Telecoms Electrician

Critical Network Infrastructure

Central & South Scotland - Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews & Stirling

is recruiting a NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation or City & Guilds 2391 certified, contract Telecoms Electrician, to work on behalf of a Global IT, Technology & Telecom service provider. The Electrical Engineer will install, maintain & repair electrical systems, Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), battery chargers, AC/DC drives & associated equipment for critical telecommunications network infrastructure, across various comms room, data centre, POP, fibre exchange, base station, tower, substation, transmission & distribution sites throughout the Central & South Scotland regions.

The Telecom Electrician position requires expertise in the installation, commissioning & first-line reactive maintenance of telecoms equipment (IP Networks, Cisco, Alcatel, Nokia, Satellite, Fibre, Cable & Radio systems devices), with responsibilities including wiring AC/DC power, UPS Systems, PSU installs, testing & certification, routine maintenance inspections & troubleshooting customer equipment.

If you're an experienced Field Engineer or Electrician with a background in telecommunications, networking, power systems or electronics & have any of the following accreditations: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, City & Guilds 2356 Part 1 & 2, City & Guilds 2357 or BS 7671 Electrical Regulations 18th Edition, I'm keen to hear from you.

Position: Electrical Technician, Electrical Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Installation Technician, Sparks, Sparky

Location: Field based - Scotland - Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews & Stirling

Mobility: A full UK driving licence is required

Nature: Full time, temporary contract, Inside IR35

Hours: Monday - Friday 08:00-17:00

Duration: 24+ month contract

Gross Rate: Negotiable Dependent on experience

Security Clearance: SC or BPSS level clearance (or eligibility for clearance) is essential

Key Activity:

* New electrical installs
* Configure electrical systems
* Testing & commissioning
* Maintenance & repair
* Support & troubleshooting
* Diagnose & repair faults
* Maintain accurate records
* Work to industry standards & regulations (eg BS7671)
* Process management
* Governance & control

Overview:

As a Telecom Electrician, you'll perform highly skilled technical work involving comprehensive installation, construction, repair, maintenance & modification of advanced electronic systems including UPS, battery chargers & AC/DC systems.

This will encompass: monitoring & control systems, complex network infrastructures, radio systems, SCADA networks, radar & signal processing systems, microwave & fibre optic communications & local & wide area data transmission networks (LAN/WAN).

Your objective will be to ensure optimal performance, technical integrity & the seamless operation of sophisticated electronic communication equipment, across multiple specialised domains.

Responsibilities:

Installation & Commissioning

* Installation & commissioning of racks, charger & telecoms equipment to a high standard

* Wiring & connection of AC & DC power to telecoms equipment, ensuring compliance with regulations

* Completion of site surveys to support installations

Testing, Maintenance & Troubleshooting

* Testing & certification of telecoms equipment

* Routine maintenance inspections of spare fibres & battery chargers

* First-line support & fault-finding for customer equipment

Network Infrastructure & Technology

* Designing, installing & maintaining telecommunications infrastructure supporting the network

* Working with satellite communications, fibre optics, cables & radio systems

* Supporting the development & implementation of smart grid technologies

* Assisting with private 4G network projects for remote substation connectivity

Safety & Compliance

* Creating risk assessments & method statements (RAMS)

* Managing work areas & vehicles to maintain a safe & organised environment

* Adhering to strict safety protocols when working with electrical & telecoms equipment

Collaboration & Innovation

* Working closely with engineers & technicians to ensure smooth network operations

* Developing & implementing new solutions for future telecoms advancements

Candidate Profile:

Candidates will be considered from a range of backgrounds but ideally, you'll have previous electrical engineering experience, ideally gained within an ISP, Network Service Provider, Managed Hosting, Telecom, Technology, ICT, Cloud, Systems/Network Integrator, Utility, Power or similar type of service provider. Your professional or academic experience is likely to include some of the following:

Certifications & Training

* City & Guilds 2391 - Inspection & Testing

* NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation

* IOSH Working Safely

* Asbestos Awareness & Manual Handling Training

* Relevant Telecoms Qualifications

Technical Skills & Experience

* Installing, inspecting & testing electrical & telecoms systems

* Familiarity with UPS, battery chargers & AC/DC power systems

* Using industry-standard testers, power tools & hand tools

* Exposure to data centres, telephone exchanges, fibre exchanges, PCPs, DSLAMs, customer hubs, outstation sites or substations

* IP Networks, including Cisco, Alcatel & Nokia devices

* Satellite communications, fibre optics, cables & radio systems

Workplace & Safety Skills

* Strong focus on health & safety in the workplace

* Experience working at height, using ladders & following safety procedures

* Ability to create & complete handover documents accurately

* Driving for work & managing a company vehicle

Problem-Solving & Innovation

* Analytical & logical thinking for fault diagnosis & resolution

* Interest in new equipment, technology & continuous learning

* Contribution to network innovation & digital transformation

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