Systems Deployment and Maintenance Specialist

Zetica Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A technical services company is seeking a Systems Deployment and Maintenance Specialist in Oxford. The role involves preparing and optimizing survey equipment for deployment, ensuring peak performance during client installations. Requires hands-on experience with electronic systems and excellent troubleshooting skills. The position provides comprehensive training and a supportive team environment while offering opportunities for career development. Competitive salary based on experience is included.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Opportunity with cutting-edge technology

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with electronic equipment, instrumentation, or technical systems.
• Practical troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.
• Full UK driving licence and comfortable with travel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and test survey and data capture equipment.
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
• Provide on-site technical support during deployments.

Skills

Hands-on experience with electronic equipment

Practical troubleshooting skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Customer-facing experience

Job description

The Role

We're seeking a technically skilled Systems Deployment and Maintenance Specialist to join our growing team. This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys working with advanced survey equipment and data capture systems, ensuring they're optimally configured and ready for deployment.

You’ll be the vital link between our survey teams and technical systems teams, taking responsibility for equipment preparation, installation support, commissioning, and troubleshooting. While you’ll receive comprehensive training in our railway infrastructure monitoring systems, this role offers exposure to various survey technologies across our different business divisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, test and optimise survey and data capture equipment to ensure peak performance
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), documenting results and resolving issues
• Support equipment installation and commissioning at client sites, including mounting systems on various platforms
• Provide on‑site technical support during deployments to ensure smooth operation and customer satisfaction
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment faults, coordinating repairs as needed
• Manage equipment mobilisation and demobilisation logistics
• Communicate effectively with clients during installation and commissioning activities
• Create and maintain technical documentation and reference materials
• Mentor junior technical staff, sharing knowledge and best practices

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Hands‑on experience with electronic equipment, instrumentation, or technical systems
• Practical troubleshooting and fault‑finding skills
• Strong attention to detail and methodical approach to testing and documentation
• Good communication skills and customer‑facing experience
• Comfortable with travel and working at client sites
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Experience with survey equipment, sensors, or data acquisition systems
• Understanding of acceptance testing procedures
• Background in electronics, engineering, or related technical field
• Experience with equipment installation or field service
• Rail industry experience or awareness (training will be provided)

What We Offer

• Comprehensive training in our proprietary railway inspection technologies
• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge geophysical and survey equipment
• Varied role with mix of workshop, office, and field‑based activities
• Career development opportunities with progression towards R&D involvement
• Supportive team environment within an established technical company
• Competitive salary based on experience