Careers

The role

You will operate a GIS workflow system that supports the survey and design of Fibre To The Premises (FTTP/FTTH) and Hybrid Fibre/Coax (HFC) networks. You will have key involvement in FTTP/HFC modelling, planning Civil and Cable Routes, produce maps and drawings, and provide CAD and mapping support to survey and planning staff members. You will support the measurement of fibre and Coaxial cable lengths, and provide cabling, splicing and termination schedules.

Responsibilities for each area of focus include 

• Compile and update data capture information on GIS software and systems
• Perform data conversion using GIS software and systems
• Manage and maintain data set on our system
• Troubleshoot GIS problems and work with design team to resolution
• Ensure outputs are to the highest quality and adhere to client satisfaction
• Draw up RF electrical/fibre networks and schematics
• Design and draw up proposed duct routes on scale maps
• Produce working documentation and works instructions
• Provide full estimate of project materials and labour costs
• Support the planning and surveying functions
• Produce Bills of Quantities and Bills of Materials
   

Key skills and experience

Essential

• A degree qualification in Electronic Engineering / Data communications /Networks or a related field
• A min of 4 years in a similar position
• Proficiency with the ArcGIS suite of applications
• GIS Smallworld & AutoCAD skills
• Ability to multitask and work to a high standard
• An analytical, detail-oriented approach to work
• A willingness to learn and develop skills.
• Good command of written and spoken English
   

Advantageous

• Excellent written communication skills
• Experience with Python or other scripting languages
• Experience with QGIS
• Experience of using relational databases in a GIS setting
• Telecommunications experience Access & Core
• Experience of bid management, supply chain

 The role

This role involves surveying, planning and designing cost effective FTTx network for enabling residential and business customers in the UK.

You will be required to review & record all customer demand points. Where applicable;

a)       Add new addresses

b)      Update Property Count

c)       Move demand points if proposed location is incorrect.

d)      Identify most suitable handover point to the customer premises

Review & record all proposed routes.

a)      Red line the cheapest routes

b)      Identify key feeder routes

c)      Identify routes to be avoided e.g. moratorium, expensive granite, etc.

Review & record all nodal boundaries

a)      Change boundaries to most suitable split if required

b)      Change node cabinet locations if required

Review & record LOC Areas

a)      Create LOC boundaries in areas such as;

b)      WSD Shared driveway

c)      PRRD Private road

d)      ADRD Unadopted road

e)      BP Business park

Identify & record Special Engineering Difficulties and Risks to the project delivery

a)       Identify

b)      Classify

c)       Propose solution to SED/risk

In addition, you will also be required to;

• Identify & record traffic sensitive areas
• Speaking with the public and 3rd party stakeholders to enable identifying wayleaves

Key skills and experience

Essential

• Comfortable using a tablet
• Previous experience in BT telecoms or Telecoms civils
• Previous experience working on FTTC BT networks, UG & Ariel
• Understanding of routing of telecom wiring from point to poin
• Willingness to travel
• Spoken and written English
• Be able to work alone and as part of a team

Advantage but not essential

• A9 and NRSWA streets works card held.

Training or refresher courses for these can be arranged for successful candidates

Job Description:

In this role, you will be working as part of the Planning Team and will have you will have key involvement in the planning and modelling of new Telecoms networks. This will involve planning & modelling Civil / Cable Routes, producing maps and drawings, and provide GIS and mapping  support to field staff.

The Role:

You will be planning & designing the FTTx metro networks from fundamental design stage right   through to Low Level Design, which involves;

• Feeder Network Design
• Distribution Network Design
• Completion of BOM’s and BOQ’s
• Completion of design risk assessments
• Produce documentation on cabinet sites for presenting to the Local Authority.
• Produce SED & project risk report.
• Ensure designs meet the client’s architectural and technical requirements and standards.   

Experience Required:

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Services / Building Services / Civil Engineering.
• Over 3 years’ experience in FTTx planning.
• Advanced Microsoft Office knowledge.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and GIS software.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Customer focused with a proven track record in your current role.
• Ability to work to strict deadlines.
• Attention to detail, conscientious and have an ability to work on your own initiative is also essential.
• Decision making experience.
• Experience of designing fibre networks alongside power cables desirable.
• Experience working on BT Openreach Network advantageous.