MDU Fibre Engineer [MDU25]

Capital Outsourcing Group; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking an experienced MDU Build Engineer to join their client's team in Harrogate. The successful candidate will have strong MDU installation experience and proficiency with telecom test equipment. A competitive pay package, job security, and opportunities for career progression are on offer. Essential requirements include a valid UK driving licence and knowledge of safety regulations.

Benefits

Competitive pay package

Company vehicle and equipment provided

Personal accident insurance

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience in managing complex MDU installations.
• Proficient in using telecom test equipment and understanding technical plans.
• Knowledge of working at heights and in underground networks.
• Valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead installations of internal fibre cabling.
• Terminate fibres into RDTs and breakout boxes.
• Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations.
• Interpret building surveys and technical plans.
• Utilize advanced fibre techniques effectively.

Skills

MDU installation experience

Proficiency with telecom test equipment

Knowledge of safety regulations

Ability to interpret technical plans

Job description

Overview

Capital Outsourcing Group are recruiting for an experienced MDU Build Engineer to join our client’s team, working on a prestigious Openreach contract. For over 35 years, our client has delivered trusted engineering solutions across the telecoms sector – and now you could be part of that success.

Responsibilities

• Lead installations – running internal fibre from the network entry point through to each floor of the building.
• Work with precision – terminating fibres into RDTs and breakout boxes, managing both internal and external cabling.
• Ensure compliance – carrying out installations to fire safety regulations, including fire stopping for all internal cabling.
• Follow technical plans – interpreting building surveys and drawings to deliver accurate and efficient installations.
• Use advanced fibre techniques – including BFT, blowing fibre, splicing, and testing optical fibres to the highest standards.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong MDU installation experience with the confidence to manage complex projects.
• Proficiency with telecom test equipment and technical plans.
• Knowledge of working at heights and in underground networks, always keeping safety first.
• A full UK driving licence (held for at least 12 months, with no more than 6 points).

Accreditations Required

(If yours have expired, don’t worry – we can refresh them through our in-house training)

• MT003
• SA002
• SA020
• N029
• SWQR Unit 1

What’s in it for You?

• Competitive pay package with excellent earning potential.
• Fully equipped company vehicle, tools, PPE, and uniforms provided.
• Job security and benefits – including personal accident insurance.
• Career progression with ongoing support and development.