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Join a leading independent technology and services provider as a Technician 2.

We are looking to recruit Senior Cabling / Smart Hands Engineer who will work within both Data Centre and Corporate environments to deliver advanced structured cabling, hardware installation, and onsite technical support.

• Location: Birmingham
• Daily Rate: A per hour rate, in-scope IR35, of £14.90/hr PAYE) OR £19.34/hr (via a Hays approved umbrella company)
• Contract Duration: 23-Mar-26 till 30-Sep-26
• Working Hours : Mon - Fri 07:00 to 19:00

Key Responsibilities:

• Work within Data Centre and Corporate environments to deliver cabling and Smart Hands support.
• Install, terminate, and test fibre optic cables.
• Use Fluke testing equipment for certification and fault diagnostics.
• Install cable pathways including basket trays, trunking, and fibre runners.
• Install power and data connection cables within server and networking racks.
• Perform rack and stack of active network hardware (switches, routers, servers).
• Follow patching schedules and cut sheets accurately.
• Provide hands-on support to remote network and systems administrators.
• Apply basic IP addressing under direction.
• Install and configure UPS systems (desirable).

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years ’ hands-on experience in the structured cabling industry.
• Strong understanding of Structured Cabling Solutions.
• Proven experience working in Data Centre and Corporate environments.
• Proficient in terminating and testing fibre optic cabling.
• Experienced with Fluke test equipment and fault finding.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Night / shift work / weekend work may be required on a project-by-project basis.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the UK and internationally for project work.

How to Apply : If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.