Data Cabling & Network Installation Engineer
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£41,700
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5242 Telecoms and related network installers and repairers Most likely code | £33,400 Clears | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses |
5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers Also possible | £33,400 Clears | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
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Data Cabling & Network Installation Engineer
Swansea, with regular travel | 🕒 Full-time | 📅 Starting ASAP
Do you enjoy solving technical problems, being hands-on, and developing new skills? If you're motivated, practical, and take pride in delivering quality work, we'd love to hear from you.
We're looking for a Data Cabling & Network Installation Engineer to join our growing installation team. This is a field-based role working on projects across the UK, installing structured cabling and network infrastructure in a wide range of commercial environments.
No previous experience in data cabling is essential – we will provide full training for the right candidate.
🏢The Role:
You'll be travelling to customer sites throughout the UK, installing and maintaining structured cabling and network infrastructure for commercial clients.
Projects are typically carried out in:
- Schools and colleges
- Office buildings
- Manufacturing facilities
- Warehouses
- Distribution centres
- Other commercial premises
As travel is a key part of the role, overnight accommodation is provided Monday to Friday when required.
🔧 What You’ll Be Doing:
- Install structured cabling including Cat5e, Cat6 and Cat6A.
- Install fibre optic cabling, including pre-terminated fibre.
- Install and terminate network outlets.
- Install wireless access points (WAPs).
- Install IP CCTV cameras and associated network equipment.
- Diagnose and rectify faults on structured cabling systems.
- Install containment systems including trunking, PVC and steel conduit, cable tray, and basket.
- Install AV equipment including large format displays and interactive screens.
- Deliver a professional, courteous, and efficient service to customers.
- Maintain high standards of workmanship and health & safety on every project.
🎯 What We’re Looking For:
- Enthusiastic and eager to learn.
- A practical problem solver with good attention to detail.
- Reliable with a strong work ethic.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Comfortable travelling and working away from home during the week if necessary.
- Professional when interacting with customers and other trades.
Essential Requirements
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Ability to pass a DBS check.
- Competent using hand and power tools.
- Good communication skills.
- Willingness to travel throughout the UK and stay away Monday to Friday when required.
Desirable Qualifications
The following are advantageous but not essential, as training can be provided:
- ECS or CSCS Card.
- IPAF
- PASMA
- Experience with structured cabling installations.
- Fibre optic installation experience.
- AV installation experience.
- Network infrastructure or CCTV installation experience.
🏆What you’ll get:
- Competitive salary up to £36,000 depending on experience.
- Private healthcare & healthcare cash plan
- Pension contributions above minimum requirement (matched up to 7%)
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays upon starting, increasing by a day each year to a maximum of 30 days
- Salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme
- Enhanced parental leave
- Technology scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Reward & recognition portal – including discounts/cashback at hundreds of retailers
If you're looking for a varied, hands-on role with excellent training, career development opportunities, and the chance to work on interesting projects across South Wales, we'd love to hear from you.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Telecoms and related network installers and repairers (SOC 5242) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~26k in sample- Middle half £32,552–41,912
- Median £35,984
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Not necessarily. Kubus Group Limited holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 5242 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.