Job Detail

Fibre Engineer

• Field: Engineering
• Deadline: 2026-03-24 01:03
• Liverpool, Merseyside

We are looking for a skilled Fibre Engineer to join a high-profile rail telecoms team. This is an excellent career development opportunity for someone looking to progress quickly into a lead engineer role.

The engineer will work under the guidance of the Lead Installation & Test Engineer or PICOT, supporting the installation, testing, validation, and commissioning of fibre systems.

Key Responsibilities of the Fibre Engineer;

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Perform fibre installation, OTDR & insertion loss testing, verification, and validation activities under guidance.

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Support the implementation of testing strategies, commissioning plans, and migration plans.

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Identify and apply best practices in installation, testing, and commissioning.

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Ensure compliance with telecoms testing standards and safety procedures, submitting reports, site logs, and fault forms as required.

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Assist with investigations into technical incidents and deferred test logs.

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Contribute to project close-out reports and health & safety file submissions.

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Share knowledge, provide mentorship, and support continuous improvement within the team.

Requirements of the Fibre Engineer;

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Extensive OTDR & insertion loss testing experience.

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Strong fault-finding and remedial skills.

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Understanding of full project life cycle: installation, testing, remedials, commissioning.

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Supervision experience (SSSTS/SMSTS) to lead teams effectively.

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Experience with single fibre & ribbon fibre and interpretation of SLDs / AFC pack drawings.

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Accurate record-keeping: site diaries, test logs, and reports.

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Fast Reporter 3 experience (beneficial).

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City & Guilds Fibre Certification (3667 or 3668).

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PTS certification desirable; COSS certification desirable.

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Full UK driving licence.

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Railway experience is advantageous.

This permanent vacancy for a Fibre Engineer is being advertised on behalf of Benjamin-Grace Limited who are operating as an Employment Agency