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 @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. 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