Lead Test Rod & Rope Engineer – Telecoms

Job Summary

toob Ltd, is currently hiring on a vacant job post of Lead Test Rod & Rope Engineer – Telecoms based in Southampton. Please read the job detail carefully before applying.

Job Title: Lead Test Rod & Rope Engineer – Telecoms
Company Name: toob Ltd
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Southampton
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 a year
Job Link Expiry: 2022-08-12
Posted on: jobsintelecom.net

Job Detail

Lead Test Rod & Rope Engineer – Telecoms

Field-Based Permanent Full-Time

Travelling to our sites within Hampshire and Surrey

£35k-£40K per annum, DOE, plus company benefits package and provision of company van *

Here at toob, we are on a mission to transform the South of England’s internet experience. As a full-fibre broadband provider, we are deploying our network across the South to deliver fast, reliable broadband at a low price. We’re a progressive, innovative company, passionate about bringing the future-proof, modern broadband technology up to the standards and usage fit for modern life.

About the role:

We are looking for an experienced, field-based Lead Test Rod & Rope Engineer to build and maintain new and existing Core Telecommunications Access Networks, Installation rope/Subduct, and check Customer Lead-ins. You should also enjoy training and mentoring junior engineers and enjoy interacting with our customers.

Our people fuel our success and growth and are truly passionate about the work that they do, they enjoy their roles and are proud to work here. The world of work is changing and it’s critical that we continue to support our people with a positive culture where they can be rewarded for their efforts, be themselves, learn, make friends, and have fun.

There’s no better time to join our team!

​What you’ll be doing:

• Test Rod & Roping/cabling UG ducts/pole bends on working within the Openreach and PIA network
• Building and maintaining new and existing Core Telecommunications Access Networks, Installation rope/Subduct, and check Customer Lead-ins
• Attend sites, covering Surrey and Hampshire’ and provide underground cabling
• Risk assessment and hazard identification and a strong focus on Health and Safety practices
• Training & mentoring our Trainee TR&R Engineers
• Representing toob on site and with any customer interactions
• Any BT Openreach Orion Survey experience would be an advantage.

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What you’ll bring to the role:

• Have at least 10 years experience of Test Rod & Roping/cabling UG ducts/pole bends on working within the Openreach and PIA network
• Highly motivated and able to work independently as well as be a team player
• Have a proven track record of training and mentoring trainee engineers and enjoy helping others to develop and be able to lead by example
• Have great communication skills and are motivated to complete work to high standards
• Be customer service driven and able to represent toob to a high standard in the field
• Be pragmatic, solutions based and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with a health and safety focus
• Full UK Driving License holder with no more than 6 penalty points on licence
• Have the right to work in the UK
• Live within commutable distance to Hampshire and Surrey and be happy to travel to sites.

Certifications required:

• Sign, Lighting & Guarding (street works)/SWQR Card (Unit 2)
• NOPS Registration
• Safety underground
• Rod and rope underground duct using a Cobra or 3-meter rods
• SA002 (A9)/K008
• First Aid trained FAW desirable
• Confined spaces (medium risk) desirable

Company Benefits:

• Annual Leave – 25 days plus public holidays
• Annual Bonus
• Group Pension
• Group Critical Illness
• Group Life Assurance
• Private Medical Scheme.
• Company van provision ( subject to meeting insurance requirements)

About us:

toob are committed to inclusiveness and equality of opportunity – we don’t just look at your CV but focus on who you are and what amazing skills and experience you be able to bring to us. We understand that everyone has a contribution to make, so welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know at time of application.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Yearly bonus

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

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