Consultancy Services
Your one-stop-shop for radio solutions services
Because running New Zealand's largest mobile radio networks requires a lot of technical expertise, we've gathered together a team that knows just about all there is to know about radio systems engineering. We've also built up valuable relationships with a number of suppliers and business partners - which means we are able to provide a one-stop-shop for radio solutions projects in New Zealand.
Bring us your radio project – large or small – and we will sort it out for you.
We are up to date on the latest technological advances; we'll select the best
specialists for the job, and thanks to our access to an international supply chain for the technologies required, we can manage the development and upgrade of
any radio system project.
Our Team
We couldn't do what we do without our dedicated team of radio experts. Whether it's good, old-fashioned years of experience, or those with up-to-the minute university training, our Consultancy Services Team have the right blend of experience and knowledge that makes them a formidable force when working on radio solutions of any size. And if we can't do it in-house, we have relationships with the right people to ensure the efficient and cost-effective delivery of any project.
Ian MacDonald, Spectrum and Deployment Manager
Key area of expertise:
Radio frequency engineering, planning and licensing.
With more than 45 years experience in radio, Ian's knowledge of the industry is almost second-to-none. He's up to date with new and emerging technologies and is always focused on how best to apply them for maximum benefit for radio services.
Bruce Harding, Chief Technology Officer
Key area of expertise:
Systems engineering, site management, property negotiation and strategic planning.
Bruce started working on radio at the Post Office on the same day as Ian MacDonald. His 45 years of experience across a wide range of radio technologies means he's learned not to over-engineer a project – his focus is on simplifying complex solutions.
Louise Hunton, General Manager - Engineering
Key area of expertise:
Team management / project management
Louise has been with TeamTalk since 2004, coming to us from the British Army, where she gained valuable experience in setting up and running radio services. Her strength is in building great relationships with our customers and managing the implementation of projects both large and small.
Peter Faulkner-Ball, Network Specialist
Key area of expertise:
Data/IP networking, core network management
With TeamTalk since the early days, Peter has extensive experience in IP network engineering and design across a wide range of technologies. Specialising in core network management technologies, his focus is on ensuring optimum network performance and availability.
Robin Francis, Customer Engineer
Key area of expertise:
Radio Communications – From HF to microwave
Robin's lifetime of radio began in the United Kingdom 40 years ago. He's worked with every medium of radio communications and delivers no-nonsense, practical radio solutions.
Timur Khaziev, ICT (Radio) Engineer
Key area of expertise:
Engineering
Timur joined us directly from completing his Master's Degree in Radio Physics in Russia and brings a passion for radio with him. Timur is responsible for designing our customer-specific and network radio projects, providing solutions to customer requirements and supervising the engineering side of the build.
Michelle Key, Engineering Works Coordinator
Key area of expertise:
Project Coordinating
Michelle's background in administration set her up perfectly to slot into her role with TeamTalk, which finds her coordinating our engineering projects - from site builds and network upgrades to managing suppliers and equipment.
Our capabilities
Engineering Services
- Radio system engineering (fixed & mobile)
- System design (VHF and UHF)
- Frequency planning, licence application and licence certification
- Detailed network system design
- Link performance measurement and commissioning
- Performance / coverage predictions
- Feasibility studies
Solutions Design
- Disaster Recovery
- Emergency communications
- Health and Safety applications
- Telemetry
- Dispatch services
- Solar power systems
Implementation, installation & commissioning
- Project management
- Resource consent applications
- Antenna specification design and placement
- Locations selection
- Site build
- System commissioning and performance measurement
- Post installation support and maintenance
- Fault resolution
Case Study
TeamTalk played a critical role in Ambulance New Zealand's extensive upgrade to their communications network - See case study (pdf 720KB).
Contact us
For all consultancy Services enquiries, please contact Louise Hunton on 0800 101 900,
or email her at lhunton@teamtalk.co.nz.