Job Description
Optify is seeking a highly skilled Data & Fibre Cabling Technician to join our growing telecom infrastructure team. This role is ideal for a technician with hands‑on experience in structured cabling, fibre optic installation, and data centre environments. The successful candidate will play a key role in deploying high‑performance cabling networks, supporting mission‑critical connectivity projects, and maintaining full compliance with industry standards (TIA/EIA, ISO). You will work closely with network engineers, site managers, and project teams to ensure reliable installation, testing, and documentation of copper and fibre cabling systems.
Key Responsibilities
* Install, route, and terminate Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6A data cabling in accordance with TIA/EIA standards and deploy cabling infrastructure across data centres, corporate buildings, and telecom sites.
* Perform fusion splicing, polishing, and OTDR‑based fibre testing; install and maintain fibre trays, enclosures, patch panels, and cross‑connects.
* Maintain accurate test results, layouts, and cable schedules using Fluke and EXFO systems; label, tag, and record cabling assets to ensure full traceability and compliance.
* Work with network engineers, electricians, and IT teams during deployment phases; contribute to project meetings and assist with site readiness and commissioning tasks.
* Ensure all work complies with TIA/EIA, ISO, ANSI, and customer installation standards; follow site rules including Safe Pass, manual handling, access control, and method statements; proactively identify risks and report issues that may affect cabling integrity or service uptime.
Qualifications
* Minimum 2 years of experience in data & fibre cabling installation (data centre experience preferred).
* Skilled in Cat6/Cat6A installation, dressing, containment, and termination.
* Experience with fibre splicing, OTDR testing, and using Fluke cable testers.
* Strong understanding of telecom cabling standards & structured wiring principles.
* Detail‑oriented with excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills; ability to read network diagrams, rack layouts, cable route maps, and method statements.
* Safe Pass, WAH & Manual Handling certification (or ability to obtain).
Why Optify?
* Opportunity to work with a dynamic, supportive team in a growing sector.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Professional development and career growth opportunities.
Interested individuals should forward their CV to rokas@optify.ie.
Sector
* Information and communication
Career Level
* Experienced [Non‑Managerial]
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