Fibre Network Planner - Newbuild and Infill
CityFibre, United Kingdom
Job Description
Please note that this is a regional role covering the South of the UK, so there will be travel required.
WHAT WE’RE DOING
We’re on a mission to build the UK's finest digital infrastructure and accelerate its full fibre future - transforming the way we live, work and communicate.
With 8 million homes and businesses to connect in our sights, and a 4bn investment programme to make it happen, we have a busy and exciting journey ahead.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
We expect a lot from our team, but we also want everyone to feel supported and empowered in helping us deliver our mission. That's why we make sure to provide opportunities for you to learn, develop your career, use your talents, and fulfil your potential.
With a salary of up to 39,500 (plus car allowance) depending on experience, you’ll also get benefits like 25 days holiday, a day off on your birthday, a day off to support a charity or organisation of your choice, performance-related bonus scheme, and private healthcare.
We want everyone to know and feel that CityFibre is a place where we can be ourselves, with all the things that make us similar and different. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?
As our Fibre Network Planner, you’ll be responsible for producing robust, cost-effective and future proof civils and fibre optic designs for new build and infill opportunities, using defined methodologies and architecture, and within project timelines. Some of your key responsibilities will include;
- Carrying out site surveys
- Forecasting capex and opex requirements for designed infrastructure projects
- Producing detailed industry-standard design documentation
- Helping to develop, implement and champion CityFibre’s network design topologies
- Being rigorous with respect to data quality within CityFibre’s asset and customer management systems
- Driving consistency, quality, suitability and cost-effectiveness
WHAT WILL YOU BRING?
It’s essential to this success of this role that you have previous new build planning experience, as well as good working knowledge of DPA / PIA planning and FTTP architecture, components and materials. You’ll also need;
- Ability to produce detailed site survey packs, wayleave packs and network construction job packs
- Working knowledge of industry recognised GIS software
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Full clean driving license and the flexibility to travel as required
A NRSWA accreditation (signing, lighting and guarding) would be a bonus!
OUR CULTURE
The CityFibre Way is how we think, act and work. It’s our way of doing things. We back each other, think smart and act fast, and we love giving it our best to build a legacy together. When these four behaviours come together, they shape our culture to bring out the best in us, set us apart from our competition, and make our customers remember us.
It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to unleash Britain’s potential in a digital age. There’s never been a more exciting time to join the team!