Fibre Engineer

Job Description

Field-based role covering East Anglia

We're currently on the lookout for a Fibre Engineer to support our growth ambitions and drive our goals! Working on our expanding network you'll be part of a dynamic national team, using your fibre expertise, specialising in fibre splicing and fibre testing activities.

It’s key within this position that you understand site/cabinet safety and ensure all of our outstanding work is carried out with full regard to New Road and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA). After all… We need to provide an excellent service and be safe at the same time!

Key duties include:

• Working to an agreed specification carrying out Fibre splicing activities
• All types of fibre testing activity will be required ranging but not exclusive to OTDR, ILM and PMD testing
• Supporting the team by providing technical advice
• Provide quality control of all contractor work within the network
  
  

Due to the nature of the role you will occasionally be required to travel outside of the region for work or training (including overnight stays). Working outside of standard hours as well as working extra hours will also sometimes be necessary. Therefore a flexible approach is needed.

Who we are

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.

Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.

Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.

The must haves

In order to be considered, you must have the following experience:

• Experience working in the telecommunications industry in a similar role
• NRSWA qualified (Operative)
• Ability to diagnose fibre related issues pinpointing areas of improvement against a set specification
• Ability to read and work to supplied fibre plans
• Experience of safe working at heights and working with hand and power tools
• Due to the nature of the role, a full driving license is required.
  
  

The other stuff we are looking for

We'd also love you to bring:

• Ability to resolve difficult situations
• Able to work unsupervised using your own initiative
• Basic computer skills
  
  

What's in it for you

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

Next steps

f we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a competency based interview.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.

Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.

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