Overhead Telecoms Engineers
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Position Overview & Specifications
We at VEA Telecoms are urgently recruiting for experienced & certified Overhead Cabling Specialists for multiple sites across the Manchester region.
Majority of work is on Mewps but manual installation maybe required. Training can be provided for IPAF certs.
We are one of the fastest growing Tier 1 suppliers in the Uk with ambitious growth plans, we want you to be a part of and enjoy the success the company will achieve through the growing projects throughout the group's visions.
- Previous Telecoms specifically Overhead Cabling experience is essesntial
- The role is field based and offers excellent training, accreditation and career progression
- Candidates must a full UK drivers licence and transport as sites will vary across the regions
Essential requirements:
- NRSWA - Signing, Lighting and Guarding (SLG)
- SA001 - Overhead Safety
- SA002 - Underground Safety
- SA008 - PIA Overhead Cabling Installation
Additional Company Benefits:
- Sign on Bonus (potential for the right candidates)
- Company Pension - 8%
- Life Insurance - 4 x Basic Salary
- Disability Cover - 6 Months
We do not provide vans to individual engineers but can be used from our yard in Heaton unless you progress into a Team Lead or Supervisor role in the future.
We have experienced and hardworking teams that are currently breaking month by month targets and need more assistance to grow and expand the operation.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Life insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Overhead Engineers
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Overhead Telecoms Engineers roles across VEA Telecoms UK Limited's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,000 - £35,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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