Multiskilled Climbing PPM Engineer (Telecoms Sites)

United Infrastructure Ltd; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training and development

Career progression

Company vehicle

Tools provided

PPE provided

On-call allowance

Job summary

United Infrastructure Ltd in the Watford area is seeking a motivated Multiskilled Climbing PPM Engineer to support maintenance and operation of telecoms infrastructure across our network. This hands-on role is outdoors and involves travelling between sites, often working at height.

You will perform planned preventative maintenance, inspections and minor fabric repairs, join an on-call rota, and ensure health and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience with telecoms or infrastructure maintenance is preferred.
• Climbing or working-at-height certifications desirable.
• Mechanical background helpful.
• Experience in site fabric maintenance or general building repairs.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance on telecoms sites.
• Climb structures and work at height safely.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair telecoms equipment.
• Carry out general fabric repairs (locks, gates, fencing, doors, minor repairs).
• Work as part of a team to deliver work efficiently.
• Participate in an on-call rota.
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records and reports of work completed.

Skills

Climbing & working at height

Teamwork & communication

Problem solving

Independent working

Medical assessment clearance

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Multiskilled Climbing PPM Engineer to join our team, supporting the maintenance and operation of telecoms infrastructure across our network. This role based in and around the Watford area, you will be expected to travel.

This is a hands‑on role working outdoors on a variety of sites, where no two days are the same. You will be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), inspections, fabric repairs, and minor works on telecoms equipment and site infrastructure, often working at height.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance on telecoms sites
• Climb structures and safely work at height
• Inspect, maintain, and repair telecoms equipment
• Carry out general fabric repairs , including:
  • Locks and access systems
  • Fencing and perimeter security
  • Cabin repairs
  • Doors, hinges, and closures
  • Minor structural repairs
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to deliver work efficiently
• Participate in an on‑call rota to support operational needs
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with health and safety regulations
• Maintain accurate records and reports of work completed

What We're Looking For

• Comfortable working at height – a head for heights is essential
• Strong team player with good communication skills
• Willingness to join an on-call rota
• Engineer-minded with a practical and problem-solving approach
• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Must be able to pass a medical assessment
• Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Flexibility to stay away from home occasionally when required

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Previous telecoms or infrastructure maintenance experience
• Climbing or working-at-height certifications (e.g. RF Awareness, Tower Rescue, etc.)
• Mechanical background
• Experience in site fabric maintenance or general building repairs
• Full UK driving licence

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and overtime opportunities
• On‑call allowance and additional payments
  1. Full training and development opportunities
  2. Career progression within a growing business
  3. Company vehicle, tools, and PPE provided
  4. Supportive and safety-focused working environment

Join us at United Infrastructure and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK.