Operations and Maintenance Engineer - Remote Work Flexibility (Previous Relevant Experince is R[...]

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; 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 support critical infrastructure projects. The role involves maintenance and commissioning activities, ensuring network reliability, and working with a supportive team. Candidates should have experience in telecommunications and be prepared for on-call duties. The company offers a range of benefits and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

26 Days Holiday

Company Pension Scheme

Occupational Health Support

Discounts on Cinema and Shopping

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role required.
• Familiarity in fault finding and testing within fibre or copper environments.

Responsibilities

• Attend cable breaks and repair copper and fibre cables.
• Ensure equipment commissioning is completed to standards.
• Perform general maintenance and commissioning of equipment.

Skills

Fault Finding

Testing

Health and Safety Awareness

Tools

Telecommunication Networks

Copper Jointing

Fibre Splicing

Job description

Operations and Maintenance Engineer - Remote Work Flexibility (Previous Relevant Experience is Required), Basildon

Client:

Telent

Location:

Basildon, 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 out 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 maintain the nation's critical infrastructure connected and protected 24/7.

What you’ll do:

• Attend cable breaks and repair copper and fibre cables to keep the network operational.
• Ensure all equipment commissioning is completed to the correct standards, 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, including testing.
• Complete all necessary documentation promptly.

Who you are:

You will 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 related equipment/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 Licence.

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 on cinema, restaurants, and shopping through Telent Reward scheme.

What we offer:

A career at Telent offers opportunities across many sectors, roles, technologies, and clients, allowing you to develop and learn new skills while making an impact. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages everyone to thrive.

Learn more about Telent:

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We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion, where everyone can be their authentic selves and reach their full potential. Our teams reflect the diverse communities we serve.

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About Us

About Telent

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

Brilliance brought together.

Our values:

• Be Inclusive
• Take Responsibility
• Collaborate
• Be Customer-focused