Telecoms Field Network Engineer

Telecoms Field Network EngineerCritical Network InfrastructureCentral & South Scotland - Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews & Stirling@mecscomms is recruiting a contract - field based, telecoms network & critical infrastructure engineer, to work on behalf of a Global IT, Technology & Telecom service provider. The role has ownership for the repair, maintenance & improvement of 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. Providing assurance activities, routine maintenance & customer order fulfilment, this hands-on technical field engineering role will be responsible for the installation, support & maintenance of telecommunications infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, Fibre Optics, DC chargers, PDH, SDH, Comtel, Microwave radio, Nokia sub-rack technologies, Cisco equipment, particularly within high-voltage environments such as electrical substations (11kV-400kV), data centre & exchange sites.

If you're a Field Engineer with a passion for telecommunications, networking, power systems & electronics & experience with: copper & fibre optic cable installation, Main Distribution Frame (MDF) engineering, network testing, patch panel & network rack configuration, mobile & fixed network equipment, wireless access point implementation, power system installation & electrical & electronic system setup etc. I'm keen to hear from you.Position: Telecoms Field Engineer, Network Maintenance Engineer, Installation Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Network Assurance EngineerLocation: Field based - Scotland - Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews & StirlingMobility: A full UK driving licence is requiredNature: Full time, temporary contract, Inside IR35Hours: OOH & unsociable hours work is requiredDuration: 24+ month contractGross Rate: Negotiable dependant on experience Security Clearance: SC or BPSS level clearance (or eligibility for clearance) is essentialKey Activity:* Project management & delivery * Routine maintenance* Repair & fix * Support & troubleshooting* Assurance activities * Support network installations* Solution implementation & configuration* Technical testing * Order fulfilment * Process management* Governance & controlOverview:As a Field Engineer, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance & support of cutting-edge telecommunications & network infrastructure across Central & South Scotland, covering key locations along the Edinburgh & Glasgow corridor. This is a 24/7 operational role, requiring flexibility for on-call standby duties.Responsibilities:* Operational activities including Network configuration & integration of customer equipment* Ensure the project is completed to the quality & health & safety standards required* Complete project documentation as required by the project engineer* Monitor progress against plans & recommend corrective actions* Identify issues & risks & escalate appropriately* Provide timely & quality communication to all stakeholders* Ensure technical, test & quality plans as agreed are delivered to the project engineer* Ensure the necessary project administration is carried out* Provision of assure activities on 24 x 7 x 365 basis adhering to our agreed contractual SLA targets* Completion of nominated RMI activities* Recommend improvements & cost reductions were identified* Completion of customer minor orders* Carry out pre & post configuration testing to ensure error free installation* Provide technical representation at customer & project related meetings* Ensure quality assurance is maintained* Maintain associated customer & network documentation* To be part of a stand-by (on-call) rota supporting the business out of hoursCandidate Profile:Candidates will be considered from a range of backgrounds but ideally, you'll have previous network implementation engineering experience ideally gained within an ISP, Network Service Provider, Managed Hosting, Telecom, Technology, ICT, Cloud, Systems / Network Integrator or similar type of technology managed services provider.

Your professional or academic experience is likely to include some of the following:* HNC in Telecommunications (or equivalent professional qualification)* Experience as a Field Engineer in telecoms, utilities or data centre environments* LAN & WAN internetworking skills* Exposure to Cisco, Alcatel, Nokia, Comtel or similar vendor kit * Knowledge of network installations, DC chargers, PDH, SDH & sub-rack technologies* Exposure to fibre optic, radio HRF or microwave radio networks * Operational Telecoms in a Power System Environment (PDH, SDH, MPLS-TP)* Power Systems including SCADA & protection* Proficiency in DC & AC technologies* Extensive experience in network installation & support* Strong customer service, problem-solving & communication skills* Ability to work independently & within a structured team environment* It is essential for candidates to currently hold OR be eligible to pass BPSS (Basic Check) & SC level security clearance checks. @mecscomms: uniting opportunity with ambition in Telecoms | Media | Technology@mecscomms is the brand name of MECS Communications Ltd who provide permanent & contract recruitment consultancy service as an Employment Agency & Employment Business. For more information or a list of current vacancies, please see our web site at mecscomms.co.uk