Cable Engineer

TGS International Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

TGS International Group is seeking a skilled on-site Installer for structured cabling and IP security installations in London. The role involves installation, termination, and testing across copper/fibre networks, with client liaison to resolve issues and ensure project deadlines are met.

Experience with SCS and security infrastructure is preferred. A valid driving licence and willingness to travel are essential; DBS/PES checks may be required. 40-hour weeks with overtime.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or above in Structured Cabling or IT Networking.
• IPAF, CSCS card, PASMA advantageous.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in installation, termination and testing of Structured Cabling Systems.
• Familiarity with Fluke Analysers.
• DBS / PES background checks.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel.
• Customer-facing and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, test copper and fibre structured cabling (Data, Fibre & Voice).
• Liaise with clients to resolve install issues.
• Ensure quality and productivity against project schedule.
• Install containment for SCS & Security Systems.
• Maintain stock deliveries and project records.
• Update drawings and schedules as required.
• Maintain daily site records and reports.
• Adhere to safety policies and quality standards.
• Complete required documentation on time (timesheets, reports).

Skills

Structured Cabling

IPAF/CSCS/PASMA

2+ years experience

Fluke Analysers

DBS background checks

Full driving licence

Willingness to travel

Customer-facing

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Structured Cabling or IT Networking

Tools

Fluke Analysers

Job description

Permanent

Job Purpose

The post holder will carry out the installation, termination and testing of Structured Cabling systems & IP Electronic Security Installations as well as containment systems.

Duties & Responsibilities

To carry out on site, the day-to-day duties of projects. This will include, but not be limited to:

• The installation, termination, testing, fault finding, patching of all Copper and Fibre Optic Structured Cabling (SCS).
• Liaising with clients to resolve any issues from an install perspective.
• Taking responsibility for the quality and productivity against programme of the installs undertaken.
• Installation of containment for SCS & Security Systems.
• Material control, maintaining records of deliveries and project stock.
• Updating drawings and schedules as required.
• Maintaining daily site records and reports.
• Adhering to company safety policies and HSE requirements.
• Ensuring all works comply with company, client, and manufacturer quality standards.
• Ensuring timely completion of all required documentation, e.g. time sheets, vehicle summaries, daily site reports, etc.

Skills and Behaviours

• NVQ Level 3/equivalent or above in Structured (Data) Cabling or IT Networking.
• IPAF appropriate to title, CSCS card, and PASMA (an advantage) or IPAF (an advantage).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the installation, termination, and testing of Structured Cabling Systems (Data, Fibre & Voice) – accredited experience with leading manufacturer brands such as Corning, Commscope, Panduit, Brand Rex, Excel, or equivalent.
• Fully conversant with the setup and operation of the latest Fluke Analysers.
• Ability to locate and rectify faults on structured cabling systems.
• Security background checks (DBS / PES).
• Ability to work from construction drawings.
• Able to work with minimum supervision.
• Customer-facing, polite, and informative.
• Team member and team player.
• Full driving licence essential.
• Willingness to travel.

Preferred

• 1 years’ experience with Electronic IP Security Systems (preferred but not essential) – (CCTV, Access Control & Intruder Alarm).

Hours of Work

40 hours a week with a requirement to work overtime.