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

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; 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 in Milton Keynes. This role involves maintaining and commissioning equipment, ensuring network operationality, and performing repairs on fibre and copper cables. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a strong health and safety awareness. The position offers remote work flexibility and various benefits, including a company vehicle and generous holiday options.

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Fault Finding

Testing

Health and Safety Awareness

Tools

Telecommunication Networks

Copper Jointing

Fibre Splicing

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

Client: Telent

Location: Milton Keynes, 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. This will include the top of M25, M4, M11 and bottom of the M1, A14, M40, A1(M).

Do you enjoy working with a down-to-earth, supportive team but also be relied on to use 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 keep 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 commissioning of equipment is completed to the correct standard, on time, and within budget.
• Attend to equipment issues within Transmission Buildings and Roadside Cabinets within your area, day or night.
• Undertake general maintenance and commissioning of equipment, testing all fibre and copper.
• Complete all necessary documentation on time.

Who you are:

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

Key Requirements:

• Experience working on motorway communications or closely 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 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 spans many sectors, roles, technologies, and clients, offering opportunities to develop, learn new skills, and make an impact. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values diversity, allowing everyone to thrive at work.

Learn more about Telent:

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We are passionate about fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and reach their full potential. Our teams reflect the diverse backgrounds of the 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. We support the UK's critical digital infrastructure, connecting communities using the latest technology and innovation. Join us to make a real impact and fulfill your potential as part of a team of over 3,000 dedicated professionals.

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Our values and behaviors include:

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