Technician [General Ops] - Wimbledon Telecoms Depot

About the role

Join Our Route Telecoms Team
We're looking for a skilled and motivated Technician to join our Route Telecoms team based at Wimbledon Telecoms Depot.

In this role, you'll help keep our railway connected and performing at its best by supporting route-wide fault finding, maintenance and renewal activities.

You'll be part of the General Op's Section, working hands-on with copper and fibre systems that keep critical communications flowing.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections, fault finding, maintenance and renewal work safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Lead a team when required, ensuring work is delivered effectively and in line with procedures.
• Set up and maintain strong safety arrangements for all staff under your control, including contractors.
• Work safely following Safe Systems of Work, method statements and relevant instructions.
• Undertake tasks you're trained and competent to perform, maintaining high levels of professionalism.
• Monitor and check work quality, confirming assets meet the required performance and safety standards.
• Verify staff competencies to ensure everyone working under you is qualified and compliant.
• Ensure vehicles, tools, plant and equipment are safe, fit for use, and stored or disposed of correctly.
• Accurately report completed and outstanding work, maintaining records as needed.
• Take ownership of your development and support the growth of others.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Deputise for the Section Manager when needed.

Requirements

Experience Working With Telecoms Equipment Such As Copper and fibre cable networks
PDH and SDH transmission equipment
CISCO routers
GSM-R radio network
Telecoms switches and exchanges

Ability to climb and maintain telecoms masts, holding or willing to gain Working at Heights competencies

Qualifications

N/A

Skills

N/A

Benefits

Generous annual leave (27 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
Defined benefit pension scheme.
75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets.
Up to 75% off leisure travel.
Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
Carer's leave to support those who matter.
Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.

Pay

£34,299 IMC51 + Location Allowance

Schedule

Full-Time