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Field Engineer - Telecommunications
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 5242 (65% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and Consult is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Field Engineer – Telecommunications
Location: Glasgow (Field-Based)
Pay Rate: Up to £240 per day (Outside IR35)
Contract: Contract
Working Pattern: Full-Time
Travel: Regular travel throughout Scotland, with participation in a 24/7 on-call rota
A leading telecommunications and network infrastructure provider is seeking a Field Engineer to support the delivery, maintenance and assurance of critical communications networks across Scotland.
Working within a highly skilled engineering team, you'll be responsible for the installation, commissioning, maintenance and fault resolution of telecommunications infrastructure supporting critical national utility services. This role combines project delivery with operational support, ensuring network reliability while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety and customer service.
Responsibilities:
- Installing, commissioning and maintaining telecommunications network infrastructure
- Providing first-line fault response, maintenance and network assurance activities
- Supporting project delivery alongside engineering and project management teams
- Diagnosing and resolving network faults across a range of communication technologies
- Completing preventative maintenance and routine inspection activities
- Maintaining accurate technical documentation and project records
- Monitoring project progress and escalating technical risks where appropriate
- Ensuring all work is completed safely and in accordance with quality and compliance standards
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across engineering operations
- Participating in an out-of-hours on-call rota to support critical network services
About You:
- Proven experience as a Telecommunications, Network or Field Engineer
If you're interested in the above role then please click apply or get in touch to discuss further.
Consult will endeavour to contact candidates within 14 days of application. However, if you do not hear back after 2 weeks then please assume on this occasion, unfortunately, you have not been successful.
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Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 5242 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~24k in sampleSimilar sponsored roles
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Consult 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.