Job summary We are looking for a Wireless Specialist to join our Digital Services team at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. You will be responsible for developing and implementing the Wireless network strategy and roadmap, aligning with the health board's vision and objectives. You will lead the design, installation, configuration, testing, and optimisation of the Wireless network, ensuring high availability, performance, and security. Working for the NHS, you are part of the biggest employer in Wales, where there is plenty of opportunity to make a difference. We offer: A competitive salary Band 7 £44,398 - £50,807 (Pay award increase of 5.5% pending, due November).NHS pension - 23.7% employer contribution.28 days annual leave rising to 34 with years' service.A supportive and collaborative work environment, where you will be part of a team of data and voice engineers and technicians, providing specialist guidance, support, and cross training.A commitment to your professional development and career progression, with opportunities to gain professional certification and further education.A chance to make a difference in the NHS, and to contribute to the well-being of the communities we serve.Options to purchase up to 10 days annual leave.Flexible / hybrid working arrangements between site and home.Progression opportunities as the role and team develop.Market leading staff well-being support.Leadership development opportunities.Employee Assistance programme. Main duties of the job Act as a lead specialist in Wireless. Working on a large digital transformation project. Jointly develop and implement the data network strategy and roadmap, aligning with the health board's vision and objectives. Lead the lifecycle design, installation, configuration, testing, assurance, and optimization of the wireless network, ensuring high availability, performance, and security through to safe disposal. Manage the data network operations, including monitoring, reporting, troubleshooting, and incident resolution. Lead and co-ordinate wireless network projects. He/She will deputise for the Head of Voice and Data during periods of absence. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We live by our core values: We listen, learn and improve We treat everyone with respect We all work together as one team We are a proud local employer; around 80% of our 15000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve. Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,840 to £53,602 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 110-AC418-1024 Job locations Williamstown Information Hub Williamstown CF40 1AG Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Person Specification Qualifications / Knowledge Essential Relevant BSc Degree or equivalent experience, with evidence of specialist knowledge to the equivalent of post graduate diploma level, acquired through training and experience. Desirable Professional certification in data network engineering, such as CCNA, CWNA, CWSP, CWDP, or CWAP Experience Essential Experience in data network engineering, including design, installation, configuration, testing, optimization, and troubleshooting Experience in leading and co-ordinating data network projects Desirable Experience in data network engineering in the health care sector, or in a large and complex organization Person Specification Qualifications / Knowledge Essential Relevant BSc Degree or equivalent experience, with evidence of specialist knowledge to the equivalent of post graduate diploma level, acquired through training and experience. Desirable Professional certification in data network engineering, such as CCNA, CWNA, CWSP, CWDP, or CWAP Experience Essential Experience in data network engineering, including design, installation, configuration, testing, optimization, and troubleshooting Experience in leading and co-ordinating data network projects Desirable Experience in data network engineering in the health care sector, or in a large and complex organization Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Address Williamstown Information Hub Williamstown CF40 1AG Employer's website https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)