Join a leading independent technology and services provider as a technician 2.Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced Senior Cabling / Smart Hands Engineer to join our growing technical services team. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional with strong structured cabling expertise, excellent data centre experience, and the ability to support complex on-site technical activities. You will work across corporate and data centre environments, supporting infrastructure builds, installations, and remote engineering teams.

• Location: Reading
• Daily Rate: £14.90/hr PAYE, £19.34/hr - UMB
• Contract Length: 23rd March 2026 till 30th September 2026

Key Responsibilities Structured Cabling & Fibre

• Install, terminate, and test Fibre Optic and Copper cabling to industry standards.
• Perform Fluke testing, certification, and fault diagnosis.
• Install and maintain cable pathways including basket trays, trunking, and fibre runners.
• Interpret and follow patching schedules, cut sheets, and technical documentation.

Data Centre & Smart Hands Support

• Perform rack and stack of network switches, routers, servers, and other active hardware.
• Install power and data cables within server and network racks.
• Provide hands-on support to remote network and systems administrators.
• Apply basic IP addressing under guidance.
• Assist with installation and configuration of UPS systems (desirable).

Health & Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to all site-specific and industry Health & Safety requirements.
• Hold valid CSCS, ECS, or equivalent construction-related H&S certification.
• Operate powered access equipment where required (IPAF/PASMA preferred).

Professionalism & Communication

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Represent the company professionally on customer sites.
• Work collaboratively as part of a project team, both locally and internationally.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' hands-on experience in the structured cabling industry.
• Strong understanding of structured cabling solutions and standards.
• Proficient in fibre optic installation, termination, and testing.
• Experienced with Fluke test equipment.

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