RSGB ETCC volunteer vacancy

After the sad loss of Bob Wilkinson, G3VVT, the RSGB’s Emerging Technology Co-ordinating Committee (ETCC) is looking for a volunteer to act as Regional Representative for the North of England region.

The function of ETCC is to assist amateurs seeking to operate repeaters, gateways or beacons within the United Kingdom. Under the new licence rules, amateurs who wish to do this, must demonstrate that they have taken steps to ensure no other services will be adversely affected. Also, in frequency bands which are shared with non-amateur services, there can be a need to obtain clearance from the Primary User.

The responsibilities of the volunteer will include assessment of the frequency and power level to ensure the non-interference compliance is met. This will provide a Frequency Assessment Certificate to satisfy Ofcom that interference potential has been addressed. Local knowledge of the area is very useful in this process.

The successful applicant for the ETCC position will have a broad experience of radio system engineering, analogue and digital modes, local topography, propagation theory and a helpful disposition towards applicants, who may require guidance with their project.

Proven experience in land mobile, and associated fields, with a practical understanding of difficulties with co-located transmitters and receivers, would be a considerable advantage.

If you’re interested in this role, please email the ETCC Chair Andrew Barrett, G8DOR by 30 June: etcc.chairman@rsgb.org.uk 

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