Data/Telecommunications Installation Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Experienced preferred
You will be expected to work at various sites within the UK.
Skilled worker capable of carrying out, in an autonomous and competent manner: The installation of structured cabling, single-mode fibre and multi-mode fibre cables with all necessary containment and associated connection units. Installation, acceptance test, ability to fault find Copper cabling, multi/single mode fibre systems (internal and external), using a range of OTDR’s, light source, power meters, high precision fusion splicers
Fitting out enclosures with structured cable termination equipment (connection units, hubs, switches, routers, patch panels etc
Able to work in a variety of environments with restricted minimal resources.
Have knowledge of emerging technologies
Hold CSCS card and have sound knowledge of Health & safety at work ( training can be offered to right candidate)
Hold IPAFF 3a & 3b ( training can be offered to right candidate)
Keeping accurate records, communicating using company resources completion dates, customer relations, time management to senior management.
Use Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Essential Skills
Visual Colour Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colours, including shades of colour and brightness.
Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Qualifications
Experience is preferred, further industry qualifications where applicable.
Ready to learn from on-the-job training when necessary.
Must have valid drivers license.
Willingness to further progress and undertake training relating to industry and health and safety
Working Hours
Working week is Monday to Friday – expected to work weekends when required
Standard Working day: 07:30 to 16:00
Willingness and available for emergency call out and or weekend, evening nights.
In locations across the UK but not overseas.
Job Type: Temp to perm
Contract length: 3 months
Salary: From £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Telecommunication: 1 year (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (required)
Work Location: On the road
Reference ID: EXP-DT/Engineer
Expected start date: 03/07/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Data/Telecommunications Installation Engineer roles across DCS Communications Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £30,000 - £30,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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