SPEN Fibre Engineers Job at Wrexham Full Time NEW

Field Engineer – North West & Wales – Permanent – Salary TBC

Overview

Fuel Recruitment is working with a leading telecommunications and utilities organisation supporting a critical regional network across the North West and Wales. They are looking for a Field Engineer to play a key role in the delivery, maintenance and upgrade of a large-scale operational telecoms network. This is a hands-on, field-based role offering exposure to complex technologies, live environments and nationally significant infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the safe, compliant and on-time delivery of project and maintenance activities across a live telecoms network
• Assist Project and Senior Project Managers with project scoping, planning and delivery
• Install, configure, commission and maintain telecoms and network infrastructure to a high standard
• Carry out fault diagnosis, testing and resolution across IP, fibre and RF systems
• Complete site surveys, technical documentation and handover packs for completed works
• Work safely at all times in line with Health & Safety procedures, RAMS and site rules

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven field-based engineering experience within telecommunications or network environments
• Strong knowledge of IP networking (LAN/WAN, routing, switching, MPLS / MPLS-TP – CCNA level or equivalent)
• Hands-on experience with routers, switches and firewalls (Cisco ASR / ISR highly desirable)
• Experience working in operational environments such as data centres and substations
• Familiarity with PDH/SDH and Nokia platforms (SAR-H, NMFP)
• Experience carrying out industry-standard testing (BERT, RF sweeps, PIM, TDR, OTDR, OSCAR)
• Full UK driving licence
• SPEN authorisations (highly desirable)

Additional Skills & Competencies

• Methodical and analytical approach to fault finding and problem resolution
• Strong planning and organisational skills across multi-site activities
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• High standard of technical documentation and attention to detail
• Competent IT user (Microsoft Office, mobile work applications, online systems)
• Safety-focused mindset with strong compliance and commercial awareness
• Interest in new technologies and continuous professional development
• Unified Communications experience (desirable)

Benefits

• Competitive salary (TBC)
• Company vehicle and tools provided
• Exposure to large-scale, critical infrastructure projects
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Stable permanent role within a growing engineering function