Operations and Maintenance Engineer (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

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

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an Operations and Maintenance Engineer to manage maintenance and commissioning activities on Highways England Contracts. The role involves ensuring network operational integrity and providing support in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in telecommunications and a strong health and safety awareness.

Benefits

Company vehicle

26 days holiday plus public holidays

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health support

Discounts through Telent Reward scheme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Attend to cable breaks and repair breaks on copper and fibre cables.
• Ensure commissioning of equipment is completed to standard, on time, and within budget.
• Undertake general maintenance and testing on all fibre and copper.

Skills

Fault Finding

Health and Safety Awareness

Job description

Operations and Maintenance Engineer (Previous Relevant Experience Required) - Cambridge

Client:

Telent

Location:

Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom (Remote)

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

14.05.2025

Expiry Date:

28.06.2025

Job Description:

Operations and Maintenance Engineer

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 includes the top of M25, M4, M11, and bottom of 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 out 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 to 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 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 related documentation promptly.

Who you are:

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

Key Requirements:

• Experience working on motorway communications or 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.
• Availability to work overtime or on call when required.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Additional Benefits:

• Company vehicle.
• 26 days holiday plus public holidays, with options to buy or sell days.
• Company pension scheme.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Occupational health support and wellbeing portal.
• Discounts through Telent Reward scheme.

What we offer:

A career at Telent offers opportunities across many sectors, roles, technologies, and clients. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages everyone to thrive.

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About Us

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in the design, build, support, and maintenance of mission-critical communications and technology, supporting the UK’s digital infrastructure. Join us to make a real impact and fulfill your potential with a team of over 3,000 dedicated professionals.