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Junior Telecoms Engineer

Southern Communications Ltd
Posted 3 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Basingstoke, Hampshire RG25 2AD, England

Salary

£26,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Junior Telecoms Engineer position in Dummer, Basingstoke offers a salary of £25,000.
  • This role involves the installation and maintenance of hosted telephone systems and structured cabling across the UK.
  • Candidates should have a strong interest in IT and networking, with a proactive attitude and willingness to travel.
  • No prior telecoms experience is required as full training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to start their career in the industry.
  • A full UK driving license is essential, and applicants should be prepared for occasional overnight stays.

Junior Telecoms Engineer

Location: Dummer, Basingstoke

Salary: £25,000

As a Junior Telecoms Engineer, you will play a key role in the installation and maintenance of hosted telephone systems and structured cabling for clients across the UK. This is a hands-on technical role that involves troubleshooting, problem-solving, and working closely with other engineers to deliver high-quality telecom solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in IT and networking, a proactive attitude, and a willingness to travel and work in varied environments. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced industry with full training and career progression available.

Key Responsibilities

-Work closely with and report to a Senior Engineer, assisting with installations and troubleshooting.

-Learn on the job by gaining hands-on experience in real-life installation environments.

-Assist in and complete the installation of structured cabling, hosted telephone systems and network equipment.

-Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to telecoms and network installations.

-Train customers on their new telephone systems and technology, ensuring they understand how to use them effectively.

-Maintain and take responsibility for a company-supplied van, ensuring it is well-kept and stocked with necessary tools and equipment.

-Follow health and safety guidelines and adhere to company standards during all installations.

-Travel to customer sites across the UK, with occasional overnight stays as required.

-Diary management and understanding where future jobs are located and what may be required for each site.

Skills & Experience

-Positive can-do attitude.

-Proven problem-solving attitude.

-Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

-A background or interest in IT, networking or telecommunications.

-Hands-on experience with cabling, hardware, or technical troubleshooting is a plus.

-Previous telecoms experience is desirable but not essential well provide full training.

-High level of attention to detail with ability to think clearly and analytically.

-Strong organisational, planning, and time management skills.

-Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

-Multi-tasker with ability to juggle multiple responsibilities.

-Ability to work away from home on occasions.

-Someone not afraid of early starts or late finishes when required.

-A full UK driving license (essential). A company van will be provided.

Benefits:

21 days holiday + your birthday off

Holiday purchase scheme

Career progression and full training

Uncapped overtime and bonus opportunities

The chance to travel

Hands on experience with the latest telecoms technology

Subsidised café (Head Office)

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In order to submit this application, a TotalJobs account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all TotalJobs’ services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to TotalJobs’ Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to TotalJobs and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.