Dez Watson
About Dez Watson
Dez Watson serves as the Operations Manager for England West at Ofcom, specializing in the identification of transmission systems and managing interference issues on a national and international scale. With extensive experience and advanced technical skills, Watson has contributed to safety-of-life services for 20 years.
Work at Ofcom
Dez Watson has been employed at Ofcom as the Operations Manager for England West since 2004. Based in Birmingham, England, he has accumulated 20 years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include overseeing operations related to radio transmission systems and addressing interference issues. Watson plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining the integrity of communication services.
Technical Expertise in Transmission Systems
Watson specializes in identifying transmission systems using various tools, including radio receivers, software, frequency measurement, and direction-finding equipment. His expertise extends to handling interference issues on both national and international levels. He provides 24-hour coverage for interference affecting safety-of-life services, ensuring that critical communications remain operational.
Education and Qualifications
Watson's educational background includes studies at Walsall Technical College, where he completed a course in Radio and Television Servicing, achieving City & Guilds certification from 1987 to 1989. He also attended Friary Grange from 1981 to 1986 and Christ Church Primary from 1975 to 1981. His formal education has equipped him with the foundational knowledge necessary for his technical career.
International Liaison and Cooperation
In his role, Watson liaises with foreign administrations to facilitate cooperation in investigating and eliminating radio interference. This collaboration is essential for addressing cross-border interference issues and ensuring effective communication across different jurisdictions.
Use of Advanced Monitoring Equipment
Watson utilizes advanced monitoring equipment, including Remote Monitoring Direction Finding (RMDF), Timed Distance of Arrival (TDOA), and trailer-mounted Digital Direction Finding (DDF). These tools enable him to monitor specified frequency bands effectively and evaluate investigation results using technical reference documentation such as the ITU Radio Regulations and the National Frequency Register.