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

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

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an Operations and Maintenance Engineer to support critical infrastructure projects across the UK. The role involves maintaining and commissioning equipment, ensuring network operationality, and working with a supportive team. Candidates should have relevant experience and a full UK driving license. The position offers remote work flexibility and various benefits.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

26 Days Holiday

Company Pension Scheme

Family-Friendly Policies

Occupational Health Support

Discounts on Cinema and Restaurants

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role with familiarity in fault finding and testing.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Attend to cable breaks and repair copper and fibre cables.
• Complete commissioning of equipment to standard and on time.
• Undertake general maintenance and testing on fibre and copper equipment.

Skills

Fault Finding

Testing

Health and Safety Awareness

Tools

Copper Jointing

Fibre Splicing

Job description

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

Client:

Telent

Location:

Exeter, 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 dial 999; chances are Telent has enabled the technology to make this happen. We are recruiting 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 supportive team but also rely on your own initiative to solve problems in the field? Our Operations and Maintenance Engineers are crucial in delivering our contracts, whether through 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 to cable breaks and repair copper and fibre cables to keep the network operational.
• Complete all commissioning of equipment to standard, on time, and within budget.
• Address equipment issues within Transmission Buildings and Roadside Cabinets within your area, day or night.
• Undertake general maintenance and testing on fibre and copper equipment.
• 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 with 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 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 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 new skills and make an impact. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values diversity, enabling everyone to thrive at work.

Learn more about Telent:

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We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, 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 the design, build, support, and maintenance of mission-critical communications and technology infrastructure across the UK. Our work helps connect communities using the latest technology and innovation. Join us to make a real impact and be part of a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals committed to excellence.

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Our values and behaviors include:

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