Lead Engineer - Cabling and Datacentre Operations
Location:- Central London (Various Locations)
Salary:- £35-40k + Bens
Environment:- Lead Engineer, Cabling Installations, H&S, Patching Schedules, supervisor, changes, Datacentre, Financial Sector.
My client is a global provider of networking and managed services specialising in providing end-to-end connectivity and manged solutions.
This role reports to the Operations Manager, the Lead Engineer will take full responsibility for the completion of small to medium sized cabling projects or an element of a large project under the control of a Project Manager.
Day to Day Duties include:-
, Oversee a team of supervisors and engineers to ensure all cable installations are installed to specification, on time and meet the Manufacturers quality standards.
, Ensure all current Health & Safety requirements are met, carrying out Risk Assessments, drafting method statements and ensuring all H&S procedures are followed.
, Ensure stock is managed in a cost effective manner and that there are sufficient materials available at all times to ensure efficient installation.
, Order materials as required.
, Compile progress reports as required and / or provide information in a logical format to the Project Manager
, Carry out quality checks on all works carried out by the cabling engineers and ensure all required Quality Standards are met.
, Read and understand all site drawings, update ‘as and when' when work is completed.
, Attend and document client meetings and ensure all required actions are carried out in a timely manner.
, Compile process and produce documentation as required to meet company and client standards.
, Draw up patching schedules and ensure timely implementation of any patching requirements.
, Ensure all required installations are documented as specified.
, Draw up Operations and Maintenance manuals as required.
, As and when required assist in any urgent installation works.
, Ensure that project profitability is maximised at all times.
What we are looking for in our Site Manager:
, Experience working in the cabling infrastructure Industry - Specifically within the Data Centers & Commercial Buildings & Offices environment.
, A good understanding of cabling installation practices - cat6/cat6a installations
, Good understanding of cabling product sets within the financial sector.
, Ability to organise teams on a project.
, Manage and motivate engineers
, Work well under pressure able to deal with high work load
, A good level of Microsoft knowledge including Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint and Outlook
, Good communication skills both written and oral
, Be able to communicate effectively with clients to identify needs and requirements
Apply now for full details.
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Type: Permanent Location: London, England
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £40000 per annum + + Bens
Posted: 2025-07-29 17:32:26
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Datacenter Engineer to support the build, maintenance, and operational management of cutting-edge test and development lab environments.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in Linux and Windows system administration, networking, and virtualization, who enjoys working hands-on with hardware and infrastructure in a highly technical environment.
Youll be part of a team delivering reliable, compliant, and operational labs that support developers, test teams, and external customers across mobility, satellite, and wireless communication sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install and configure hardware (servers, switches, routers, PDUs), rack and run cables
- Run, label, and dress cabling for interconnected systems
- Linux and Windows system administration, including patching and security
- Maintain virtualized environments (VMware, KVM, etc.)
- Implement network monitoring, management, and security protocols
- Create and maintain diagrams, documentation, and operational guides
- Troubleshoot technical issues, providing support to teams and customers
- Identify opportunities for automation and develop supporting scripts/tools
What Were Looking For:
- Experience supporting enterprise datacenter environments
- Strong background in Linux and Windows system administration
- Knowledge of networking protocols, routing, ports, and firewalls
- Experience with virtualization platforms and supporting hardware (Dell/HP servers, NetApp storage, etc.)
- Hands-on ability to run and terminate cables in a lab environment
- Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively across technical and geographically distributed teams
Desirable Skills:
- Technical degree in Engineering, Computing, Networking, or similar
- Certifications (Linux+, Network+, Cisco, Juniper, AWS)
- Satellite or wireless communications experience
- Familiarity with avionics systems and cabling standards
- Scripting experience (Python, JavaScript, REST)
- Experience with automation and containerization tools (Git, Jenkins, Puppet, Ansible, Docker)
This is a hybrid role with regular on-site work required and occasional international travel.
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Type: Permanent Location: Hertfordshire,England
Start: 24/07/2025
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2025-07-24 08:44:04
