Data Engineer (Structured, Fibre and Voice Cabling systems)

NG Bailey
Plymouth
3 weeks ago
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Plymouth, UK Req #1498

30 October 2024

Data Engineer (Structured, Fibre and Voice Cabling systems)

Plymouth

Permanent


Summary

NG Bailey IT Services are currently recruiting a Data Engineer (Managed Services Engineer - Structured Cabling) with experience in both structured and voice cabling to support our contract covering a region in the South West based from Plymouth responding to break fix / faults across and minor projects across our portfolio.

The Data Engineer will have experience of installation and fault finding of Structured and Voice Cabling systems and preferably hold the CNCI (Certified Network Cable Installer) qualification. You will be responsible for responding to any of our managed service contract break fix requests as per the contract SLA's.

This position works in areas where Security Clearance is required therefore current or previous Security Clearance (SC) is preferred. If you do not have security clearance, this will be requested at offer stage and a condition of employment.

This role is a mobile position covering a region of managed service contracts; therefore a company van is provided as part of the package.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

  • Be responsible in ensuring all calls allocated are delivered within NG Bailey’s clients Service Level Agreements (SLA)
  • 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
  • Have evident experience working within ‘Live’ Customer sites
  • Have evident experience of the installation of Structured and Voice Cabling Systems
  • Be fully conversant with the setup and operation of Fluke Analysers
  • Locate and rectify faults on structured cabling systems
  • Work from construction drawings
  • Be able to self-manage workload without supervision
  • Be able to work as part of a team and be a team player
  • Demonstrate the ability to interface with customers with a professional and informative approach
  • Be willing to travel / Driving Licence

Qualifications Required

  • CSCS / ECS Card
  • Working at Height
  • Security Clearance (Preferred - Clearance will be required following offer stage)
  • IOSH Working Safely - Desirable

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.
You will be working as part of a team, we are committed to creating a culture where we treat each other fairly and with respect, recognising everyone as an individual.
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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