At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team installing and maintaining smart building tech at Gatwick Airport.
- Company: Dynamic company focused on innovative infrastructure solutions.
- Benefits: Training, certifications, and opportunities for long-term career progression.
- Other info: Work Monday to Friday with potential night shifts; perfect for tech enthusiasts!
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies in a live environment.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in structured cabling, ECS/CSCS card, and relevant certifications.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
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.
Key Responsibilities
- 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
Requirements
- 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
About You
- 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
- Monday–Friday (7:30am – 5pm)
- Flexibility for night shifts (7:30pm – 5am)
Structured Cabling Engineer (Airports / Smart Buildings) in Crawley employer: PLATFORM&CO PTE. LTD.
Join a forward-thinking team at Gatwick Airport, where we prioritise innovation and employee development in the realm of smart building technology. As a Structured Cabling Engineer, you'll benefit from a collaborative work culture that encourages continuous learning through training and certifications, while also enjoying the excitement of working in a dynamic airport environment. With a focus on career progression and exposure to cutting-edge technologies, this role offers a rewarding opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their field.
