Trainee Data Technician
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 8, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 19, 2026.
Mercury is the European leader in construction solutions.
We build and manage complex engineering & construction projects for the world’s leading corporations. Our solutions help deliver technologies and life changing advancements that connect people, communities, and businesses, giving them the power to achieve incredible things. Our people have the courage to be innovative. Their determination and sharp focus enable us to deliver with certainty, time and time again.
We deliver our clients’ visions through leading edge construction solutions across multiple sectors, including Enterprise Data Centres, Advanced Technology & Life Sciences, Hyperscale Data Centres, Fire Protection.
At Mercury, it is our duty to encourage and back our people to realise their vision of themselves. We place them at the heart of what we do, providing challenging opportunities to develop within a great team in a supportive environment that allows them to reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities of the Role:
- Assist with the installation of Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, Cat7 copper cabling within containment systems including overhead cable tray / basket and conduit.
- Assist with the installation of fibre optic cabling within containment including overhead cable tray / basket and fibre management systems.
- Learn correct cable management techniques including bend radius, pulling tensions, cable dressing etc.
- Assist with the installation and dressing of fibre and copper cables within network cabinets and racks
- Learn fibreoptic handling, cleaning, inspection and connector care procedures
- Support the testing of fibre and copper cabling installation under the supervision of experienced technicians
- Develop an understanding of fibreoptic test equipment
- Assist with labelling of cables, network ports, network cabinets and racks
- Develop an understanding of network drawings, schematics, cable schedules and installation standards
- Develop an understanding of project handover documentation
- Develop an understanding of housekeeping standards
- Follow Health and Safety procedures
- Attend daily toolbox talks, whiteboard and other safety meetings
- Develop an understanding of Risk Assessments, Method Statements and other site-specific working procedures
- Develop an understanding of the correct use of PPE including safety harnesses
- All other duties associated with the role
Essential Criteria for the Role:
- Ability to communicate clearly with other team members
- Strong interest in developing a career within the telecoms industry
- Willing to learn and take instruction
- Reliable and punctual
- Attention to detail
- Comfortable working in a construction environment
Desirable Criteria:
- Excellent communication skills
- Previous construction, telecoms or electrical experience
- Experience using hand tools
- Basic computer skills ( MS Office Suite / Windows / MS Project)
Mercury is an equal opportunities employer .