Structured Cabling Engineer (Airports / Smart Buildings)

Structured Cabling Engineer (Airports / Smart Buildings)

Full-Time 35000 - 45000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join a team to install and maintain smart building tech at Gatwick Airport.
  • Company: Dynamic company focused on innovative smart building solutions.
  • Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, training, and career progression opportunities.
  • Other info: Monday to Friday role with potential night shifts for flexibility.
  • Why this job: Work with cutting-edge technology in a vibrant airport environment.
  • Qualifications: 3+ years in structured cabling, ECS/CSCS card, relevant certifications.

The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ 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) employer: PLATFORM&CO PTE. LTD.

Join a forward-thinking company at Gatwick Airport, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to advancing smart building technologies. We offer a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth through training and certifications, ensuring you can develop your technical skills in a high-profile environment. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, this role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge infrastructure while enjoying a balanced work schedule.

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Contact Details:

PLATFORM&CO PTE. LTD. Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Structured Cabling Engineer (Airports / Smart Buildings)

Copper Cabling Installation
Fibre Cabling Installation
Testing with Fluke Equipment
CCTV Installation
Access Control Systems
Wi-Fi Access Points Installation
IoT Sensors Installation