Datacoms Engineer

Datacoms Technician - Job Advert£32,000 + Excellent Benefits + Comprehensive Training Must Be Eligible For SC Clearance (Minimum 5 Years in UK)

Location: Redhill / Hybrid Post Probation + travel to remote sitesSector: Satellite Communications / Enterprise Networks / Maritime & Remote Connectivity

The Opportunity

We're working with a cutting-edge communications provider delivering complex global connectivity solutions across maritime, remote sites and enterprise environments.

They're looking for a Datacoms Technician to join a high-performing Engineering team, supporting and delivering advanced networking solutions across VSAT, LTE and global infrastructures.

If you enjoy variety, problem-solving and working with modern communication technologies at scale, this is a brilliant opportunity to develop your career in a highly specialised space.

What you'll be doing

You'll play a key role in supporting and delivering customer network solutions, working across the full lifecycle from build through to support:

• Supporting and maintaining complex customer network environments (VSAT, LTE, global networks)
• Investigating and resolving escalated technical issues with a structured, customer-focused approach
• Assisting with the build, configuration, testing and installation of networks both at HQ and remote sites
• Working on a range of solutions including VoIP, firewalling, virtualisation, web filtering and high-availability systems
• Producing and maintaining clear project and technical documentation
• Supporting product evaluation, system integration and new technology adoption
• Travelling at short notice to support installations, surveys and configurations when required

What they're looking for

Essential

• Strong grounding in TCP/IP networking (routing, switching, firewalls - ideally Layer 7)
• Experience troubleshooting complex network and IT issues end-to-end
• Exposure to satellite communications and/or enterprise IT systems
• Relevant qualification (HNC/HND/Degree in IT, Networking, Electronics or similar)
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, "can do" attitude

Desirable

• Cisco or Microsoft certifications
• Linux / Windows server knowledge
• VoIP (Asterisk ideally)
• Scripting (Bash / Perl)
• Experience with system design or project delivery

Why join?

• Work on global, mission-critical communications systems
• Exposure to cutting-edge satellite and network technologies
• Opportunity to travel and support real-world deployments
• Collaborative engineering environment with strong development opportunities

The fit

This role suits someone who is:

• Technically curious and hands-on
• Comfortable in both support and project environments
• Able to manage competing priorities and think on their feet
• Keen to specialise in advanced communications and networking