Data Cabling Engineer

KBR Birtley

About KBR

Established in 1984, KBR is one of the UKs longest standing independent IT companies delivering multi-million-pound solutions. Based in Birtley, County Durham.

We are a close-knit team of cabling engineers and technical experts with a wealth of knowledge and experience when it comes to delivering technology solutions into education and local government. We offer a varied role installing structured cabling, fibre cabling, audio and visual solutions, WiFi networks, CCTV solutions and wireless point-to-point broadband connections.

At KBR we offer you the chance to be part of a proud team of supportive peers, willing to pitch in and help where necessary, leading with honesty and integrity.

About the role

We are looking for a Data Cabling Engineer with previous experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing a range of cabling and hardware products.

This varied role includes a degree of physical activity, and you may be required to work at heights or in small spaces.

Duties and Responsibilities:

A highly motivated and conscientious individual, your main areas of responsibility will include:

• Onsite installation of data cabling project and associated hardware
• Providing excellent customer service and support
• The ability to work alone and as part of a team
• Working collaboratively with contractors on site where necessary

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:

Essential

• A full UK driving license
• Level 3 in Data Communications Cable Installation Copper and Fibre
• Experience of installation, termination and testing of copper cabling
• Experience of installation, termination and testing of fibre optic cabling
• Experience of installing cabling containment solutions
• Experience of the correct and safe use of power tools
• An understanding and appreciation of health and safety practices
• Taking pride in the quality of your work and always looking for ways to improve and promote quality

Desirable

• Experience in the setting up, use and interpretation of the results from Fluke or similar testing equipment
• Experience with the safe and correct use of ladders and other access equipment
• IPAF/PASMA certified
• CSCS/ECS trade relevant card
• Installation of Audio-Visual solutions (Projectors, Interactive Screens etc.)
• Basic knowledge of networking equipment including switches and WiFi access points

Qualifications:

Although no formal qualifications are essential for this role, the successful candidate should have relevant work-related experience and attained a good all-around standard of education.

Location and Working Arrangements:

The position is based from KBR located in Birtley. The installations will be at various sites across the North East of England. You may occasionally be required to work outside of these areas, based on current projects. When working outside of the area, hotels and expenses are provided.

Working hours are normally Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:30 with a half hour for lunch. Extended or alternative hours may be required to satisfy customer requirements. Occasional evening shifts are required to facilitate installations into schools outside of student attendance hours. It is expected that the successful candidate will be able to accommodate changes to their working hours and be available to work occasional weekends and occasional evenings as required.

Reporting and Department:

The role will report directly to the Project Director and will be part of the Operations Department.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary ranges from £28,000 to £33,000 depending on experience and expertise.

Hours of Work:

Hours: 37.5 per week

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company Van
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Work Events

Work Location: In person