Job Specifications
Freelance Field Technician (Network Deployment - Healthcare)Engagement Type
Freelance/Contract
UK-wide travel required (60-80%)Role Overview
We are seeking freelance Field Technicians to support a large-scale UK healthcare network deployment programme. The role is primarily hands-on and site-based, focused on physical installation, equipment replacement, and accurate documentation, with all configuration activities performed remotely by a central Network Operations Centre (NOC).
Technicians will work across clinics and hospitals supporting mission-critical clinical environments, requiring professionalism, accuracy, and strict adherence to safety and governance standards.Key Responsibilities
On-Site Installation & Hardware Activities
Physical installation and replacement of network equipment at clinics and hospitals
Rack, stack, mount, and cable devices including:
Palo Alto ION devices
Cisco Meraki Switches
Cisco wireless access points
Perform power-up, connectivity checks, and basic validation
Support device swaps, refreshes, and decommissioning activities
Coordinate with the NOC during installations and site go-lives
Remote Configuration Support (NOC-Led)
Connect devices and confirm readiness for remote configuration
Validate connectivity once configuration is completed by the NOC
Perform basic checks (link status, LEDs, physical ports, cabling)
Documentation & Handover
Accurately document:
Device serial numbers and asset details
Cabling, ports, and physical layouts
Site access notes and installation photos
Update site checklists and installation reports
Provide clear handover notes to the NOC and central teams
Governance & Safety
Work in line with healthcare safety protocols and site regulations
Minimise disruption to live clinical services
Ensure installations meet technical and safety guidelines
Travel Requirements
60-80% UK travel, often visiting multiple sites per week
Work across clinics, hospitals, and medical institutions
Required Skills & Experience
Technical (Basic/Hands-On)
Experience as a Field Technician/IT Technician/Field Engineer (install-focused)
Basic working knowledge of:
Cisco networking equipment (Switches, access points)
Palo Alto product suite (ION familiarity desirable, training can be provided)
Comfortable with physical networking tasks (cabling, patching, mounting)
Ability to follow standardised installation procedures and checklists
Professional Skills
Reliable, organised, and detail-oriented
Comfortable working independently in the field
Clear written communication for documentation and handover
Experience in healthcare or regulated environments is an advantage
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