Data Engineer (Structured Cabling)

NG Bailey IT Services; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and services company is seeking a Data Cabling Engineer in London who will be responsible for installing and documenting structured cabling systems. The successful candidate will have experience with cabling installations, provide guidance to less experienced team members, and ensure high-quality work. This role requires a full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites. Competitive benefits include 25 days holiday and private medical insurance.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Pension with employer contribution

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Free Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits including Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Must have installation experience with Structured Cabling Systems.
• Knowledge of Voice Cabling Systems required.
• Experience with Fluke Analysers is essential.
• Ability to locate and rectify faults on structured cabling systems.
• Able to work alone and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys and install structured cabling systems.
• Guide and mentor Assistant Data Engineers.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards.

Skills

Previous installation experience of Structured Cabling Systems

Proven knowledge of Voice Cabling Systems

Fully conversant with the setup and operation of Fluke Analysers

Ability to locate and rectify faults on structured cabling systems

Ability to work from construction drawings

Able to work alone and as part of a team

Able to use initiative

Professional customer interface

Willing to travel

Education

Security Clearance

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Summary

Data Cabling Engineer

Permanent

London - with travel to client sites

Overview

We are looking for a Data Engineer (Structured Cabling) to join our expanding team. In this role, you will take the lead in conducting surveys, installing copper and fibre cabling, containment, termination, testing, labelling and documentation for structured cabling systems and related technologies (such as Wi-Fi Access Points and Smart Hands services, including racking, stacking equipment, and comms cab remediations). You will primarily work alongside our Assistant Data Engineers and Apprentices in pairs and as a part of a wider team national team.

This is a terrific opportunity to expand your career in the structured cabling field, where you will have the chance to work with a variety of technologies, including copper and fibre cabling, Wi-Fi Access Points, and Smart Hands services. You will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality installations and ensuring that the systems are rigorously tested and documented. As an experienced engineer, you and your team will be responsible for guiding and mentoring your Assistant Data Engineers and Apprentices, ensuring that projects are completed efficiently, and adhering to industry standards.

What we\'re looking for

• Previous installation experience of Structured Cabling Systems
• Proven knowledge of Voice Cabling Systems
• Fully conversant with the setup and operation of Fluke Analysers
• Ability to locate and rectify faults on structured cabling systems and standalone Voice Systems
• Ability to work from construction drawings
• Able to work alone and as part of a team
• Able to use initiative and applying a forward-thinking mind set
• Demonstrate the ability to interface with customers with a professional and informative approach
• Willing to travel and be flexible to meet the needs of our customers

Requirements

• Security Clearance (will be conducted by NG Bailey vetting team when onboarding)
• Full UK Driving Licence

Preferred additional qualifications

• Health and Safety Training such as First Aid at Work
• UKATA (CAT A) Asbestos Awareness
• ECS/ CSCS Card
• Manual Handling
• Working at Height
• IOSH Working Safely
• IPAF
• Certified Network Cable Installer (CNCI) Accreditation

Benefits

• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays with an option to Buy/Sell additional days
• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice)
• Flexible benefits to choose from inc: Dental Insurance, Gym Membership, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes

Next Steps

As a business, we\'re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.

We\'ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies.

Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.