK’s civil radio spectrum.
As an Apprentice Spectrum Engineering Officer (ASEO), you will deliver high-quality spectrum assurance, supporting the statutory duties to protect and manage the UK’s civil radio spectrum.
The role combines technical expertise, problem-solving and investigative work to identify and resolve issues affecting spectrum users.
As part of the apprenticeship, you will complete a fully funded Broadcast and Media Systems Engineer (Integrated Degree Apprenticeship) BEng (Hons) from Birmingham City University.
You will collaborate with Ofcom’s radio and telecoms stakeholders to investigate and resolve harmful interference cases, including issues that can affect safety-of-life systems and everyday services.
You will gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art radio measurement equipment and real-time spectrum analysis tools, supported by relevant regulatory legislation.
Comprehensive training will be provided to develop the skills needed for success.
- Your key responsibilities
- Investigate and resolve interference cases by working on cases from the Spectrum Management Centre; locate sources of interference and ensure timely resolution.
- Provide advice and enforcement support to spectrum users and, when necessary, take enforcement action to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Proactively monitor and investigate spectrum use; identify and address unlicensed or improper use to keep UK services on the air.
- Manage the radio spectrum within your region; conduct fieldwork to monitor, inspect and investigate spectrum use, ensuring services operate legally and efficiently.
Skills, knowledge and experience
- Core Skills
- Evaluating problems: identify and solve issues using structured approaches and considering multiple solutions.
- Executing plans: organise tasks, manage resources, and track progress.
- Embracing change: stay flexible and adapt to shifts.
- Forming relationships: build positive relationships inside and outside the organisation.
- Articulating ideas: communicate clearly and concisely.
- Pursuing growth: engage in self-reflection to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- To thrive in this role you will need
- Passion for radio spectrum and engineering; pursuing or holding a BEng (Hons) in Engineering as part of the apprenticeship.
- Technical and legal aptitude; willingness to develop understanding of radio engineering and legal case management (full training provided).
- Hands-on and practical experience; readiness to work within an operational team using specialist spectrum equipment while following governance and safety practices.
- Flexibility and mobility; open to UK-wide travel and committed to obtaining a full UK driving licence by December 2027.
- Proactive and growth-oriented; self-motivated, receptive to feedback, and able to escalate issues when needed.
- Collaboration and digital confidence; a team player who aligns with Ofcom values, IT-savvy and adaptable to new systems.
- Diversity, inclusion and recruitment
Inclusive hiring is part of Ofcom’s commitment.
We welcome colleagues of all backgrounds, identities and experiences and support flexible working arrangements where possible.
If you need adjustments or information in a different format, contact resourcing@ofcom. org. uk or 0330 912 1378.
We are a Disability Confident Leader and provide guaranteed interviews for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
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Apprentice, Spectrum Engineer Officer in Baldock employer: COM1000 Office of Communications
Ofcom is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity for aspiring engineers to develop their skills in a supportive and inclusive environment. With comprehensive training, hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology, and a commitment to employee growth through a fully funded apprenticeship at Birmingham City University, you will thrive in a culture that values collaboration and innovation. Located in the South of England, this field-based role allows for dynamic work experiences while contributing to the vital management of the UK’s civil radio spectrum.
Contact Details:
COM1000 Office of Communications Recruitment Team
