Telecommunications Engineer
Job Description
Structured Cabling Engineer (Data & Fibre)
Levels Available: Level 1, 2, or 3 (based on experience)
Location: UK-wide (travel required)
Hours: 07:30–16:30, 40 hours/week
Salary: £33,000–£38,000 (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Permanent Holiday: 22 days + bank holidays
The Role
Seeking dependable, enthusiastic engineers to join a growing delivery team. You'll work on internal and external copper and fibre cabling installations, deploying containment systems and maintaining high standards across varied environments—offices, manufacturing plants, construction sites, and data centres.
Responsibilities
Level 1
- Install, terminate, and test Cat6/Cat6a and fibre cabling
- Deploy containment (conduit, trunking, tray, basket)
- Diagnose faults in structured cabling systems
- Install Wi-Fi access points, UPS units, and AV equipment
- Follow safety protocols and complete documentation
Level 2/3 (Senior)
- Create/manage risk assessments and method statements
- Oversee project delivery and deadlines
- Conduct site surveys and produce technical documentation
- Liaise with clients and manage updates
- Recommend solutions and support change control
Requirements
Essential
- CSCS/ECS site card
- Full UK driving licence
- IPAF/PASMA training
- Strong understanding of structured cabling (data & fibre)
- Able to work independently and in a team
- Good communication and customer-facing skills
- Flexible, organised, and detail-oriented
Desirable
- SC Clearance (or ability to obtain)
- 3+ years’ experience in structured cabling
- CNET CNCI qualification
- Experience in defence, manufacturing, or data centre environments
- Knowledge of JSP453 and TEMPEST/Security regulations
Benefits
- Company vehicle
- Workplace pension (4% employer contribution)
- Life assurance (3x salary)
- 24/7 GP access
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Eye test & glasses contribution
- Flu vaccinations
- Ongoing training & career progression