Secure Defence Data Cabling Engineer

DXC Technology; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

DXC Technology in Yeovil is seeking a Data Cabling Engineer to install and maintain structured cabling across a secure MOD environment. Onsite role with testing, fault-finding and remedial works using Fluke Versiv equipment; security clearance is required for the client environment.

Role involves working from drawings, adhering to safety policies, and may include out-of-hours work with occasional overnight stays. Sole UK nationals with five years in the UK preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in data/structured cabling.
• Good knowledge of JSP 604 cabling practices.
• Experience using Fluke Versiv copper and fibre testing equipment.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Installing, terminating and testing Cat6/Cat6A copper cabling.
• Installing, terminating and testing single-mode and multimode fibre optic cabling.
• Installing cable containment systems (basket, tray, trunking, conduit).
• Installing wireless access points and networking hardware.
• Reading cabling drawings, patch schedules, risk assessments and method statements.
• Carrying out structured cabling fault investigation, diagnostics and repair.
• Undertaking remedial cabling works where required.
• Working to Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Supporting works across the Yeovil site and wider MOD estate.
• Occasional out-of-hours work and overnight stays may be required.

Skills

Data cabling

Fault finding

Problem solving

Safety focus

Education

CNCI or City & Guilds cabling qualification

SSSTC certification

IPAF 3a/3b

PASMA certification

Asbestos Awareness

Tools

Fluke Versiv

Driving licence

Job description

DXC Technology in Yeovil is seeking a Data Cabling Engineer to install and maintain structured cabling across a secure MOD environment. Onsite role with testing, fault-finding and remedial works using Fluke Versiv equipment; security clearance is required for the client environment.

Role involves working from drawings, adhering to safety policies, and may include out-of-hours work with occasional overnight stays. Sole UK nationals with five years in the UK preferred.