Telecoms Systems & Application Engineer (OSS, Cramer, Inventory, Automation)
Linux | OSS | Application Support | Production Support | Python | Shell Scripting | Cramer | Network Inventory | Network Automation | Telecoms | Cisco | CCNA | Network Operations
Hybrid working - Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 2FN & remote, home based
@mecscomms is recruiting for an experienced contract Telecoms OSS & Application Support Engineer responsible for supporting and enhancing business-critical telecoms Operational Support Systems (OSS), network inventory platforms and automated network configuration applications.
This is a highly hands-on technical role combining Telecoms Application Support, Production Support, OSS Support, Systems Administration, Database Administration and Network Operations. The successful candidate will support a bespoke telecoms application environment used for network inventory management, service fulfilment, operational automation and network configuration activities, integrating closely with Cramer inventory systems and wider telecoms network infrastructure.
You will possess strong experience supporting production applications, operational support systems, telecoms platforms or network inventory environments, together with scripting, troubleshooting and telecoms network knowledge. Experience within OSS, network inventory management, provisioning, service fulfilment, network automation or telecoms operational support functions would be highly advantageous.
This opportunity is ideally suited to an OSS Support Engineer, Telecoms Application Support Engineer, Production Support Engineer, Network Inventory Engineer, Telecoms Systems Engineer, Operations Support Engineer or Telecoms Systems Administrator with strong Linux, Shell Scripting, Python, Java, HTML skills & a general understanding of telecoms operational systems & network infrastructure.
Role: Telecoms Systems & Application Support Engineer, Production Support Engineer, OSS Support Engineer, Application Support Engineer, Telecoms Systems Administrator, Network & Application Support Engineer
Role Purpose: Support, maintain and enhance critical telecoms production systems, applications and infrastructure whilst ensuring operational stability, service availability, security compliance and successful delivery of system changes across operational environments.
Location: Hybrid working - Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 2FN & remote, home based
Role Type: Temporary, Contract, Full-Time
Start date: ASAP
Duration: 12 months+ temporary contract
Gross Rate: Negotiable, dependent upon experience. Pay rate, inside IR35
Clearence: Security & background screening required. Due to the nature of the work, successful applicants must be eligible to undergo BPSS and SC-level screening. This will include: employment and education verification, credit and financial history checks, advanced identity and right-to-work checks. To meet SC eligibility requirements, candidates must typically have lived in the UK continuously for the last five years.
Technology Stack:
• Linux Administration
• Shell Scripting
• Python
• Java
• HTML
• Cramer Database
• Database Administration
• Telecoms OSS Platforms
• Network Inventory Systems
• Service Fulfilment Systems
• Network Provisioning Platforms
• Network Configuration Automation
• Telecoms Operational Support Systems
• Cisco Networking
• Nokia Transmission
• Microwave Networks
• Enterprise IP Networking
• Network Operations
• Incident Management
• Change Management
• Production Support
• Application Support
• System Monitoring
• Root Cause Analysis
Core Activity:
• Support and maintain business-critical telecoms OSS platforms and production applications
• Administer and support internally developed telecoms operational support systems used for network inventory management and automated network configuration
• Support integrations between OSS platforms and Cramer inventory environments
• Monitor system performance, availability and operational health
• Troubleshoot and resolve production incidents, service issues and application faults
• Support application deployments, configuration changes and production releases
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Shell Scripting, Python, Java and HTML
• Analyse application logs, system alerts and performance metrics
• Support network automation workflows and operational scripting activities
• Support Cramer database environments and associated administration activities
• Assist with network inventory integrity, reconciliation and data quality activities
• Support operational users of network inventory, provisioning and fulfilment systems
• Implement approved production changes in accordance with change management processes
• Perform root cause analysis and implement preventative solutions
• Produce technical documentation, support records and operational procedures
Deliverables:
• Stable and secure OSS and production environments
• Successful application support and incident resolution
• Reliable network inventory and provisioning platforms
• Effective system monitoring and operational support
• Automated operational processes and scripting solutions
• Successful delivery of production changes and upgrades
• Accurate technical documentation
• Improved operational efficiency and service availability
Working Environment:
• Telecoms Operations Environment
• OSS Support Environment
• Production Support Environment
• Network Operations Environment
• Network Inventory & Provisioning Platforms
• Enterprise Telecommunications Infrastructure
• High Availability Systems
• Critical National Infrastructure Programmes
• Collaborative Technical Teams
Candidate Profile:
Candidates should possess strong experience supporting production applications, telecoms systems or operational environments. You will be technically capable, highly analytical and comfortable working across systems administration, application support, scripting, databases and network technologies.
