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# Cabling Engineer

- **Company:** ROC
- **Location:** Aldermaston, UK
- **Salary:** £30,000.0 - £33,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Cabling, Network Architecture, Network Switches
- **Published:** July 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=300a8ca12206f94f

## About the Role

We're looking for individuals who combine technical expertise with a customer-focused attitude and a commitment to delivering exceptional results.

Essential Skills & Experience

 * Proven experience installing and terminating structured copper cabling (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A)
 * Experience testing and certifying cabling installations using Fluke testing equipment
 * Strong understanding of containment systems, including steel and PVC solutions
 * Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and installation plans
 * Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
 * Strong communication and teamwork skills
 * Full UK driving licence
 * Eligibility to obtain Security Check (SC) and Developed Vetting (DV) clearance

Desirable Skills

 * Fibre optic installation, termination, and testing experience
 * OTDR testing knowledge and experience
 * Experience working in secure, enterprise, or mission-critical environments
 * ECS/CSCS card holder

## Description

As our project portfolio continues to grow, we're looking for talented Data Cabling Installation Engineers to join our expanding Installation Services team. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality network infrastructure, take pride in your workmanship, and enjoy working on varied projects nationwide, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Data Cabling Installation Engineer, you'll play a key role in the delivery of structured cabling and network infrastructure projects for a diverse range of clients. Working alongside experienced engineers and project teams, you'll help ensure installations are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

 * Install and configure network cabinets and communications racks
 * Build and install primary and secondary containment systems
 * Install, terminate, test, certify, and label Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6A structured cabling systems
 * Carry out fibre optic and copper cabling installations
 * Install and patch network switches and associated infrastructure
 * Perform testing and fault-finding activities using industry-standard equipment
 * Maintain accurate installation documentation and test results
 * Ensure all work is completed in accordance with industry standards, project specifications, and customer expectations
 * Adhere to health, safety, and quality procedures at all times


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