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Data Engineer - Cabling

Grays
2 days ago
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Data Engineer (Cabling)

Multiple roles

Permanent  

London (Grays, Essex / St Albans ) - with travel to client sites 

 

Summary  

We are looking for several Data Engineers (Structured Cabling) to join our expanding team. In this role, you will take the lead in conducting surveys, installing copper and fibre cabling, containment, termination, testing, labelling and documentation for structured cabling systems and related technologies (such as Wi-Fi Access Points and Smart Hands services, including racking, stacking equipment, and comms cab remediations). You will primarily work alongside our Assistant Data Engineers and Apprentices in pairs and as a part of a wider team national team. 

This is a terrific opportunity to expand your career in the structured cabling field, where you will have the chance to work with a variety of technologies, including copper and fibre cabling, Wi-Fi Access Points, and Smart Hands services. You will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality installations and ensuring that the systems are rigorously tested and documented. As an experienced engineer, you and your team will be responsible for guiding and mentoring your Assistant Data Engineers and Apprentices, ensuring that projects are completed efficiently, and adhering to industry standards. 

 

Some of the key deliverables will include: 

Demonstrate appropriate Health and Safety leadership to ensure that the safety first and foremost message is visible and alive throughout any activities carried out

Ensure adherence to all NG Bailey’s policies, processes and procedures

Ensure under direction, all works comply with NG Bailey IT Services (ITS)Company standards and to meet and exceed client expectations, as well as the requirements to meet/exceed international standards and manufacturers installation guideline systems

To provide leadership for the Trainee’s, Assistant Data Engineers and Apprentices and to maximise the potential of the team and the individuals within.

To ensure material control and maintain records of deliveries and project stock.

To ensure provision of timely and accurate internal and customer project reporting (timesheets, mileage returns, daily reports, completion certificates)

To monitor the quality and productivity against programme and maintain daily site records and reports.

Ensure that positive relationships are maintained with the customer through efficient delivery of projects with a view to optimising future opportunities and profitability.

Ensuring design and installation meets internal and client specifications and statutory requirements. 

 

What we’re looking for: 

Previous installation experience of Structured Cabling Systems

Proven knowledge of Voice Cabling Systems

Fully conversant with the setup and operation of Fluke Analysers

Ability to locate and rectify faults on structured cabling systems and standalone Voice Systems

Ability to work from construction drawings

Able to work alone and as part of a team 

Able to use initiative and applying a forward-thinking mind set

Demonstrate the ability to interface with customers with a professional and informative approach

Willing to travel and be flexible to meet the needs of our customers 

 

Please note that we also require the following: 

Security Clearance (will be conducted by NG Bailey vetting team when onboarding)

Full UK Driving Licence 

 

It would be ideal if you had any of the following:  

Health and Safety Training such as First Aid at Work

UKATA (CAT A) Asbestos Awareness

ECS/ CSCS Card

Manual Handling

Working at Height

IOSH Working Safely

IPAF

Certified Network Cable Installer (CNCI) Accreditation 

 

Benefits include: 

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays with an option to Buy/Sell additional days

Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution

Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice)

Flexible benefits to choose from inc: Dental Insurance, Gym Membership, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes.

Next Steps: 

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.  

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. 

About Us: 

We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. 

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. 

Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be. 

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