Telecoms engineer | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Telecoms engineers work on satellite, digital TV and fibre optic systems, and install broadband, mobile and landline phone networks.

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Communicate with telecommunications vendors to obtain pricing and technical specifications for available hardware, software, or services.
Keep abreast of changes in industry practices and emerging telecommunications technology by reviewing current literature, talking with colleagues, participating in educational programs, attending meetings or workshops,

Communicate with telecommunications vendors to obtain pricing and technical specifications for available hardware, software, or services.
Keep abreast of changes in industry practices and emerging telecommunications technology by reviewing current literature, talking with colleagues, participating in educational programs, attending meetings or workshops, or participating in professional organizations or conferences.
Implement or perform preventive maintenance, backup, or recovery procedures.
Consult with users, administrators, and engineers to identify business and technical requirements for proposed system modifications or technology purchases.
Assess existing facilities' needs for new or modified telecommunications systems.
Order or maintain inventory of telecommunications equipment for customer premises equipment (CPE), facilities, access networks, or backbone networks.
Install, or coordinate installation of, new or modified hardware, software, or programming modules of telecommunications systems.
Develop, maintain, or implement telecommunications disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
Monitor and analyze system performance, such as network traffic, security, and capacity.
Estimate costs for system or component implementation and operation.
Implement system renovation projects in collaboration with technical staff, engineering consultants, installers, and vendors.
Provide user support by diagnosing network and device problems and implementing technical or procedural solutions.
Document procedures for hardware and software installation and use.
Test and evaluate hardware and software to determine efficiency, reliability, or compatibility with existing systems.
Work with personnel and facilities management staff to install, remove, or relocate user connectivity equipment and devices.
Inspect sites to determine physical configuration, such as device locations and conduit pathways.
Supervise maintenance of telecommunications equipment.
Review and evaluate requests from engineers, managers, and technicians for system modifications.
Document user support activity, such as system problems, corrective actions, resolution status, and completed equipment installations.
Prepare purchase requisitions for computer hardware and software, networking and telecommunications equipment, test equipment, cabling, or tools.
Document technical specifications and operating standards for telecommunications equipment.
Instruct in use of voice, video, and data communications systems.
Prepare system activity and performance reports.
Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to prepare or evaluate network diagrams, floor plans, or site configurations for existing facilities, renovations, or new systems.
Implement controls to provide security for operating systems, software, and data.
Manage user access to systems and equipment through account management and password administration.

Average salary
45,523 GBP *
per year

Average salary for Telecoms engineer

46,112 GBP
40,667 GBP

Average salary for part-time Telecoms engineer

Average salary for full-time Telecoms engineer

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Salary over time for Telecoms engineer

Salary for this role has increased over time

42,396 GBP
42,382 GBP
42,534 GBP
43,712 GBP
45,725 GBP
44,407 GBP
45,523 GBP
44,522 GBP
44,065 GBP

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Future outlook for Telecoms engineers

Very good outlook

168 000+ jobs available

Balanced outlook

0% yearly wage growth (on average)

Very good outlook

29% chance of automation in the future

Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Telecoms engineer and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

43% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree
26% of people in this role have a post-secondary qualification such as a Higher National Diploma
17% of people in this role have a Diploma of Higher Education or equivalent

You could get a college qualification in a subject like:

Level 2 Certificate in Communications Cabling
Level 3 Diploma in ICT Systems and Principles
Level 3 Diploma in Telecommunication Systems

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What soft skills do I need?

Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Telecoms engineer.

Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times

Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents

Active Learning Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making

Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively

What technical skills do I need?

Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Telecoms engineer. Check that you know:

Access software 2AB iLock Security Services; Access management software; Avaya Identity Engines

Data base user interface and query software Data entry software

Electronic mail software IBM Notes

Network monitoring software Cisco Systems Cisco Traffic Analyzer; Nagios

Operating system software Linux

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Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Initiative Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. Analytical Thinking Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.

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