Operations and Maintenance Engineer (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

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

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking an Operations and Maintenance Engineer to work on Highways England Contracts. The role involves maintenance and commissioning activities, ensuring critical infrastructure remains operational. The ideal candidate will have experience in fault finding and testing within fibre or copper environments, and a strong commitment to health and safety. This position offers a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional growth.

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.
• Familiarity with fault finding and testing within fibre or copper environments.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Fault Finding

Testing

Health and Safety Awareness

Tools

Copper Jointing

Fibre Splicing

Job description

Operations and Maintenance Engineer (Previous Relevant Experience Required), Stockport

Client:

Telent

Location:

Stockport, United Kingdom

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

Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom (Remote)

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, including 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 rely on your own initiative to find solutions in the field? Our Operations and Maintenance Engineers are critical in delivering our contracts, whether that involves 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 copper and fibre cables to keep the network operational.
• Ensure all equipment commissioning is completed to standard, on time, and within budget.
• Address equipment issues within Transmission Buildings and Roadside Cabinets within your area, day or night.
• Perform general maintenance and commissioning of fibre and copper equipment and testing.
• Complete all required documentation promptly.

Who you are:

You should have previous experience in a similar role, with familiarity in fault finding and testing within fibre or copper environments.

Key Requirements:

• Experience working on motorway communications or similar systems.
• Knowledge of telecommunication networks, copper jointing, and fibre splicing/testing.
• Strong health and safety awareness.
• Ability to repair fibre or copper cable breaks.
• Willingness to work overtime or on call when required.
• Full UK driving license.

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 sectors, roles, and technologies, allowing you to develop new skills and make an impact. We are committed to an inclusive culture that respects diversity and fosters a sense of belonging and empowerment.

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About Us

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in design, build, support, and maintenance of critical digital infrastructure across the UK. Join us to make a real impact and be part of a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals committed to excellence.