Operations and Maintenance Engineer (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an Operations and Maintenance Engineer in Slough. This role involves maintaining critical infrastructure for Highways England, focusing on cable repairs and equipment commissioning. Ideal candidates will have experience in telecommunications and a strong commitment to safety. The position offers a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Company vehicle

26 days holiday plus public holidays

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health support

Discounts on cinema and shopping

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role required.
• Familiar with fault finding and testing within fibre or copper environments.

Responsibilities

• Attend cable breaks and repair copper and fibre cables.
• Ensure commissioning of equipment is completed on time and within budget.
• Complete documentation associated with tasks on time.

Skills

Fault Finding

Health and Safety Awareness

Telecommunication Networks

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Operations and Maintenance Engineer (Previous Relevant Experience is Required), Slough

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Client:

Telent

Location:

Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

14.05.2025

Expiry Date:

28.06.2025

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Job Description:

Operations and Maintenance Engineer Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom (Remote)

Every time you pick up the phone, surf the Internet, travel on a motorway, catch a train, bus or tube, or even dial 999; chances are Telent has enabled the technology to make this happen. We are currently recruiting for an Operations & Maintenance Engineer to work on Highways England Contracts, carrying out maintenance and commissioning activities within your designated area. This will include the top of M25, M4, M11, and bottom of the M1, A14, M40, A1(M).

Do you enjoy working with a down-to-earth, supportive team but also be relied on to use your own initiative to find solutions in the field? Our Operations and Maintenance Engineers are critical in delivering our contracts, whether that is delivering or supervising maintenance, installation, cabling, or civils works. Help build and keep the nation's critical infrastructure connected and protected 24/7.

What you’ll do:

• Attend cable breaks and repair breaks on copper and fibre cables to keep the network operational.
• Ensure all commissioning of equipment is completed to the correct standard, on time, and within budget.
• Attend to any equipment issues within Transmission Buildings and Roadside Cabinets within your area, day or night.
• Undertake general maintenance and commissioning of equipment and testing on all fibre and copper.
• Complete all the required documentation associated with the tasks, on time.

Who you are:

You will have previous experience in a similar role and ideally be familiar with fault finding and testing within fibre or copper environments.

Operations and Maintenance Engineer Key Requirements:

• Experience working on motorway communications or closely related equipment/systems.
• Knowledge of telecommunication networks, copper jointing, and fibre splicing & testing.
• Strong health and safety awareness.
• Ability to repair fibre or copper cable breaks.
• Willingness to work overtime or on call when required.
• Full UK driving licence.

The additional benefits with this role:

• Company vehicle.
• 26 days holiday plus public holidays, with options to buy or sell days annually.
• Company pension scheme.
• A range of family-friendly policies.
• Occupational health support and wellbeing portal.
• Discounts on cinema, restaurants, and shopping through Telent Reward scheme.

What we offer:

A career at Telent spans many sectors, roles, technologies, and clients, offering opportunities to develop, learn new skills, and make an impact. We are growing and rely on our committed team to deliver.

We foster an inclusive culture that respects and values differences, celebrates diverse ideas, and encourages everyone to be themselves and thrive at work.

Learn more about Telent:

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We are passionate about creating an environment that champions diversity and inclusion, where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and is empowered to reach their full potential. People are at the heart of our business, and we believe our teams should reflect the diverse experiences and backgrounds of the communities we serve.

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About UsAbout Telent

Telent is a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, support, and maintenance of mission-critical communications and technology infrastructure in the UK. The work we do helps connect thousands of people and communities using the best technology and innovation available. Joining us gives you the opportunity to make a real impact, fulfill your potential, and deliver high performance. We work together to make everyday life work better for everyone. You’ll be part of a team of more than 3,000 dedicated people committed to excellence.

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We are guided by our values and behaviors: Be Inclusive, Take Responsibility, Collaborate, Be Customer-focused.