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

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

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an Operations and Maintenance Engineer to join their supportive team. This role involves maintaining critical infrastructure, addressing equipment issues, and ensuring network connectivity. Candidates should have experience in fibre and copper environments, with strong health and safety awareness. The position offers remote work flexibility and various benefits.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

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 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.
• Perform general maintenance and commissioning of equipment.

Skills

Fault Finding

Health and Safety Awareness

Tools

Telecommunication Networks

Fibre Splicing

Copper Jointing

Job description

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

Client:

Telent

Location:

Ipswich, United Kingdom (Remote)

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 solve problems 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, ensuring connectivity and protection 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 equipment, testing on fibre and copper.
• Complete all necessary 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 Licence.

Additional Benefits:

• Company Vehicle
• 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 many sectors, roles, and technologies, allowing you to develop new skills and make 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 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

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in the design, build, support, and maintenance of mission-critical communications and technology in the UK’s digital infrastructure. Join us to make a real impact and help connect communities using the latest technology and innovation. Our team of over 3,000 dedicated professionals is committed to excellence.

Our Values:

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