Telecoms Field Network Engineer Critical Network Infrastructure Central & 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 Engineer 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: OOH & unsociable hours work is required 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: Project management & delivery Routine maintenance Repair & fix Support & troubleshooting Assurance activities Support network installations Solution implementation & configuration Technical testing Order fulfilment Process management Governance & control Overview: 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 hours Candidate 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. 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