Telecommunications Technician – Contractor; North

Telecommunications Technician - Contractor (North UK)

Sheffield, UK | February 09, 2026

Founded in 2005, TXO is the global partner for the entire technology lifecycle. We help industries optimize, manage, deploy, and resell technology.

Our vision is to make technology more sustainable, reduce costs, minimize waste, and maximize impact. We help companies worldwide increase efficiency, control costs, and achieve environmental goals.

By applying circular economy principles, supporting EOSL, and responsible asset recovery, we extend the lifespan of infrastructure while reducing economic and environmental impacts. Through urban mining and asset recovery, we help reduce dependence on raw materials, thereby increasing performance, profit, and purpose.

We operate globally with key hubs in the UK, US, Sweden, France, Germany, Australia, Japan, and Brazil. With the support of Tower Brook Delta, we are accelerating the transition to a smarter, more sustainable network ecosystem.

Join our team and shape technology for a more sustainable future.

We are engaging an experienced Telecommunications Engineer on a day-rate contract to support fibre network delivery across UK telecom facilities and data centres. Working with tier 1 telecommunications companies, the contractor will provide hands‑on expertise in Optical Distribution Frame installation, fibre management, testing, and fault resolution. You will be working with a colleague, as a pair, to deliver high‑quality fibre work with minimal supervision.

• Engagement Type:
  Day‑rate contractor
• Contract Length:
  Project‑based / 1 year+ rolling
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP or by agreement
• Rate:
  Competitive UK day rate (dependent on experience and scope)
• IR35 Status:
  Inside / Outside to be confirmed per engagement

We are engaging an experienced Telecommunications Engineer on a day‑rate contract to support fibre network delivery across UK telecom facilities and data centres. Working with tier 1 telecommunications companies, the contractor will provide hands‑on expertise in Optical Distribution Frame installation, fibre management, testing, and fault resolution.

• Install, terminate, label, and maintain Optical Distribution Frames (ODF) - MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE
• Carry out fibre routing, patching, and rearrangements within ODF systems
• Test fibre links using OTDR, power meters, and light sources
• Identify and rectify fibre faults, losses, and connectivity issues
• Work from fibre schematics, splice diagrams, and as‑built drawings
• Support network upgrades, migrations, and capacity expansions
• Ensure work complies with UK telecom standards, site rules, and quality requirements
• Update fibre schedules, test results, and site documentation

• Proven experience as a Telecommunications / Fibre Engineer with strong ODF exposure
• Hands‑on experience with fibre splicing, termination, and testing
• Solid knowledge of single‑mode and multi‑mode fibre
• Ability to work independently on a day‑rate basis
• Own PPE and standard hand tools (test equipment project‑dependent)
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to work on‑site at UK network facilities
• Preferred Experience & Certifications
• Experience in UK data centres, exchanges, or large‑scale fibre networks
• Exposure to FTTP / FTTH, GPON, DWDM, or core/backbone networks
• Industry certifications such as BICSI, FOA (CFOT), City & Guilds, or equivalent
• Familiarity with UK health & safety practices (RAMS, PTW, toolbox talks)

• Contractor must comply with UK HSE regulations, site‑specific safety rules, and permit‑to‑work systems
• All work to be completed in line with agreed RAMS and project timelines