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

JR United Kingdom; Dartford; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an Operations and Maintenance Engineer to support critical infrastructure projects across the UK. This role offers remote work flexibility and requires experience in fault finding and maintenance of telecommunications systems. Join a supportive team dedicated to excellence in service delivery.

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 similar roles required.
• Knowledge of fault finding and testing in fibre or copper environments.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Fault Finding

Health and Safety Awareness

Flexibility

Job description

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

Client:

Telent

Location:

Dartford, 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

Based in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom (Remote work possible). Telent enables critical infrastructure for everyday activities such as internet, travel, and emergency services. We are recruiting an Operations & Maintenance Engineer to work on Highways England Contracts, focusing on maintenance and commissioning activities within designated areas including the M25, M4, M11, M1, A14, M40, and A1(M).

This role involves working with a supportive, down-to-earth team and requires initiative to solve field problems. Responsibilities include supervising maintenance, installation, cabling, or civils works, contributing to the nation's critical infrastructure.

What you’ll do:

• Attend to cable breaks and repair copper and fibre cables.
• Ensure all equipment commissioning is completed to standard, on time, and within budget.
• Address equipment issues in Transmission Buildings and Roadside Cabinets, day or night.
• Perform maintenance and testing on fibre and copper equipment.
• Complete all required documentation promptly.

Who you are:

You should have previous experience in similar roles, with knowledge of fault finding and testing in fibre or copper environments.

Key Requirements:

• Experience with 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.
• Flexibility to work overtime or on call as 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 through Telent Reward scheme.

What we offer:

A career at Telent offers opportunities across many sectors, roles, and technologies, fostering skill development and impact. We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging everyone to be themselves and thrive.

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About Us

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in mission-critical communications and digital infrastructure support, with over 3,000 dedicated employees committed to excellence. We value inclusivity, responsibility, collaboration, and customer focus.