Your experience is likely to include some of the following:
Essential:
• Production Support and Application Support experience
• Experience supporting OSS, network inventory, service fulfilment, provisioning or network automation platforms
• Linux Systems Administration
• Shell Scripting
• Python scripting and automation
• System Monitoring and Incident Management
• Root Cause Analysis
• Database Administration experience
• Troubleshooting complex technical issues
• Telecoms systems, network operations or operational support environments
• Experience supporting business-critical operational systems
• Change and Release Management
• Technical documentation and reporting
Desirable:
• Cramer Inventory Management
• Network Inventory Management Systems
• OSS/BSS Platforms
• Network Provisioning Platforms
• Service Fulfilment Systems
• Network Automation Tools
• Netcracker
• Inventory Reconciliation
• Telecoms Asset Management
• Fixed Network Operations
• Mobile Network Operations
• Cisco Networking
• Nokia Transmission
• Microwave Networks
• CCNA
• ITIL Foundation
• Linux Administration Certification
• Database Administration Certification
• Telecoms Industry Certifications
Key Traits:
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-resolution capability
• Highly analytical and detail-oriented
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Calm under pressure within operational environments
• Quality and service focused
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Passion for technology, automation and operational excellence
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Core Purpose:
To support the delivery of a professional and efficient HR service, by administering HR processes spanning the employee lifecycle, from recruitment to offboarding, ensuring accuracy, consistency and timely completion of all activities.
Primary Objectives:
Act as the administrator for the HR service:
Maintain accurate employee records by updating the HR system and appropriately filing of other documentation, ensuring that employee records are securely stored and compliant with GDPR and data protection requirements
Maintain the e-learning system by setting up employees on the system and monitoring compliance
Administer processes such as sickness absence, maternity, paternity, probationary periods, flexible working requests
Assist with preparing and processing monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Assist the Head of HR with drafting letters and taking notes at meetings
Monitor shared mailboxes and escalate queries appropriately
Recruitment, Onboarding and Leaver Processes:
Support recruitment, onboarding and leaver processes
Administer the drafting and placing of job adverts
Administer the shortlisting and interview processes, manually and electronically through the HR system
Prepare and send out contract letters as directed by the Head of HR
Complete reference requests and any background and disclosure checks
Assist with new starter onboarding process including offer letters, reference checks, new employee records and induction processes
Administer leaver processes and respond to reference requests
Administer the HR Information system:
Become a superuser of the HR system and assist with its development
Highlight opportunities to expand on and improve processes in the system, to enhance employee experience
Produce reports from the HR system for analysis
Support the completion of payroll activities in line with payroll cut-off dates:
Administer the monthly staff payroll changes by communicating changes to the Finance & Payroll Officer within payroll deadlines
Ensure that employee pay-related data is kept up to date on the HR system
Team Working:
Work closely with the Finance & Resources department to ensure that plans and priorities align with wider organisational plans and strategies
Effectively represent the team and actively contribute at internal meetings and external events
Understand and adhere to The Fostering Network’s policies and practices
Engage with and demonstrate commitment to The Fostering Network’s mission, vision, values and strategy
Proactively engage with the performance development approach, taking responsibility for seeking appropriate development opportunities and taking part in learning
Take a relationship-based approach to your work, understanding that creating positive relationships with our internal and external stakeholders is central to achieving our objectives
Undertake any other duties appropriate to the level in accordance with agreed procedures and guidelines
Training Outcome:HR Administrator, HR Assistant, HR Officer.Employer Description:The Fostering Network is the UK’s leading fostering charity and membership organisation, dedicated to empowering, enriching and supporting the relationships at the heart of the fostering community.
Working Hours :Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
IT Ticket Management
End User support
Hardware / Software maintenance
Asset Tracking
System Administrator
Ability to stick to process
Network fault finding
Training:
Day release at Grantham College
Training Outcome:
Potential for a permanent full-time Technician role being offered at time of completion
Further additional training can be discussed upon completion of the apprenticeship
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Additional hours may be required ad-hoc, this
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Answering the phone and responding to emails/messages
Creating and maintaining relationships with suppliers
Helping, giving advice, solving problems and building relationships with both customers and work colleagues
Processing and scheduling orders on the computer system and general administration
Ensuring that all administration duties relating to orders are up to date
Training:Business Administrator Level 3.
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
This will be delivered in the workplace.Training Outcome:Excellent career development opportunities for the right candidate after successful completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:Our business is built around efficiency, relationships and value. We take the hassle out of the hire game leaving you time to focus on the job at hand.
SERVICE - Our friendly & experienced team are here to make things run smoothly for you.
SUPPLY - Our extensive UK-wide supply network means you get the equipment you need, when you need it, wherever you need it.
