Commissioner - Optical Networks

Location: Regional

Department: Communications

We have set out to be the market leader in technology and connectivity integration across UK infrastructure.

We will draw upon our core values and out-perform others, delivering excellence through customer responsiveness, collaboration, and innovation. In doing so we will create a sustainable future for our people and our customers, reshaping and influencing the industries we operate in.

Working in partnership with our customer we intend to achieve the extraordinary.

About The Role

We have a very exciting opportunity for a Commissioning Engineer to join our global optical networks division. Working with world-class clients you will be a part of the team delivering next-generation upgrades and modifications to enhance technology and connectivity of communications networks across the globe.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

As part of your day to day role, you are responsible for the following:

• Take ownership and responsibility for the completion of installation, testing & commissioning activities for Control & Communications projects.
• Implement test & commissioning processes and procedures described within the Linbrooke Services management system for projects / bids.
• Ensure that all reasonable care is taken to ensure that work is conducted professionally and safely and in accordance with agreed standards.
• Liaise and assist the HSQE team to ensure due regard is given to safety / quality and environmental issues associated with projects/bids.
• Act as TIC (Tester in Charge) for projects.
• Undertake testing & commissioning work in accordance with the approved test documentation.
• Carry out technical installation works in support of projects.
• Undertake site testing including FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing), SAT (Site Acceptance Testing) and EIS (Enter in to Service) testing when authorised to do so in the capacity of TIC.
• Provide evidence of testing & commissioning through the completion of test certificates and associated documentation.
• Support the Technical Support Manager in continuous improvement of test activities to realise cost & programme efficiencies.
• Provide technical support to internal and external customers for the installation and commissioning of equipment and systems.
• Ensure a robust and documented handover process is executed from the construction organisation prior to the commencement of testing.
• Coach and mentor junior staff for I&C activities.
• Attend internal and external meeting as required to represent the testing and commissioning group.

The above list is not exhaustive, and you will occasionally be asked to undertake additional duties where it is reasonable and appropriate.

Essential Attributes & Skills

• BT Obass Online Security Training
• Working at Height Theory & Awareness Training
• Working at Height Practical Training
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good team member with organisational and time management skills.
• IT literate – Microsoft Office.
• Driving licence.
• Thorough knowledge of aspects of telecoms testing & commissioning as applied to railway telecommunications.
• Good understanding and appreciation of the CDM Regulations.
• Good practical experience and appreciation of system technical installation, testing & commissioning, safety concepts and associated decision making as applied to railway telecommunications

Schedule

Mixed

Location

UK and abroad

Benefits

When you join Linbrooke, you are entitled to our outstanding benefits and wellbeing plan as part of your position.

Health & Wellbeing: Supercharged health and wellbeing plan by Westfield Health and EAP employee assistance programme.

Fitness & Rewards: Fitness discounts with My Gym and Westfield Health Rewards. Stay on top of your game and save £££.

Community: Volunteering is big at Linbrooke. You can take 1 day off work to support causes you believe in. And you will get paid for doing it.

Sick Pay: Income protection for up to 6 weeks in 12 month period. So when you are unwell you don't have to worry about your finances.

Death In Service: In the unfortunate event of death, your nominated beneficiaries will receive a tax-free lump sum equivalent to a two-year salary, for this position.

Disclaimers

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

All employees must be able to speak the English language with fluency with good oral and written skills. Fluency relates to a person's language proficiency and their ability to speak with confidence and accuracy, using accurate sentence structures and vocabulary. For those whose first language is a signed language, all reasonable adjustments will be made.

GENERAL SAFETY
Comply at all times with the requirements of Linbrooke Services’ HSEQ policies and in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act. Delivery of all work in accordance with Linbrooke Services’ quality procedures and customer standards and specifications. Support the business during quality audits and demonstrate compliance.

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