Job Description: Data Cabling Contract Engineer
Location: London (Multiple Sites)
Sector: Commercial Fit-out & Data Centre Construction
Engagement: Contract (Weekly Pay)
Standard Hours: 07:30/08:00 start (8-hour minimum; 10–12 hour shifts available)
Position Overview
We are currently recruiting experienced Data Cabling Contract Engineers to support a variety of structured cabling installation projects throughout London. The roles involve working within active commercial construction sites and live data centre environments. We are looking for productive, self-starting professionals who can work effectively as part of a technical team.
Technical Scope of Work
Copper Installation: Professional installation, termination, and testing of Cat6 and Cat6a cabling.
Fibre Optics: Skilled handling and installation of various fibre optic cable types.
Testing & Documentation: Ensuring all installations meet project specifications through rigorous testing and precise labeling.
Essential Requirements
To qualify for this role, engineers must have the following in place:
Certification: A valid ECS Card is mandatory.
Tooling: Must provide own hand tools for data termination, as well as power tools (specifically drills).
Labelling: Ownership of a Dymo or equivalent industrial labeling machine.
Safety: Full 5-point PPE (Hard Hat, High-Vis, Steel Toe Boots, Safety Glasses, and Gloves).
Experience: Proven background in structured cabling within construction or data centre settings.
Desired Qualifications
The following certifications are not required but are highly advantageous:
IPAF / PASMA licenses.
SMSTS / SSSTS site supervision qualifications.
1st Aid
Manual Handling, Asbestos Awareness, Working at Heights
Working Hours & Compensation
Day Rates: Paid on a weekly basis. Ideally, looking for contractors set up with UTR numbers, to be paid via the CIS scheme.
Shift Patterns: Standard days start between 07:30 and 08:00 for a minimum of 8 hours.
Overtime: For engineers seeking additional hours, 10–12 hour shifts are frequently available depending on project requirements.
Application Process
Interested candidates should apply for this job and submit their CV detailing relevant project experience