The document provides a summary of Stephen Sandeman's contact information, professional profile, skills, qualifications, and work experience. It outlines his 10+ years of experience in telecommunications projects, leadership skills, and technical expertise in areas such as network design, satellite communications, and wireless technologies. His career history includes roles installing and maintaining communication networks for various companies.

1. Mr Stephen Sandeman
Address 108 Roworth Road Middlesbrough TS39PJ
Telephone 01642 273096
Mobile 07453 890216
Email stephensandeman41@hotmail.co.uk
Profile
Seasoned and an astute security cleared senior telecommunications professional, with 10+ years of
progressive experience in leading professional teams to construct high end complex data networks,
managing projects from concept to completion, managing change, network planning, acquisition
management, and deploying satellite communications. Customer-focused professional, expert in
leading and contributing to projects designed to enhance system functionality and end-user
productivity. Acknowledged for capacity to tackle challenging issues, analyse viable alternatives, and
provide innovative solutions that reside well within clients' financial and time frameworks.
Key Skills
 A sound technical understanding in systems management enabling me to maximize
technology definition, selection, purchasing, implementation and management.
 Participative leader, superior trouble-shooter, and persuasive communicator.
 Intuitive and analytical, assessing complex enterprise issues and developing strategies for
quick resolution.
 Involved in enhancing productivity, coordinating the access and use of shared information,
and increasing efficiency and protecting profitability through cost reduction.
 Installation, configuration and maintenance of information and communications networks in
difficult and varied conditions to rigid deadlines
 Well organised, disciplined and motivated, instilling confidence in senior management and
team members
 Experienced in all radio transmissions techniques across the frequency spectrum including
radio theory and fault diagnosis
 Security clearance up to DV since 2016
 Network Rollout, &, Maintenance, of Various, PDH/SDH Microwave Equipment.
 Network Rollout, &, Maintenance, of Broadband/Wireless Network Equipment.
 Ability to carry out Pre-start Client Visits, PIV Surveys, LOS Surveys.
 Ability to Lead, Train, help, and Support, Team Colleagues.
 BT Accreditations A8,A9,A12,A15,C4,D1,E1,E4,F5,F7,G2,P5 and N6
 NRWSA unit 2
 Working at heights level 3

2. Technical Skills
 VSAT/TVRO/TSGT/DSGT | PICO/FEMTO/MICRO/MACRO Cells
 BTS Installations
 Air Magnet Survey Planning Tools
 4G/LTE Optimization, 3G/UTMS Optimization, 2G/GSM Optimization
 Trunk Networks
 FDMA/TDMA/CDMA/OFDMA
 RF Surveying
 IP Network Designs, Communication Topologies
 LAN/WAN Networks
 WIFI / WIMAX Networks
 QPSK , Tetra Technologies, Huawei Technologies, Ruckus wireless
 DTV660 , TVU-D665, DMB670 , Maxiva VAX and UAX (+ compact class)
 DTL10/DM3000, NEC DTU31 NEC DTV-40
 Use of following test equipment, Network Analyser R&S ZNB4 Network Analyser
Agilent E5071C Spectrum Analyser R&S FSW8 and FSU3 ETL TV Analyser R&S
ETL and EFA Oscilloscope R&S RTO Oscilloscope Tektronix TDS3052B MPG2
Measurement Decoder R&S DVMD Power Sensor R&S NRP-Z91

