Senior Structured Cabling Installation Engineer
Field-Based Role | UK & European Travel | Career Progression Opportunities
Salary: £40,000–£46,000 per year (depending on experience and qualifications)
Hours: 40 hours per week | Overtime paid monthly
About Protek
Protek is a trusted leader in network design and installation, partnering with some of the world’s leading manufacturers in the structured cabling industry. For over 20 years, we have delivered high-performance network infrastructure solutions to major technology, e-commerce, and film companies across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America.
From our head office in North Baddesley, near Southampton, our highly trained and accredited team of Designers, Project Managers, and Engineers deliver projects to the very highest standards. We pride ourselves on quality, professionalism, and long-term client relationships built on trust and excellence.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Senior Structure Cabling Installation Engineer to join our growing team.
This is a hands-on, field-based role installing and maintaining structured cabling systems within professional office environments. You’ll work closely with our engineers and apprentices to deliver high-quality projects that meet strict industry standards.
The role involves regular travel, primarily across Europe, with occasional projects further afield (always aligned with UK government safety guidance). Assignments typically last no longer than 12 days at a time.
Although predominantly field-based, you must live within a commutable distance of our offices in North Baddesley, Southampton, as you will occasionally need to collect tools/materials from the office.
Key Responsibilities
- Installation of Category 6 and Category 6a structured cabling
- Installation, termination and testing of fibre optic cabling
- Terminating, testing and certifying structured cabling systems
- Racking, stacking and patching in communications rooms
- Accurately updating project documentation and customer records
- Maintaining high standards of workmanship, safety, and professionalism on site
About You
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience installing structured network cabling (Cat6/Cat6a)
- Strong technical knowledge and excellent practical skills
- High attention to detail and pride in your work
- Industry certifications (CommScope, Panduit, Leviton etc.) – desirable but not essential
- Experience with Fluke testing equipment (LinkWare Live desirable)
- Competence with Microsoft Word, Excel, and general IT systems
- Professional, polite, and well-presented manner
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Full UK driving licence and your own vehicle
- Legal authorisation to work in the UK
- SC clearance desirable (or willingness to undergo clearance/background checks)
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £40,000–£46,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications
- 40 hours per week
- 20 days paid holiday
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing, respected company
STRICTLY NO AGENCIES
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £40,000.00-£46,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Please confirm you live within a commutable distance of our offices in North Baddesley, Southampton, SO52 9DF
Experience:
- structured cabling installation: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
