Data Cabling Engineer

Technical Resources Ltd
Norwich, UK
2 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
£46,800.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Data Cabling Data Centers Network Architecture

Job description

Are you an experienced Data Cabling Engineer looking for your next opportunity?, * Cable Installation & Termination: Install, route, and terminate Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, and fibre optic cabling in accordance with project specifications and industry standards.

  • Testing & Fault-Finding: Carry out end-to-end testing using Fluke or equivalent test equipment, identifying and resolving faults to ensure full system sign-off.
  • Stakeholder & Site Coordination: Liaise with site managers, principal contractors, and end clients to ensure smooth day-to-day delivery on site.
  • Technical Oversight & Reporting: Complete accurate test results, as-built drawings, and handover documentation to support project closeout.
  • Quality & Compliance: Work in accordance with BS EN 50173 structured cabling standards, relevant H&S regulations, and site-specific requirements.

Requirements

  • Experience: Minimum 2 years as a Data Cabling Engineer within the telecoms or structured cabling industry.
  • Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a copper cabling and fibre optic installation, including termination and testing using Fluke or Kewtech test equipment.
  • Project/Operational Scope: Track record of delivering structured cabling installations across commercial, education, or enterprise environments.
  • Soft Skills: Reliable communicator with strong fault-finding ability and a professional approach to client-facing site work.
  • Mobility & Eligibility: Right to Work in the UK at the time of application.

Desirable:

  • Certifications: ECS/CSCS card; PASMA or IPAF; fibre splicing certification.
  • Sector Background: Prior experience on data centre, critical infrastructure, or large-scale commercial fit-out projects.

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive Day Rate: £180 per day
  • Benefits Package: Ongoing contract opportunities with a specialist recruiter, travel expenses considered for site work, and access to a network of leading UK infrastructure clients.
  • Clear career progression within a growing global sector.

About the company

Technical Resources is partnering with a leading provider of structured cabling and network infrastructure solutions to hire a Data Cabling Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for the installation, termination, and testing of data cabling systems across commercial and enterprise sites, ensuring high-quality network infrastructure is delivered to specification and on time.

This is an ideal opportunity to join an established organisation with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality telecoms and structured cabling solutions across UK projects.

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