Network/Telecoms Engineer

Equans is looking for a Network/Telecoms Engineer to join our team at EDF at Heysham Power Station for a 12 month Fixed-Term contract. This is a full time role working 37 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

General Overview

Working within the Network& Telecoms Team you will be responsible for carrying out repairs, planned installations and maintenance work on the Station Telecoms& IT Network.

Main Responsibilities:

Effect repairs to the Network as required. Undertake essential repair works and general maintenance activities at the request of the Team leader. Complete new installation works, complete all report sheets and test certificates as necessary and mark up any drawing alterations. Carry out planned preventative maintenance inspections in accordance with published procedures. Complete all Task/Risk Assessment sheets relating to work.

Technical Competence:
Must demonstrate a methodical approach to tasks and plan accurately
Able to follow technical drawings and plans specifications, schedules, and manufacturers details.
Numerical ability for measuring and making calculations (material estimates and measurements)
Knowledge of a broad spectrum of Telecommunication systems.
Knowledge of the safe operation of basic hand and power tools
Understand Network principles and topologies (LAN/WAN), data communication protocols, network operating platforms with respect to the Station and organisational standards.
Ensuring provision of networked infrastructure services meet international compliance, integrity, security, and availability standards.
Liaison with the Help Desk with respect to resolving problems within defined service levels; action of Work Order requirements assigned by the Equans Workflow Process.
Understanding of broad spectrum of Telecommunications Systems, comprising; Digital Radio (DMR), Conventional/IP Telephony, Public Address, Analogue Digital CCTV, Broadcast standard digital media systems and Radiopaging.

Industry Qualifications:
Must have been a registered apprentice or undergone some equivalent method of training
Practical training in the Networks & Telecoms Technical Discipline

Equans / EDF Training Requirements:
Equans Induction (Mandatory)
Equans Health and Safety (level one) including COSHH(Mandatory)
Equans Manual Handling (Mandatory)
EDF - Safe Unescorted Access to Site (Site Specific) (Mandatory)
EDF - Entry into Radiation and Contamination Controlled Areas (EIRCA & EICCA) (Mandatory)
EDF - Generic Dressing / Undressing for CCA (DUCCA) (Mandatory)
EDF Fire Prevention (Mandatory)
EDF Competent Person (Mandatory)
EDF Competent Person E&M
EDF Foreign Materials Exclusion (Mandatory)

Accountabilities
Key Performance Indicators:
Planning & Organising
Work with appropriate line supervisors to ensure that tasks are planned and delivered to client specification and agreed service requirements.
Plan and prioritise work
Shows clear understanding of role objectives and responsibilities.
Work schedules and projects are prioritised appropriately and delivered on time.
An ability to work under pressure taking ownership of all delegated tasks ensuring that all work is of a high standard.

Operational Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with statutory and company procedures, maintaining up to date knowledge of H/S and Environmental regulations
Provide out of hours cover where required
Complete relevant paperwork
Compliant with all safety related policies and procedures
Identification and reporting of areas and procedures that fail to meet expected standards (Safety, Technical and Environmental)
Appropriate risk assessments undertaken on all work.
Rectifies problems where appropriate (ensuring that the correct procedures are followed)
All paperwork completed (permits, reports and work order cards) is accurate and submitted within set time scales.

Teamwork
Establish good working relationships with other team members, provide guidance to others (e.g., apprentices)
Willingly contribute to the overall team and company objectives, responding quickly to new directives
Delivers/Contributes to pre-job briefs, exchanging ideas and putting forward suggestions to improve team performance.
Positive feedback from other team members.
Good communication skills, with the ability to communicate at all levels in a clear and concise manner. Interacting positively with the client and their representatives, proactively sharing information with others.

Health & Safety
Reads and understands the relevant generic Risk Assessment
Completes Point of work Risk Assessment
Ensures appropriate PPE is worn/used and is good working order
Ensures work area is protected using appropriate barriers/signs
Ensures full training has been received for each aspect of the job
Ensures work area is left safe on completion of the job
Uses appropriate access equipment where necessary

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

24 days annual leave (+ public holidays) Life Cover equivalent to 1 times annual salary Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers Gym membership discounts  Cycle to work scheme  Holiday purchase scheme 2 corporate social responsibility days per year Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals. 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly , employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans 13, UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

ENGENG

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act . 

At Equans were committed to delivering a culture where everyones voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. 

You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.

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