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Site Engineer - South East London
£36,000 - 46,000
Telent Technology Services Ltd
Brent Road 20, South East London
£36,000 - 46,000
Requirements
Must:
- SCIDA Foundation courses (desirable, but will be provided if not already held)
- SCIDA experience (AIR SCIDA or other related ICT environments) - Essential
- Working and/or knowledge of JSP 440, JSP 453, DICTIS, JSP 375, BS Standards, SIs, SDIP-29/2
- Experience with MoD CIS/ICT/ATM systems
- Crypto / Cryptographic and/or TEMPEST awareness
- SC Clearance (or ability to obtain)
- UK National security requirement
- DV (Developed Vetting) may also be required
- Strong technical documentation and reporting skills
- Experience briefing senior stakeholders
- Knowledge of H&S regulations and engineering standards
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple sites
- Compliance, inspection and technical reporting experience
Responsibilities
- Serve as the point of contact for allocated sites, reporting to the Area Manager
- Deliver SCIDA services in accordance with Air SCIDA Engineering Instructions and JSP 453
- Attend siting boards, surveys and RAF/MOD meetings to support project delivery
- Conduct initial design reviews and identify compliance risks
- Perform post-installation inspections and coordinate resolution of issues
- Report non-compliances in design, installation or policy to appropriate stakeholders
- Provide briefings and technical advice to RAF personnel and Air SCIDA Engineers
- Ensure CAIFRE requirements are applied (Confidentiality, Availability, Integrity, Flexibility, Resilience, Economy)
- Verify that installations match approved plans and update CMDB data accordingly
- Contribute to SCIDA documentation and Engineering Instructions
- Chair engineering meetings and participate in ECR reviews
- Advise Site Executives and OC Engineers on engineering compliance
- Provide specialist engineering or project management expertise when required
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements
- Conduct site assessments and produce cost estimates for SCIDA support
- Offer specialist knowledge (e.g., confined spaces, working at height, fire safety)
- Support pan-estate assessments and contribute to quarterly progress reporting
- Complete mandatory SCIDA training and engage in PDR processes
- Provide cover for colleagues during absence and maintain continuity documentation
- Identify business opportunities and pursue professional development (CEng, IEng, NVQs)
- Gain awareness of company financial drivers and broader Telent teams
- Follow Telent and MOD Health & Safety and Environmental Protection regulations
- Adhere to Equality & Diversity policies and complete mandatory training
- Comply with MOD security protocols when handling protected information
Description
At Telent, we are committed to keeping the UKs critical national infrastructure connected and protected 24/7. As part of our team, working as a SCIDA Field Engineer, you will be involved in ensuring the design, installation, and maintenance of ICT systems meet the highest security and safety standards. The role requires travel across the Hampshire and Dorset regions, and we value professionals with backgrounds in Telecoms, RAF, Armed Forces, or Defence engineering. We offer a competitive salary, a company vehicle, flexible benefits, and a supportive environment that encourages professional development and inclusion. Join us in this crucial role where your expertise will help maintain operational continuity across Defence environments.
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