Telecoms Electrician

Telecoms Electrician

Critical Network Infrastructure

Central & South Scotland - Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews & Stirling

@mecscomms is recruiting a NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation or City & Guilds 2391 certified, contract Telecoms Electrician, to work on behalf of a Global IT, Technology & Telecom service provider.

The Electrical Engineer will install, maintain & repair electrical systems, Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), battery chargers, AC/DC drives & associated equipment for critical telecommunications network infrastructure, across various comms room, data centre, POP, fibre exchange, base station, tower, substation, transmission & distribution sites throughout the Central & South Scotland regions.



The Telecom Electrician position requires expertise in the installation, commissioning & first-line reactive maintenance of telecoms equipment (IP networks, Cisco, Alcatel, Nokia, Satellite, Fibre, Cable & Radio systems devices), with responsibilities including wiring AC/DC power, UPS Systems, PSU installs, testing & certification, routine maintenance inspections & troubleshooting customer equipment.

If you're an experienced Field Engineer or Electrician with a background in telecommunications, networking, power systems or electronics & have any of the following accreditations: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, City & Guilds 2356 Part 1 & 2, City & Guilds 2357 or BS 7671 Electrical Regulations 18th Edition, I'm keen to hear from you.

Position: Electrical Technician, Electrical Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Installation Technician, Sparks, Sparky

Location: Field based - Scotland - Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews & Stirling

Mobility: A full UK driving licence is required

Nature: Full time, temporary contract, Inside IR35

Hours: Monday - Friday 08:00-17:00

Duration: 24+ month contract

Gross Rate: Negotiable dependant on experience

Security Clearance: SC or BPSS level clearance (or eligibility for clearance) is essential

Key Activity:

, New electrical installs
, Configure electrical systems
, Testing & commissioning
, Maintenance & repair
, Support & troubleshooting
, Diagnose & repair faults
, Maintain accurate records
, Work to industry standards & regulations (e.g.

BS7671)
, Process management
, Governance & control

Overview:

As a Telecom Electrician, you'll perform highly skilled technical work involving comprehensive installation, construction, repair, maintenance & modification of advanced electronic systems including UPS, battery chargers & AC/DC systems.



This will encompass: monitoring & control systems, complex network infrastructures, radio systems, SCADA networks, radar & signal processing systems, microwave & fibre optic communications & local & wide area data transmission networks (LAN / WAN).



Your objective will be to ensure optimal performance, technical integrity & the seamless operation of sophisticated electronic communication equipment, across multiple specialised domains.

Responsibilities:

Installation & Commissioning

, Installation & commissioning of racks, charger & telecoms equipment to a high standard

, Wiring & connection of AC & DC power to telecoms equipment, ensuring compliance with regulations

, Completion of site surveys to support installations

Testing, Maintenance & Troubleshooting

, Testing & certification of telecoms equipment

, Routine maintenance inspections of spare fibres & battery chargers

, First-line support & fault-finding for customer equipment

Network Infrastructure & Technology

, Designing, installing & maintaining telecommunications infrastructure supporting the network

, Working with satellite communications, fibre optics, cables & radio systems

, Supporting the development & implementation of smart grid technologies

, Assisting with private 4G network projects for remote substation connectivity

Safety & Compliance

, Creating risk assessments & method statements (RAMS)

, Managing work areas & vehicles to maintain a safe & organised environment

, Adhering to strict safety protocols when working with electrical & telecoms equipment

Collaboration & Innovation

, Working closely with engineers & technicians to ensure smooth network operations

, Developing & implementing new solutions for future telecoms advancements

Candidate Profile:

Candidates will be considered from a range of backgrounds but ideally, you'll have previous electrical engineering experience, ideally gained within an ISP, Network Service Provider, Managed Hosting, Telecom, Technology, ICT, Cloud, Systems / Network Integrator, Utility, Power or similar type of service provider.

Your professional or academic experience is likely to include some of the following:

Certifications & Training

, City & Guilds 2391 - Inspection & Testing

, NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation

, IOSH Working Safely

, Asbestos Awareness & Manual Handling Training

, Relevant Telecoms Qualifications

Technical Skills & Experience

, Installing, inspecting & testing electrical & telecoms systems

, Familiarity with UPS, battery chargers & AC/DC power systems

, Using industry-standard testers, power tools & hand tools

, Exposure to data centres, telephone exchanges, fibre exchanges, PCPs, DSLAMs, customer hubs, outstation sites or substations

, IP networks, including Cisco, Alcatel & Nokia devices

, Satellite communications, fibre optics, cables & radio systems

Workplace & Safety Skills

, Strong focus on health & safety in the workplace

, Experience working at height, using ladders & following safety procedures

, Ability to create & complete handover documents accurately

, Driving for work & managing a company vehicle

Problem-Solving & Innovation

, Analytical & logical thinking for fault diagnosis & resolution

, Interest in new equipment, technology & continuous learning

, Contribution to network innovation & digital transformation


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