Cable Installers/Telecom Engineers (Fibre, Coax, Cat6a)
| Posting date: | 28 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £280 to £300 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | UK |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | ACK Civils |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | ACK 07-04 |
Summary
Job Title: In-Building Systems (IBS) Installation Engineer
**Department:** Telecoms Delivery
**Reporting to:** Project Manager / Field Supervisor
**Location:** Site based (travel required)
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Role Purpose
The IBS Installation Engineer is responsible for the installation, testing, commissioning and documentation of in-building mobile and fibre infrastructure systems. This includes cabling, containment, antenna systems, active equipment and associated hardware to ensure high-quality network coverage and performance within commercial, residential and public sector environments.
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Key Responsibilities
Installation & Build
* Install coaxial, fibre and structured cabling in accordance with approved design drawings and specifications.
* Mount antennas, RRUs, repeaters, splitters, combiners and containment systems.
* Install cable tray, basket, trunking and riser infrastructure.
* Carry out labelling and identification in line with project standards.
* Ensure build quality meets client and OEM requirements.
Testing & Commissioning Support
* Perform fibre testing (OTDR, light source & power meter).
* Conduct PIM and sweep testing where required.
* Support integration teams with commissioning of active equipment.
* Identify and rectify faults and escalate technical issues appropriately.
Health, Safety & Compliance
* Follow RAMS and site safety procedures at all times.
* Conduct dynamic risk assessments.
* Ensure safe use of access equipment, ladders and working at height.
* Maintain housekeeping and safe working practices within live environments.
Documentation & Reporting
* Update installation records, redlines and as-built information.
* Provide daily progress updates to supervisors / PM.
* Capture photographic evidence of works completed.
* Maintain accurate material usage records.
Client & Site Coordination
* Liaise professionally with building management, landlords and other contractors.
* Represent the company in a professional manner on customer sites.
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Skills & Experience Required
Essential
* Experience in telecoms or IBS / DAS installation.
* Knowledge of coaxial and fibre cabling techniques.
* Ability to read and interpret design drawings.
* Understanding of health & safety requirements in construction environments.
* Good communication and teamwork skills.
* Full driving licence.
* Must have right to work in the UK and be currently based in the UK
Desirable
* Experience with major OEM equipment (e.g. Ericsson, Nokia, CommScope, JMA).
* PIM / Sweep / Fibre certification experience.
* IPAF, PASMA, Working at Height.
* First Aid / CSCS / ECS.
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### **Personal Attributes**
* Detail oriented with high quality standards.
* Reliable and punctual.
* Able to work in high-profile, customer-facing environments.
* Flexible regarding working hours where required.
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### **Performance Measures (KPIs)**
* Installation quality and right-first-time delivery.
* Adherence to programme timelines.
* Compliance with safety requirements.
* Accuracy of documentation and reporting.