Infrastructure Technician

Infrastructure Technician - Gatwick - £30,000K PA - £36,000K PA (Depending on experience) - Permanent role ****
About the role:
As a Smart Building Infrastructure Technician, you will be based at Gatwick Airport, working within our clients dedicated team responsible for the on-site installation, support and maintenance of specialist smart building technology across the entire estate.
Whilst you will have strong underlying competencies in the installation of copper and fibre network infrastructure, you will also have a willingness to learn and further develop skills, working across multiple smart technologies including, Audio-Visual, Electronic Security, IoT and Wired, Wireless & Mobile Networks.
By demonstrating solid levels of knowledge, skills and expertise in cabling infrastructure and associated tech equipment installation, you will help the team to deliver projects on time and on budget, with a focus on technical excellence and maintaining Health and Safety standards.
You will also provide consistently high levels of customer service, this being a vital part of the role, and achieved by working diligently to accurately interpret and deliver our customers’ needs.
Key tasks / responsibilities:
Copper and Fibre ICT Infrastructure:

• Install, terminate, and test copper (CAT-5e/6/6A), fibre optic (OS1/2 & OM3/4/5) and voice (CW1308) ICT cabling infrastructure.
  
• Install, terminate and test Electronic Security & Audio-Visual cabling infrastructure.
  
• Conduct infrastructure testing with Fluke test equipment and management software (Linkware) and ensure compliance with manufacturer, customer and published standards.
  Other Smart Building Technologies and Systems:
  
• Prepare, construct and install telecommunications equipment cabinets, either pre-built or from flat-pack.
  
• Arrange and install fixtures and fittings appropriate for the intended use.
  
• Install containment systems in a safe manner, using the correct tools and methods for cutting, shaping and mounting tray, basket trunking and conduit.
  
• Install end-point equipment i.e., Electronics Security (cameras & doors), Wi-Fi & Mobile Access Points, IoT Sensors and Audio-Visual devices using appropriate fixings and media.
  
• Install network equipment into cabinets, in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications including servers, routers, switches, controllers and WAN equipment.
  
• Carry out all equipment and system patching.
  Maintenance and Fault Finding
  
• Support our technology commissioning teams with commissioning, maintenance, servicing, fault-finding, fault rectification, decommissioning and equipment relocation.
  
• Carry out network infrastructure maintenance tasks. Identify, locate and repair common faults.
  Documentation:
  
• Complete accurate, timely documentation and provide appropriate certification to the customer
  
• Report on progress and any issues affecting the work to line managers, using designated systems and agreed processes.
  Health & Safety:
  
• Comply with Risk Assessment, Method Statement (RAMS) and on-site Health and Safety requirements.
  Work from construction drawings, diagrams and schematics, scopes and specifications, ensuring responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974; in particular, the need to take care of own health and safety in the workplace, whilst also being responsible for those that might be affected by own actions.
  Knowledge Required:
  
• Understand the basic elements of IT network architecture, including the range of cable types and networking equipment.
  
• Understand the test parameters for copper and fibre cable certification in accordance with appropriate industry standards e.g., BSEN 50346 – Information Technology-Testing of Installed Cables, the routine for test equipment service and calibration.
  
• Possess an understanding of Access Control installation standards including break glass units, sounder beacons and maglocks, plus CCTV installation and configuration.
  
• Possess an understanding of the installation of containment systems.
  
• Understand the types of health and safety risk that could be incurred whilst carrying out cable installation tasks, who might be affected by the risk, and what actions can be taken to mitigate the risk.
  
• Aware of legislative requirements under the Working at Height regulations, including personal competence and inspection regimes, with particular relevance to the need for PASMA training and certification.
  
• Familiar with the concept of the ‘internet of things’ (IoT) and the effects of emerging technologies on media selection, installation practices and additional testing requirements.
  
• Familiar with the structural components of equipment racks/cabinets and how to assemble them to meet the requirements on the infrastructure design.
  
• Understand the need to maintain accurate documentation and the depth of information required for successful completion and handover to the customer.
  Essential:
  A valid ECS/CSCS Card.
  A relevant qualification, e.g., CNet CNCI®, CNet CNIT ®, BICSI Installer Level 2/3 or a recognised equivalent.
  Full, clean Driving Licence.
  Desirable:
  First Aid (preferable).
  Minimum 5 A*-C GCSE's, including Maths and English.
  IPAF or PASMA.
  Experience essential:
  At least 3 years relevant practical experience in a similar role.
  Experience installing mainstream copper and fibre ICT cabling systems.
  Awareness of Audio Visual, Electronic Security, IoT, and Wired & Wireless Network architecture.
  Desirable:
  Previous experience within critical infrastructure at an airport or Transport hub would be advantageous.
  Containment installation experience (Conduit, Basket/Tray, Metal and PVC).
  Working hours:
  Monday to Friday – 7.30am to 5pm
  Flexibility to work night shifts – 7.30pm to 5am
  Overtime (if / when available).
  If you are interested in the above role, PLEASE APPLY, If suitable I will then be in contact to discuss the role in more detail.
  *** Infrastructure Technician - Gatwick - £30,000k PA - £36,000K PA (Depending on experience) - Permanent role