Operations and Maintenance Engineer (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

ZipRecruiter; Crawley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Crawley seeks an Operations and Maintenance Engineer to manage highway communication systems, ensuring operational continuity. The ideal candidate will have experience with fibre and copper environments, along with strong problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include cable repairs, equipment commissioning, and occasional callouts. A full UK driving license is required. The role offers a supportive team environment and competitive benefits, including a company vehicle and health support.

Benefits

Company vehicle provided

26 days holiday plus public holidays

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health support

Discounts on cinema, restaurants, and shopping

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is essential.
• Willingness to work overtime or respond to callouts as required.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Attend to cable breaks and repair copper and fibre cables.
• Complete commissioning of equipment on time and within budget.
• Respond to equipment issues day or night.

Skills

Fault finding and testing within fibre or copper environments

Repairing fibre or copper cable breaks

Strong health and safety awareness

Experience with motorway communications or related systems

Job description

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 bottom of the M25, M2, M3, M27, M20, and M23.

Do you enjoy working with a supportive, down-to-earth team but also be relied on to use your initiative to find solutions in the field? Our Field teams are crucial in delivering our contracts, whether that involves maintenance, installation, cabling, or civils works. Help us build and maintain the nation's critical infrastructure, ensuring connectivity and protection 24/7.

Responsibilities include:

1. Attending to cable breaks and repairing copper and fibre cables to keep the network operational.
2. Completing all commissioning of equipment to the required standards, on time and within budget.
3. Responding to equipment issues within Transmission Buildings and Roadside Cabinets in your area, day or night.
4. Undertaking general maintenance and commissioning of equipment, including testing on fibre and copper cables.
5. Completing all necessary documentation promptly.

Candidate Profile:

Previous experience in a similar role is essential, with familiarity in fault finding and testing within fibre or copper environments preferred.

Key Requirements:

• Experience with motorway communications or related systems.
• Knowledge of telecommunication networks, copper jointing, fibre splicing, and testing.
• Strong health and safety awareness.
• Ability to repair fibre or copper cable breaks.
• Willingness to work overtime or respond to callouts as required.
• Full UK driving license.

Additional Benefits:

• Company vehicle provided.
• 26 days holiday plus public holidays, with options to buy or sell days annually.
• Company pension scheme.
• 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 offers opportunities across various sectors, roles, and technologies, allowing you to develop new skills and make an impact. We are committed to growth and rely on our dedicated team to succeed.

We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity 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 where everyone feels they belong, can be authentic, and are empowered to reach their full potential. Our people are at the heart of our business, reflecting the diverse communities we serve.

About Us: Telent is a leading technology company specializing in design, build, support, and maintenance of mission-critical communications and technology, guided by our values: Be Inclusive, Take Responsibility, Collaborate, Be Customer-focused.