Technician 2

4764014
  • Job type

    Contract
  • Location

    United Kingdom
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Infrastructure
  • Industry

    Engineering
  • Pay

    £14.90 PAYE / £19.34 Umbrella + OT rates

Data Cabling Engineer - UK


Join a leading independent technology and services provider as a Structured Cabling Engineer!

Job Overview:

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Structured Cabling Engineer to support large-scale data centre and corporate infrastructure projects. This role includes international travel, hands‑on cabling work (copper & fibre), and working within live data centre environments while adhering to strict safety and access procedures.

• Location: On-site – London (100 Blackfriars Road, SE1 8HL) + Overseas travel to Iceland
• Daily Rate: £14.90 PAYE / £19.34 Umbrella + OT rates
Contract Length: 02/03/2026 – 13/03/2026 (high likelihood of extension)
Start Date:ASAP

Key Responsibilities
• Install, terminate, and test copper & fibre optic structured cabling systems
• Work within live data centres following strict change/access controls
• Install cable containment: basket trays, trunking, fibre runners
• Fibre termination & testing using Fluke tools, including fault diagnostics
• Support rack builds (power & data cabling, rack & stack of network equipment)
• Follow patching schedules, design documentation, and cut sheets accurately
• Provide on‑site support to remote network/system administrators

Key Requirements:
• Minimum 3 years’ hands-on structured cabling experience
• Strong understanding of copper & fibre cabling systems
• Proficient in fibre termination, testing & using Fluke equipment
• Experience working in live data centre/server environments
• Ability to work independently with strong communication skills
• Valid CSCS/ECS card or equivalent + relevant cabling/fibre certifications

Additional Information:
• Expected OT, night work, and weekend shifts depending on project needs
• Travel, accommodation, and meals reimbursed
• Only EU/UK visa holders considered
• Interview Process: Online Interview via MS Teams

How to Apply:
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