SI Install Engineers
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job description
We are looking for people who are interested to train up to work in the telecoms industry on copper to fibre conversion installations.
Job Requirements
· Driving to telecoms cabinet location
· Adhering to Health and Safety legislation
· Working in telecommunications chambers and in street cabinets
· Installing copper cable / jumper wires
· See full JD below
SI (Self Install) - This is a Conversion of an existing ADSL, (copper service) to VDSL (Fibre to cabinet Service). Work usually takes place in the Openreach Primary Connection Point (Cabinet) with an occasional requirement to enter the DSLAM (Digital Subscriber Line Access Multiplexer). There is usually no requirement to visit the customers premises. Simple tasks usually take approximately 30 minutes to complete. (Excluding travel to the cabinet location)
Using a non contact voltage detector, prior to entering the cabinet or DSLAM. Correctly Identifying the specified circuit in the cabinet. Carrying out multiple tests of the specified circuit using call platform technology and approved engineer held testers. Running new copper jumper wires to connect the existing copper service to the fibre ports in the cabinet. Accessing the DSLAM to make simple checks and when necessary. Resolving issues using Openreach support services by TEXT and other automated platforms. Leaving the worksite completely free of litter, both inside and immediately outside the cabinet or DSLAM. Providing digital evidence, (Geotagged photographs of your completed work)
You will have the following qualifications and be able to prove experience and competence:
· Must hold a full UK driving licence
· Excellent communication skills
· Hold a valid NRSWA street works Operative unit 2 card (desirable)
· Risk assessment and hazard identification and a strong focus on Health and Safety practices.
What’s on offer for successful candidates?
· All equipment provided - Tooling, PPE and Uniform
· Vehicle (no fuel card – rates increase to include fuel)
· Training provided for various activities
· Option to be further multi-skilled at a later date
Contract Duration & Rates
This is a long-term contract role and you will be paid for the jobs you complete
Estimated jobs to be completed each day will be around 11 per day @ £15.50 per job, however it is possible to complete 16+ jobs in a day
The rate above is inclusive of fuel rate.
Many of these jobs will be located close to each other or even in the same cabinet, so travel should be low.
Full training will be provided (Training to be undertaken at Risby – near Bury St Edmunds or Crawley)
· When on training you will be paid £80 per day (+ mileage)
· When buddying you will be paid £80 per day (+ mileage)
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £135.00-£200.00 per day
Benefits:
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £135.00-£200.00 per day
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Boston: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: scr-si-scr
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 SI Install Engineers roles across Smart City Recruiters 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 £17 - £25 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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