Fibre Splicing Engineer

About Wessex Internet

Wessex Internet, a dynamic and rapidly expanding Internet Provider in the South West and revolutionising full fibre broadband deployment in rural areas. Committed to delivering lightning-fast broadband to thousands in the countryside, we design, build, and manage our own cutting-edge FTTP network. We are delighted to be expanding our Network to over 10,000 homes in the New Forest with connections set for early 2024.

Recipient of multiple awards, including Overall Fibre Provider of The Year 2023, Wessex Internet has doubled in size over the last 18 months. Despite our rapid growth, we prioritize maintaining excellent customer service and invest in staff development. Our commitment to creating a great workplace earned us a finalist spot in the 2023 UK Fibre Awards for the Best Company to Work for.

As part of our vision to enhance the broadband experience, we are actively recruiting individuals to join our innovative team. Wessex Internet fosters a collaborative environment where each contribution is valued, providing ample opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you're passionate about transforming the broadband landscape and being part of an award-winning company at the forefront of the industry, Wessex Internet is the place for you! Join us in this exciting time as we continue to shape the future of internet provision.

The Role

Are you an experienced Telecoms Engineer looking to move from cab splicing to 100% Fibre Splicing with guaranteed no copper work?

We have an exciting opportunity for an Engineer to join our Network Engineering Team carrying out Fibre Splicing across our network. Covering both new build and existing areas of network, you will work from splice maps to complete your work.

Our Fibre Splicing Engineers regularly splice the large backbone of the network up to 288 core cables. Using various splicing enclosures, they will be expected to carry out between 150 to 200 splices a day. Our Splicing Engineers mainly work on the rural network but also in towns on the Openreach network. The ideal candidate for this role will be adept at splicing and testing fibre networks, be comfortable travelling to sites across Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire and happy working as part of a close team where there is an on-call requirement (1 week in 6).

Responsibilities

• Splicing at new and existing splice enclosures
• Working with surveying team to prioritise workload
• Carry out emergency and scheduled maintenance/upgrades across the Wessex Internet fibre network
• Diagnosing and restoring service issues within the network to maintain customer connections when equipment is damaged
• Provide ‘out of hours’ cover on a rota basis during evenings and weekends
• Working individually and as part of a team to achieve KPI’s and company targets
• Adherence to all Health & Safety legislation
• Accessing and working in rural areas to splice fibre

Requirements

• Excellent communication and customer service skills when talking to landowners
• Strong Fibre Splicing experience - able to complete 150 to 200 splices a day when required
• Willing to use or learn how to use OTDR
• Ability to work on own initiative with strong self-organisational skills
• A strong willingness to learn new skills and adapt to evolving processes
• Must hold a full UK driving licence for at least 12 months

Benefits

• The option to buy or sell an additional 5 days holiday
• Enhanced Family Pay
  
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
  
• Opportunities to progress your career - we’re a young, fast-growing business that is proud of our team of homegrown specialists. Whether you want to step up to lead a team, or expand your skills in a new area, we’ll help you reach your potential
• Free breakfast – including fruit, snacks, teas & coffees available throughout the day
• Regular social events
• Free onsite parking
• 75% discount to Wessex Internet package

Find out what it’s really like to work at Wessex Internet from some of our team by visiting https://www.wessexinternet.com/careers/ and watch our short video https://youtu.be/5U1j7GzB3Cc

Salary: £32,000 - £36,750 per annum, depending on experience

Role Type: Full Time/Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week, plus overtime. Weekend and evening cover will be required on a rota basis (1 week in 6)

Location: Field based near Blandford Forum, Dorset

Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays