Job Title: Transmission Engineer
Location: North of England (Field-Based)
Salary: £300 per day (Inside IR35) | 6-Month Contract
The Company
A leading telecoms delivery partner is looking to bring on a team of experienced Transmission Engineers to support a large-scale project across multiple sites in the North of England. With a strong pipeline of work and a focus on high-quality delivery, this role offers the opportunity to be part of a skilled and fast-moving team working on critical infrastructure projects.
Role & Responsibilities
* Install and commission new network elements, including active cards, passive optical components, and associated fibre/power cabling
* Commission and integrate Infinera, Ciena, and ECI equipment into live networks
* Carry out site surveys and ensure installations are completed to the highest standards
* Support network migrations, including occasional out-of-hours or night shift work
* Liaise with NOCs and project teams, maintaining clear and accurate documentation
* Travel to various sites across the North of England and potentially further afield as required
Your Skills & Experience
* Proven experience working on Virgin Media (VM) sites
* Strong technical expertise with Infinera, Ciena, and ECI transmission systems
* Sound knowledge of fibre networks and live telecoms environments
* Comfortable working independently in the field and managing time effectively
* Clean UK driving licence (essential)
* Own vehicle preferred (mileage and expenses covered as per contract)
* Must have full right to work in the UK
Company Benefits
* £300 per day (Inside IR35)
* 6-month contract with high potential for extension
* Mileage and accommodation expenses covered where applicable
* Opportunity to work on a major network rollout with a respected telecoms partner
* Day and night shift options depending on project phase