Job Description

Starlink Installation

Site:

Smurfit Westrock Composites - Richmond Works

Address:

Hensingham, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8TS, United Kingdom

Proposed Mount Location:

North-facing building (left side as per site photo / north elevation)

Objective

Install and commission a Starlink system on the north-facing building, ensuring a clear line of sight to the sky and a secure, weatherproof cable route to the Server Room.

Site Overview

Building faces North Clear open area in front (~250 metres), no physical obstructions except low hedgeServer Room is located behind the window with the light on (refer to site photo / North Elevation) External wall construction: brick / masonry

Tools & Equipment Required (Engineer to Bring)

Installation Tools Hammer drill (masonry capable) Long masonry drill bits (suitable for external wall penetration) Full screw / driver bit set Adjustable spanner / socket set Fixings & Materials Concrete / masonry wall plugs Concrete-rated screws or anchor bolts (for Starlink mount) Exterior-grade silicone sealant (weatherproof) Cable clips or conduit (as required for neat external routing) Cabling & Commissioning Cable fishing / pulling tools Laptop with Ethernet port (mandatory for initial testing) Ethernet cable (short patch lead)

Pre?Installation Checks

Visually confirm mounting location is clear and structurally sound. Ensure no overhead services or internal obstructions behind drilling area. Confirm shortest and cleanest cable route to the Server Room. Confirm safe working access (ladder / lift if required).

Installation Steps

5.1 Mount Installation Position Starlink mount on the external wall at the agreed location. Mark drilling points using the mount template. Drill fixing holes using hammer drill and appropriate masonry bit. Insert wall plugs / anchors. Secure mount firmly using concrete-rated fixings. Ensure mount is level and rigid.

Dish Installation

Attach Starlink dish to the mounted bracket. Ensure dish has full freedom to auto?align. Do not manually force dish orientation.

Cable Entry

Drill cable entry hole from exterior towards Server Room. Insert Starlink cable carefully using cable fishing tools if required. Avoid sharp bends or cable damage. Once cable is passed through, seal the hole externally and internally using silicone sealant.

Internal Setup (Server Room)

Route cable neatly to the Starlink router / power unit. Avoid running parallel to high?voltage cables. Secure cable using clips or trunking if needed. Connect Starlink router and power on system.

Commissioning & Testing

Connect laptop via Ethernet to Starlink router. Confirm Starlink boots and dish aligns automatically.

Verify:

Internet connectivity Stable latency Acceptable download / upload speeds Record basic speed test results.

Final Checks

Mount securely fixed Cable entry fully sealed and weatherproof No exposed or loose cabling Router powered and operational Area left clean and safe

Handover

Inform site contact that installation is complete Provide basic guidance on Starlink operation Report any issues or limitations immediately
Job Type: Freelance

Pay: 150.00-170.00 per day

Work Location: In person