SIMPLE - Our “keep things simple” ethos means less paperwork for you, and more time for you to focus on what matters most for your business.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 8.00am - 5.00pm (1-hour unpaid lunch break)Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Sales Support
Assist the sales team with preparing quotes, proposals, and order forms
Input and maintain customer details, leads, and opportunities on the CRM system
Help process incoming orders accurately and efficiently
Track and follow up on order progress, delivery, and invoicing
All other customer service duties required
Training:
The apprentice will train on the job in thr workplace with the employer
The apprentice will attend an online virtual masterclass with the training provider once per month
Training Outcome:
Sales administrator
Account manager
Employer Description:
Founded in 2001, Trench Limited was established with a clear vision:
To deliver high-quality, service-oriented solutions with a strong focus on customer satisfaction. From the outset, we built a reputation in the UK Cable Management marketplace for reliability, simplicity, and excellence.
Our guiding mantra, "Keep It Simple," became the foundation of our approach—ensuring orders are received complete and on time, every time. We pride ourselves on offering a consistent dependable service.
We are a flexible manufacturer that holds extensive stocks of standard product ensuring that we have capacity to fulfil your bespoke requirements whilst offering exceptional lead times.
Over the years, our commitment to quality and customer-first values earned us a respected position in the Cable Management sector. In 2015, we entered into an exciting new chapter when we were acquired by family-owned international business OBO Bettermann. This partnership has enabled us to expand our reach, strengthen our capabilities, and continue delivering the trusted service our customers expect - now with the additional support of a global network.
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Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Ark Schools are committed to attracting, developing and retaining a diverse workforce, with a broad range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assess incoming incidents and prioritise work according to timescales and processes.
Keep accurate and timely records within the incident monitoring system, making sure that the end user receives feedback at all times on the progress of faults and changes.
Carry out technical investigation support calls and escalate to the local technical team where apprentice requirements/job description issues require escalation.
Maintain spare IT stock, warranties and software licences in accordance with the asset register. Instigate hardware swap-outs within the timescales set out by the available SLA to maintain service availability on failed devices.
Arrange and repair (where required) equipment under the terms of the warranty agreement on specific hardware.
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Firebrands course is delivered either online (online live instructor-led), or face-to-face in the classroom environment (your choice). Our Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Learning Mentors (LMs) and world-leading trainers prepare apprentices to work across multiple sectors.
Completion of this apprenticeship will provide learners with the following world-class vendor certifications in addition to the Information Communication Technology
Technician apprenticeship:
Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
CompTIA IT Fundamentals+
Certiport IT Specialist Networking
Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
Key areas covered are:
Support Technician
Maintenance or repair of system faults
Support for the roll-out, installation and commission of new systems or upgrades
Training Outcome:Potential for a permanent role upon completion of apprenticeship.Employer Description:Ark is an education charity that exists to make sure that all children, regardless of their background, have access to a great education and real choices in life.Working Hours :Monday to Friday.
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As an IT Support Apprentice, you'll earn while you learn. You'll spend most of your time working alongside our experienced engineers, building real-world IT skills with genuine clients — not just classroom exercises. Alongside the day job, you'll work towards a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification in IT.
This is a real job with real responsibility from the outset, in a friendly team where your contribution genuinely matters. You don't need to know everything already — you need the enthusiasm to learn and a willingness to get stuck in.
Duties and Responsibilities
Answering support calls and emails, and logging tickets in our helpdesk system
Helping diagnose and resolve IT problems for clients — everything from password resets to network faults
Accompanying engineers on client site visits to learn hands-on installation and troubleshooting
Setting up new laptops, PCs, printers and user accounts for clients
Supporting the team with Microsoft 365 queries (Teams, Outlook, SharePoint and OneDrive)
Learning to use professional IT tools, including remote monitoring and support platforms
Keeping records and documentation up to date
Helping clients feel confident and supported — customer service matters just as much as technical skill
Training:Firebrand’s sector-leading Level 3 Information Communication Technician (L3ICT) Apprenticeship Programme trains apprentices to deliver efficient operation and control of the IT and Telecommunications infrastructure and to deliver and support the information systems needs of an organisation. Options include pathways for Support Technician, Network Technician and Digital Communications Technician.
Firebrands course is delivered either Online (online live instructor led), or face to face in the classroom environment (your choice). Our Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Learning Mentors (LMs) and world-leading trainers prepare apprentices to work across multiple sectors.
