About the Role
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Telecoms & Data Engineer to join our team, responsible for installing, maintaining and supporting a wide range of telecoms, networking and connectivity solutions across customer sites.
The role will involve working with multiple technology platforms, including structured cabling, fibre optics, Wi-Fi systems, hosted voice solutions, CCTV and door access control systems. You will also support customer installations, assist with service orders, diagnose faults and provide technical support to ensure our customers receive a high-quality service.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a background in telecoms, networking or data engineering who enjoys hands-on installation work, customer interaction and working independently in a varied field-based role.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, terminate, label and test structured cabling systems, including copper and fibre optic cabling (fibre training can be provided).
- Install, configure and maintain telecoms solutions, including hosted voice platforms.
- Install and support Wi-Fi solutions, including access points and network infrastructure.
- Install and maintain CCTV and door access control systems.
- Carry out network troubleshooting, including router installation, patching and resolving on-site technical issues.
- Assist with customer orders, installations and service requests.
- Provide professional customer support, including system handovers and user training.
- Maintain accurate records of completed work and update relevant documentation.
- Work safely and professionally while representing the company at customer locations.
About You
You will ideally have experience within the telecoms, networking or data installation industry and enjoy working in a practical, customer-focused environment.
You should be:
- Comfortable working independently at customer sites.
- Confident communicating with customers and providing technical guidance.
- Able to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
- Practical, organised and willing to learn new technologies.
- Professional, reliable and committed to delivering excellent service.
Essential Requirements
- Experience in telecoms, networking, data cabling or a related technical field.
- Knowledge of structured cabling and network installations.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable Experience
- Fibre optic installation and testing experience (training available).
- Experience with hosted voice platforms.
- Experience with Wi-Fi, CCTV or access control systems.
- Relevant industry certifications or technical training.
Why Join Us?
Communications South was established in Portsmouth, Hampshire in 1989 and has grown to become one of the leading telecommunication solutions suppliers in the southeast of England.
Over the years we have evolved to keep pace with the fast-changing telecommunications industry. We continue to develop, so that our clients receive the latest telecommunications systems to help them operate more effectively and efficiently. Customer service has been a priority at Communications South since day one. Our friendly, dedicated approach has not only helped our clients succeed but has been vital to our own growth.
You will be joining a growing technology-focused business where you will work with a variety of customers and solutions. We offer the opportunity to develop your skills, gain experience across multiple platforms and be part of a supportive team delivering quality technical solutions.
Benefits
- Company Pension Scheme
- Health & Wellbeing Programme
- Employee Discounts
- Use of Company Apartment in Spain
- Employee Referral Programme
- Birthday Leave
Pay: £32,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
Experience:
- Telecoms, Networking, Data Engineering: 2 years (required)
Language:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portsmouth PO3 6EF
