Data Cabling Engineer

Job Opportunity: Data Cabling Engineer

Location: Swindon 

Position: Contract – Long term

Bauhaus Recruitment is resourcing on behalf of one of our esteemed clients, who are actively seeking experienced Data Cabling Engineers for permanent positions in Swindon. Join a leading team working on exciting projects across various sites.

Package:

Salary:             £26,000 - £36,000 dependant on experience

Benefits:          Company Vehicle + Fuel Card

                        Mobile Phone

                        Company Pension

                        22 days holiday + bank holidays

Job Description:

As a Data Cabling Engineer you will play a vital role in the installation maintenance and troubleshooting of data cabling infrastructure essential for IP monitoring systems, including CCTV access control intruder alarm systems data centre and server room monitoring. This position involves working in diverse environments such as commercial industrial, large estates and residential properties ensuring all cabling is installed to a high standard and meets both the client’s and the company’s requirements.

Successful candidates will be involved in:

• Install, terminate, and test Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, in various environments.

• Conduct site surveys to assess cabling requirements for monitoring systems.

• Install cable containment systems, including conduits, trunking, cable trays, and baskets.
• Work closely with the project management team to ensure that installations are completed within the project timelines.
• Test and troubleshoot cable systems to ensure proper functioning of connected devices.
• Read and interpret CAD plans, diagrams, and schematics for cable layouts.
• Ensure all installations comply with industry standards and best practices.
• Provide technical support for network infrastructure, including patching, labelling, and cable management.
• Maintain accurate records of installations, tests, and faults.
• Collaborate with the monitoring systems installation team to integrate cabling with IP-based monitoring systems.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including risk assessments and method statements.

Candidate Qualifications and Attributes:

• Proven experience in data cabling installations
• Understanding of network infrastructure and cable management principles.
• Proficiency in the use of hand and power tools related to data cabling installation.
• Familiarity with cabling standards and best practices (e.g. TIA/EIAISO/IEC).
• Ability to read and interpret CAD Plans and schematics. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact with team members and clients.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence required.

• Proven experience in data cabling installation, termination, and testing
• Understanding of network infrastructure and cable management principles.
• Proficiency in reading and working with schedules and diagrams
• Basic IT and networking skills
• Skilled with a range of hand and power tools
• Driver’s Licence
• Ability to provide references upon request

If you are a skilled Data Cabling Engineer looking for a new opportunity in Swindon, we would love to hear from you. Please apply directly or contact us at 0161 923 9050.