Network Infrastructure Engineer

We undertake a wide range of commercial projects across the UK, installing and maintaining copper and fibre-optic network infrastructure across a variety of sites.

Due to the business working on sites all over the UK, working away is and will be an ongoing requirement.

The Role

As a Network Infrastructure Cabling Engineer, you will be involved in the installation, termination, testing and fault-finding of structured cabling systems.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Installation of Cat 5e, Cat 6 and Cat 6A structured cabling systems
• Installation and splicing of fibre-optic cabling (multimode and singlemode)
• Installation of containment i.e. conduit, trunking, tray and basket
• Installation of network cabinets
• Fluke testing of copper and fibre cabling
• Identifying and resolving cabling faults
• Reading drawings, specifications and cable schedules
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and health & safety
• Completing installation and testing documentation
• Working as part of a team and, where appropriate, taking responsibility for individual projects

• SSSTS or SMSTS
• Network infrastructure design
• Network equipment installation and configuration
• Project Management
• Estimating and surveying

We are looking for someone who is willing to learn, takes pride in their work and wants to take the next step in their career., Ideally, you will have experience in structured network cabling, particularly:

• Cat 5e / Cat 6 / Cat 6A installation
• Copper termination and testing
• Fibre installation
• Fibre testing/splicing experience is desirable
• Experience working on commercial sites
• Ability to read drawings and understand cable routes
• Good attention to detail
• Good communication skills
• Professional approach when dealing with customers and other contractors

Also, hold the following:

• Full clean UK driving licence
• ECS or CSCS card

Industry qualifications and manufacturer certifications are advantageous but not essential.

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone with the right attitude and ambition to progress., * Reliable and hardworking

• Keen to learn new skills
• Able to work away
• Interested in technology and network infrastructure
• Proud of the quality of your work
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Willing to take responsibility
• Customer-focused
• Ambitious and interested in progressing into a more senior position

If you are currently a cabling engineer and feel you’ve reached a point where you want more responsibility, more technical knowledge and a genuine career path, we’d like to hear from you.

• Permanent, full-time position
• Competitive salary based on experience (£27k to £40k)
• Employee of the month scheme
• Company pension
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Training and development opportunities
• Support towards relevant industry qualifications and certifications
• Clear opportunities for career progression
• Opportunity to develop into a senior/lead engineering role
• Overtime opportunities
• Company vehicle for work purposes only
• Company-provided tools and equipment
• Uniform and PPE
• A varied working environment - no two projects are necessarily the same
• Supportive team environment
• The opportunity to become a key member of a growing business

The Person

We’re not simply looking for someone who can install a cable.

We’re looking for someone who wants to develop their career.