Senior Cabling / Smart Hands Engineer (Data Centre & Corporate) - ContractMultiple UK Locations - ASAP Start - Contract until 30/09OverviewWe're looking for experienced Senior Cabing / Smart Hands Engineers to support critical infrastructure work across data centre and corporate environments. This is a hands-on role for someone who is confident working to high standards under change control, following structured patching schedules, and delivering quality installs, terminations, and testing, particularly across fibre and structured cabling.You'll be part of a project team delivering physical network infrastructure services including cabling, pathways, rack work, and 'smart hands' support to remote network/system administrators.Openings & Locations (Headcount)Birmingham Leeds Manchester Peterborough Reading Contract DetailsStart date: ASAPEnd date: 30/09Working pattern: Flexible hours; night/shift/weekend work may be required depending on project needsTravel: Must be willing and able to travel within the UK, and international travel (including flights) may be required on some projectsPay (Hourly + Annual Equivalent)You can engage via Umbrella:Umbrella£19.33 per hourApprox. £37,693.50 per annum equivalentWhat You'll Be Doing (Key Responsibilities)Structured Cabling & Fibre DeliveryInstall, terminate, label, and test structured cabling in data centre and corporate settingsPerform fibre optic installation, termination & testing (including fault finding and remediation)Conduct testing using Fluke test equipment and produce/interpret test resultsDiagnose cable faults, resolve issues efficiently, and maintain quality standards throughoutPathways, Containment & Physical InstallInstall cable pathways/containment such as basket trays, trunking, fibre runnerRoute cables neatly and safely, ensuring compliance with site standards and best practiceMaintain tidy work areas and follow site processes (access, permits, change windows, etc.)Rack & Network Hardware Support (Smart Hands)Install power and data connection cables within server and networking racksSupport rack-and-stack activities for active network hardware (switches/routers/servers)Follow patching schedules/cut sheets accurately; execute changes with attention to detailProvide on-site support to remote network and systems administrators (e.g., guided tasks, visual checks, cable tracing, component swaps)Apply basic IP addressing tasks under instruction/directionSafety, Quality & Professional ConductWork to strict Health & Safety standards, including risk awareness and safe systems of workCommunicate clearly and professionally with stakeholders at all levels (site teams, project managers, engineers, customer contacts)Deliver work that meets agreed quality standards, documentation requirements, and timelinesWhat We're Looking For (Essential Requirements)Minimum 3 years' hands-on experience in the structured cabling industryVery familiar working within data centre and corporate environmentsStrong understanding of structured cabling solutions and industry best practiceProven capability installing, terminating, and testing fibre optic cablesConfident using Fluke test tools and completing fault diagnosisAbility to read, understand, and execute from patching schedules/cut sheetsDemonstrable experience:Pathway/containment installation (basket, trunking, fibre runner)Rack-level cabling and connectivityRack-and-stack of active hardware (switches, routers, servers)Strong communication skills and a professional, proactive attitudeWillingness to work flexible hours and support shift/weekend work if requiredWillingness to travel within the UK and potentially overseas as part of a teamCertifications & Accreditation (Essential)Health & Safety training aligned to construction environments, such as: CSCS / ECS (or local/country equivalent affiliated to the relevant construction industry training board)At least 3 industry or manufacturer installation accreditations (e.g., CommScope, Corning, Panduit, or other leading brands)Completed an industry-recognised structured cabling and fibre optic course, e.g.: CNET CNIT, BICSI Engineer, BICSI Technician, City & Guilds, or equivalent (e.g., B-TEC)Desirable (Nice to Have)IPAF and/or PASMA (or local/country equivalent powered access qualification)Experience installing and configuring UPS systemsWhat Success Looks LikeHigh-quality terminations and test results delivered right-first-timeAccurate, clean patching executed to schedule with minimal reworkSafe, compliant working with strong housekeeping and documentationDependable on-site support to remote teams and project stakeholdersProfessional communication and strong ownership of tasks through to completionJBRP1_UKTJ