Arc
Field Engineer (Cabling & Onsite Support) - Basildon
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About Arc
Arc is a leading IT Managed Services Provider (MSP) based in the UK, delivering innovative and reliable IT solutions to businesses across various industries. With a strong reputation for excellence, we offer a range of services, including IT support, hybrid cloud solutions, cybersecurity, infrastructure management, PowerApps and AI. Our team is dedicated to delivering outstanding customer service and technical expertise to help businesses succeed.
About the Role
We are looking for a hands-on Field Engineer with strong cabling experience to join our growing technical team. This role will involve regular customer site visits, providing onsite IT support, carrying out structured cabling installations, and assisting with infrastructure projects.
The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently, have excellent troubleshooting skills, and take pride in delivering a high standard of service to customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide onsite IT support to customers across a range of environments.
- Install, terminate, test, and label structured cabling (Cat5e, Cat6, and fibre).
- Install and configure network equipment, including switches, wireless access points, and firewalls.
- Carry out workstation, laptop, printer, and peripheral installations.
- Assist with office moves, new site setups, and infrastructure projects.
- Perform hardware upgrades and replacements.
- Troubleshoot network, hardware, and connectivity issues.
- Ensure all work is documented accurately and completed to company standards.
- Liaise directly with customers, providing excellent customer service at all times.
- Follow health and safety procedures while working on customer sites.
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Skills & Experience Required
Essential
- Previous experience in a Field Engineer or IT Support Engineer role.
- Experience installing and terminating structured cabling.
- Good understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, switching, wireless).
- Experience supporting Microsoft Windows environments.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Desirable
- Experience working within an MSP environment.
- Experience with Microsoft 365 and Azure.
- Fibre installation and termination experience.
- Knowledge of firewalls and network security.
- Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Microsoft, or Cisco qualifications.
Personal Attributes
- Self-motivated and organised.
- Professional and customer-focused.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexible and willing to travel to customer sites.
- Strong attention to detail and high standards of workmanship.
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Benefits
- Company vehicle or mileage allowance.
- Company pension.
- Paid training and certification opportunities.
- Career progression opportunities.
- Employee assistance programme.
- Regular social and team events.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Field Engineer who enjoys a mixture of onsite support, infrastructure work, and cabling projects while delivering exceptional service to customers.
Key Points
Diversity & Inclusion: We celebrate diverse backgrounds and perspectives; they make us stronger. If you’re excited about this role, apply even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly. If not this one, you could be just the right fit for other roles we are recruiting for. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
UK Right to Work: All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. We cannot offer sponsorship at this time.
Accessibility: We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for any candidates with disabilities. If you require adjustments, please outline these requirements in your application.
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