Data Cabling Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
About us
Microtech IMS has been operating since 2001 providing a high quality data cabling installation service to companies up and down the UK and across western Europe. Our staff are crucial to our organisation and we are always keen for them to progress in return we offer:
- Growth opportunities
- On-the-job training
- Company perks
We are looking for a skilled and energetic engineer who has good knowledge of network cabling deployment utilising Cat 6/6a and/or fibre to work with our team.
The ideal candidate should be experienced at installing, terminating, and testing with Flukes as well as Wi-Fi access point deployment.
He or she will also need to have strong problem-solving skills, dedication to excellence, and an ability to multitask effectively.
Responsibilities:
- Cable route planning knowledge and the ability to problem solve
- Installation, Termination and Testing of cables, Category 6 & 6a / Fibre
- De-Patching/Patching Data cabinets
- Installation of Wireless Access Points in various settings (Internal and External)
- Documentation, Labelling and marking up Schematic Diagrams electronically
- Understanding the requirements of network connectivity and comms rooms
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure on-time, high quality delivery of all projects
- Manage technical staff including contractors for other organisations, vendors and suppliers
Skills/Competencies:
- Full UK Driving License
- Own tools/kit
- Great communication skills
- Ability to work in a team and use your own initiative
- Happy to travel around the UK and Western Europe
- Understanding that the role is both Internal and External
Advantageous but not necessary as we will put the right candidate through training
- Data ECS Card
- IPAF
- PASMA
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £30,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company events
- Company pension
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Application question(s):
- Do you live within a 40 minute commute of Dorking, Surrey?
Experience:
- data cabling: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (required)
Work Location: On the road
Expected start date: 17/04/2023
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 Cabling Engineer roles across Microtech Communications'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 - £32,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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