3. Career History
PCP Installation Engineer ITL_ Aug 16_ Present
Providing BT and Openreach a professional installation to upgrade pcp cabs including upgrades to
fibre and commissioning of pcps
Aerial and Satellite Engineer Campbell and Kennedy_ Jan 16_ Aug 16
Providing customers a professional resolution to the customers including aerial and satellite
installation to multi points in both private and commercial properties resolving 4G LTE Interference
with the use of filters and promax RF meters
Engineer for Kelly Communications on behalf of BT Openreach_ Sept 15-Jan 16
Providing customers a professional resolution to the customers including overhead and underground
copper lines for various telephone and broadband provisions fully accredited by BT Openreach
Aerial and Satellite Engineer _ Mar 15- Sept 15
Providing customers a professional resolution to the customers including aerial and satellite
installation to multi points in both private and commercial properties also wall mounting of tv’s
Systems Engineer – Stanley Security Solutions Jun 14- March 15
Providing service and installations of Blick Paging Systems including minder and bodyguard for
NHS Trusts across the UK down to component level. Including tait transmitters and plc config
On customers pc’s
Studying Post Graduate Certificate in Radio and Wireless Engineering Oct 13 – May 14
Including Project Management syllabus and advanced wireless
Designing the New Network Rollout, Carrying Out MSV’s, Rigging Surveys, Re-Designing Cell Sites
from Original CAD Drawings, implementing New Solutions, for Implementation of the following
Technology, Within The UK, for the 4G Network Technology/Frequencies,
L800/U900/G900/G1800/U2100/L2600. Rigging Of RF450/550/650, Re-Terminating, Cutting Back
Running New RF Feeders, for Relevant Vendors, Rigging of Face-Frames, Feeder Management, &,
Required Steelwork to support the New Range of Antennas, using Diplexers/Tri-Plexers, &, New
Combiner Racks to Combine the Required Frequencies, for Vodafone/O2 Site Share, While advising
on relevant Equipment to Use within the Confines of The H&S Directive.
Systems Engineer – ITS Ltd May 13 – Oct 13
Providing vision systems for the pharmaceutical and automotive and food production industry
including supporting documentation and validation reports. Installation, &,Commissioning for a Variety
of clients such as, Vodafone, Siae, &, Ericsson, on the T-Mobile MBNL, BEP2, &, MLL Contracts.
PIV/LOS, T-Mobile, Vodafone, Completion, &, Hot Cut Over, Investigation, &, Rectification.
Aerial and Satellite Engineer – AVC May 12 – Dec 12
Providing customer support for the digital switchover in the north east of England and Ireland
including:
The installation of DTV transmission equipment and components to scope, schedule, budget and

4. quality.
Testing, retuning and commissioning of broadcast DTV Equipment’s ( Low Power to 1 kW, High
power to 7.5kW)
Completion of commissioning reports and operation of test equipment
Ensure a safe environment for all personnel.
Installation of DTV equipment and if necessary aerial and satellite upgrades at customers properties.
HM Forces – Royal Corps of Signals Dec 85 – Mar 12
Telecommunications Operator
Detachment commander of communications vehicle providing data and analogue communications for
staff officers within all areas of operations including Northern Ireland, Balkan States and the Far East.
Effectively manages change, and utilizes available resources to plan and implement multiple building
solutions for secure telephone and packet data networks over microwave links to area switching
centers.
Highly instrumental in coordinating remote platforms and enhancing the 2G & 3G connectivity for
isolated mobile workforces.
Proficient in VSAT and TVRO systems used within maritime industry
A visionary contributing significant impact to cost reduction and profit maximization through innovative
technology, design, architecture development, planning, excellent operating standards and
procedures, and reliable infrastructure development.
Professional Training
Post Graduate Certificate Wireless and Radio Engineering
Aerial and satellite installations
Health and safety officer
Unit post orderly
Unit life guard
First Aid At Height
RF Awareness
Rooftop Safety
Work Site Risk Assessment
NSI4-Pylon Trained For Installation Of Works (Out Of Date).
Security Cleared to Work On All Police & M.O.D Sites
Unit health and water duties
Education
Harris Academy, Dundee 1980 – 1985 7 o'levels
Post Graduate Certificate in 4G and Wireless Communications.
Accredited by Wolverhampton University
Personal
Date of Birth: 05 June 1969
Marital Status: Married
Dependents: Yes
Nationality: British
Eligible to work in the UK: Yes
Driving Licence: Yes
Interests:
Reading, spending time with family, cooking, swimming
References
Available on request