VodafoneThree - Engineering Specialist (Data)

Job Description

Location: Leiston – Full time customer site based role
Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits
Working hours: Full Time 37.5 hours a week - Monday - Friday + stand by rota

Security Clearance: This position requires the person to hold or to be eligible to undergo UK Security Clearance (SC) clearance.

Who We Are

We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today.

We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress.

We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.

You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.



Why VodafoneThree

Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last.

We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country.

You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone.

We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started.

Join our Vodafone Business Technology Solutions team, where we support businesses of all sizes with world-class technology solutions. We design and develop our Fixed Line solutions, drive efficiency through automation and AI, and implement it all directly with our customers.

What you’ll do

Working in a team of like-minded and highly skilled Network Engineers, the primary focus for this role is installation & delivery of reliable LAN, WLAN and WAN solutions using a wide range of products from data vendors including: Cisco and Vodafone for one of Vodafone’s largest Enterprise and Global customers. Duties include:

• Ability to act as on-site technical support for Vodafone LAN/WAN/Wifi technologies and as a point of contact for customer Hands-on build activity to stage, commission and install new network equipment.
• On-site installation and maintenance
• Incident Management (Technology and Solution based).
• Root Cause analysis for major incidents and escalated faults Ensure all work is risk-assessed with the production and maintenance of H&S Compliant documentation (RAMs and Point of Works Risk Assessment).
• Production of customer site and solution network documentation.
• Monitor progress of activities within each project; providing regular updates to Leads, management and key stakeholders.
• Provides 1st/ 2nd line support to resolve user faults and carry out changes on the networks.

Who you are

• Extensive field experience including cabling and installation of networking equipment.- Essential
• Experience working with (configuring and implementing) predominantly Cisco LAN, WLAN and WAN solutions in an enterprise environment- Essential
• Ability to develop strong customer relationships as well as functioning in a team environment- Essential
• Knowledge of and exposure to multi-technology Solutions.
• A broad understanding of the other technologies these solutions are dependent on.
• Ability to achieve and maintain high level Security Clearance (SC)A

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly?

We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

What we offer

We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies.



Need to Know

We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/reasonable-adjustments/) for guidance.

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you

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