Job Description

Mission

To carry out home installations, cabling, and fibre splicing for the FTTH/Openreach network, ensuring high-quality service delivery. Responsible for installing, testing, and troubleshooting fibre optic systems in residential settings. The role includes working as part of a team, adhering to safety standards, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

1.2 Position in Organization

The Home Installation Engineer is part of the Field Engineering Team. Reports to the Project Manager on a per-project basis.

2. Key Result Areas

Completion of home installations within the agreed schedule. Installation quality in line with standard specifications. Rectification of deficiencies within the agreed time frame. Adherence to Health and Safety (OHS) standards. Customer satisfaction and service excellence. Effective use of resources to ensure cost-efficient installations.

3. Main Tasks

Work as part of a team delivering PIA Installation works. Carry out rodding and roping, fibre blowing and cable pulling. Perform OH/UG Fibre installations on the FTTH/Openreach network. Ensure compliance with Safety at Street Works and Road Works (Code of Practice). Supervise site setup and ensure NRSWA compliance. Ensure compliance with Permit/Noticing Requirements. Read schematics and prepare as-built drawings. Identify and report site issues, near-misses, and interventions. Communicate regularly with the Project Manager regarding changes or deviations. Provide accurate measurement of work undertaken. Identify blockages and create A55 documentation with correct markings. Splice various types of fibre optic cables including single mode, multimode, stranded, and ribbon. Install closures, couplers, ODFs, and BT Cabinets. Conduct optical continuity and conformance testing. Perform risk assessments and ensure Health & Safety compliance. Troubleshoot technical issues using OTDR/ILM/power meter. Conduct daily maintenance and checks on splicing and testing equipment. Lead teams when necessary, ensuring high productivity and efficiency.

4. Interfaces

Project Manager Field Engineering Team Sub-contractors Local Authorities

5. Authorities, Decisions, or Control

Has authority to execute installation tasks as per company standards. Responsible for ensuring site compliance with safety regulations. Has access to all necessary information for fulfilling job responsibilities. Can endorse time reports for work undertaken. Can provide recommendations for process improvements.

6. Competence Requirements

Education/Certifications

CSCS Card BT PIA Accreditations S0001/S0002/S7/S8 NRSWA 2 Certification NRSWA Unit 10 (Optional) Clean Driving License (B+E Towing License desirable) SSSTS & SMSTS OR equivalent experience (Optional) City & Guilds 3667 (Optional)

Pertinent Experience

1-2 years' experience working on the FTTH/Openreach network with a background in Civil works. Hands-on experience in cabling, splicing, and troubleshooting. Experience leading teams or performing supervisory duties.

Professional/Technical Competence

Knowledge of fibre splicing and testing procedures. Understanding of ODN materials and specifications. Experience with Openreach/PIA infrastructure. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics. Understanding of NOC documentation and approval processes. Basic IT skills and use of project management tools.

Human Competence

Strong leadership and team management skills. Self-motivated with initiative. Excellent communication skills (oral & written). Analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

7. Delegation

Full Delegation

Authority over installation execution and compliance. Ownership of site setup and safety compliance. Ensuring project completion in line with company standards.

Shared Delegation

Approval of additional works and change requests. Reporting progress and site status to the Project Manager. Selection of technical resources for specific projects.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 24,420.00-46,039.60 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Manchester M38: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

what is your monthly current salary? what is your monthly expected salary? what is your notice period?
Education:

Diploma of Higher Education (required)
Experience:

FFTH Installation Engineer: 5 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person