Completion of this apprenticeship will provide learners with the following world class vendor certifications in addition to the Information Communication Technician apprenticeship:
Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
CompTIA IT Fundamentals+
Certiport IT Specialist Networking
Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
Key areas covered are:
Support Technician
Maintenance or repair of systems faults
Support for the roll-out of installation and commission of new systems or upgrades.Training Outcome:
Our aim is to offer a permanent role on successful completion of the apprenticeship
Ongoing mentorship from experienced engineers who are invested in your development
Real scope to grow with the business as we expand across West Yorkshire
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Basic salary of £55,000 per annum (subject to experience and qualifications)
10% Production Bonus
33 days Annual Leave
Monday - Friday days based position
16% Company Pension
Location - South Cerney/Swindon
Further training and personal development specific to the positions, e.g. IEMA, health and safety training development
Days based position – Monday to Friday
Key Responsibilities of Health and Safety Advisor include:
Promote a culture where the health and safety and wellbeing of colleagues is the absolute priority.
Ensure all statutory obligations, company policies and procedures are understood and adhered to, by all direct reports, always.
Track progress of SHE Assure actions for the team.
Carry out SSOP reviews & Manage SHE Assure, progress actions.
Ensure Factory Risk Assessments are up to date and compliant.
Work with the factory team to implement the strategic plan for the site.
Audit the Integrated Management System (IMS).
Collate process and report all factory HSE data.
Manage skills matrix and course bookings.
Collaborate with all business stakeholders to ensure the Safety Health & Environment Strategy is delivered and all relevant legislation is always compiled to.
Provide accurate, timely and technical advice to colleagues in resolving issues in H&S and reducing environmental impact.
Use data to identify and prioritise issues that affect the business, establish their root cause, and provide findings and recommendations for business improvement.
Manage occupational health monitoring in line with the business policies.
Essential Qualifications & Experience of Health and Safety Advisor
NEBOSH General Certificate
Excellent communication skills
Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
Previous experience with ISO 45001, 14001 management systems (Desireable)
Experience of undertaking H & S, or HSE/SHE responsibilities
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The Apprentice (Academic Office Assistant – Student Records) is part of Kellogg College’s Academic Office, working alongside the Academic Registrar, Academic Advisors, the Academic Officer and Administrators.
The role role includes maintaining student records, assisting with enrolment and contributing to smooth, effective office operations.
Some of your day-to-day activities will be:
Student Record Keeping
Contribute to the maintenance of accurate student records, updating the college’s management system (SITS:eVision for Colleges), and physical student records in the archive as needed.
Assist with the student enrolment exercise by completing designated tasks such as completing right to study visa checks, responding to student queries and distributing university cards
Assist the Academic Advisor and Academic Officer by completing designated tasks such as data-entry for the fee billing exercise, data-entry for the college advisor allocation exercise, and administrative support for graduation and matriculation ceremonies
Complete a termly address check to ensure residency requirements for full-time students are met
Student Administration
Assist the Academic Registrar and Academic Advisor with exam administration (exam entries, change of options, in-college examinations and invigilation)
Stamp and sign student enrolment certificates, or create confirmation letters by request
Provide transcripts and other documents upon request from alumni
Ordering of replacement cards for on-course students as needed
Academic Office Administration
Provide a friendly point of contact for variable and diverse queries in the Academic Office for students, staff and visitors, responding to enquiries in person, online, by phone, or email. Report any issues that arise
Provide administrative support to the Academic Office; filing, photocopying, note taking, preparing, and distributing papers, letters, and other correspondence, and carrying out small administrative projects as needed by the department
Job descriptions can never be comprehensive, and you may be required to undertake other similar tasks and responsibilities. Training:Duration:
15-months practical training period, plus 3-months for End Point Assessment
Delivery model:
Work-based training with your employer
10 days Business Professionals training at college
Approximately 12 on-site assessment visits per year
Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours per week of an apprentice’s time at work
Qualifications included:
Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship standard
End Point Assessment:
Knowledge test
Portfolio based interview
Project/improvement presentation
Training Outcome:Over 80% of our apprentices continue with us in the role they have been trained for after their apprenticeship and that is just the start of their career.Employer Description:We are the largest employer in Oxfordshire with around 17,000 staff working in and around Oxford in a huge range of roles. Our apprentices are never on their own and will benefit from a supportive environment working in collaboration with the rest of our committed team. You will also be supported by the central apprenticeship team and you will join our growing network of apprentices within the university. You will have the opportunity to become an apprenticeship ambassador for the University and region. We will provide you with a welcoming and inclusive workplace, offering support and development opportunities that will enable you to progress and do your best work. We recognise diversity as our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, and we aspire to build a truly diverse community, which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, office hours to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,MS Excel, Outlook and Word,Willing to learn new skills,Adaptability,Can learn to meet deadlines,Proactive,Able to work independently,Discretion and confidentiality....Read more...
