Fibre Optic Field Service Technician

JDR Cable Systems; Wallsend; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

JDR Cable Systems is expanding its Newcastle-based Services team and seeks experienced Fibre Optic Technicians for a 12-month fixed-term contract to support major international energy and infrastructure projects. The role emphasizes offshore termination and testing, with a strong focus on safety and teamwork on offshore sites.

Ideal candidates will have offshore project experience, a solid understanding of offshore cable operations, and hold valid offshore certifications (GWO and Offshore

Qualifications

• Experience in fibre optic termination and testing.
• Offshore project experience.
• Understanding of offshore cable operations.
• Valid offshore certification (GWO, Offshore Medical incl. Chester Step).
• Proactive safety and teamwork in offshore environments.

Responsibilities

• Join the JDR Cable Systems Services team on exciting, high-profile projects.
• Support growing operations team on a 12-month fixed-term basis.
• Contribute to offshore cable termination and testing activities on site.
• Demonstrate commitment to safety and teamwork in offshore environments.

Skills

Fibre optic termination

Fibre optic testing

Offshore teamwork

Education

GWO Offshore Certification

Job description

As the JDR Cable Systems Services team in Newcastle continues to expand following the successful award of major contracts, we’re looking for experienced professionals to join us on exciting, high-profile projects.

We are currently recruiting for Fibre Optic Technicians on a 12-Month Fixed Term basis to support our growing operations team.

Ideally, candidates will have:

• Experience in fibre optic termination and testing
• Previous offshore project experience
• A good understanding of offshore cable operations
• Valid offshore certification (GWO, Offshore Medical incl. Chester Step)
• A proactive approach to safety and teamwork in offshore environments.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team working on major international energy and infrastructure projects, with long-term career opportunities. At JDR, you’ll have the opportunity to further develop your technical capabilities through our first-in-class training and development programmes, while working alongside some of the industry’s most experienced professionals.

If you are an experienced Fibre Optic Technician ready for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.