Structured Cabling Engineer (Airports / Smart Buildings)

We’re recruiting a Smart Building Infrastructure Technician to join a dedicated on-site team at Gatwick Airport, supporting the installation, maintenance, and operation of smart building technology across a large and complex estate.

This is a hands-on role focused on copper and fibre cabling infrastructure, with the opportunity to work across a range of technologies including Wi-Fi, IoT, AV, and electronic security systems. You’ll be involved in full project delivery from installation through to testing, maintenance, and fault finding in a live, critical environment.

This is a great opportunity to gain exposure to high-profile infrastructure, develop your technical skillset across multiple technologies, and join a business that supports training, certifications, and long-term progression.

• Install, terminate and test copper (Cat5e/6/6A) and fibre (OS1/2, OM3/4/5) cabling
• Deliver cabling works across airport and operational environments
• Install containment systems (tray, basket, trunking, conduit)
• Rack, install and patch network equipment
• Install devices including CCTV, access control, Wi-Fi APs, IoT sensors, and AV systems
• Carry out testing using Fluke equipment and ensure compliance with standards
• Support commissioning, maintenance, and fault finding
• Complete documentation and adhere to strict health & safety procedures

• 3+ years’ experience in structured cabling or ICT infrastructure
• Strong experience with copper & fibre installations
• ECS/CSCS card
• Relevant certification (BICSI, CNet or equivalent)
• Full UK driving licence

• Hands-on and able to work independently
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Comfortable working in a live, operational environment
• Keen to develop within smart building technologies

• £30,000 – £36,000 salary
• Monday–Friday (7:30am – 5pm)
• Flexibility for night shifts (7:30pm – 5am)
• Overtime available
• Ongoing training and development

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