Job Description
ODIN Recruitment ate currently looking to speak with Telecommunications engineers for a permanent role based in Reading.
This role will include working on MOD Environments, a full and clean driving license is required, SC or DV is highly desirable for this role.
The role will include - To carry out the day to day moves, provisions and changes to existing copper and fibre optic cabling infrastructure.
Upgrade of existing Telecommunication infrastructure within Site Exchange and Remote Buildings
Installation of UPVC and steel containment as directed by the line management. Works based at MOD establishment but may be required to work at other client sites.
Personal Qualities
Organised and methodical
Logical
Good communication skills
Analytical
Self-directed / action-oriented
Proactive
Interpersonal sensitivity
Calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Problem-solving
Key Skills and Requirements
Preferred/Desirable skills
Past knowledge of telecoms networks, repair, and provision
Telecoms colour codes past and present including multi pair cables
Fault finding and using testing equipment
Knowledge of the underground network, jointing cables, and closures /joints
Experience in the installation of containment systems (both Steel and PVC)
Ability to work as part of a close team to high standards of workmanship
Working to agreed drawings
Good leadership qualities
Good communications skills
Willingness for continuous improvement
Able to work as part of a project team Working in customer facing environment
Advantageous
Experience of terminating fibre optic cables (cold cure and splicing)
Experience of terminating copper cabling (Category 5e, category 6 etc)
Experience of Testing both Fibre optic and copper cables using Fluke Vetriv Testers
Good knowledge of current installation practices
Knowledge of OTDR testing would be an advantage
Knowledge of MOD installation requirements preferred but not essential
CSCS/ ECS card essential
MOD SC Cleared minimum (DV preferred). If only SC must be prepared to work towards getting DV clearance