Job Description

Location: Newbury + *Hybrid

Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits

Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week - Mon to Fri

*Hybrid

At Vodafone UK we believe that through collaboration and connection we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. Our \xe2\x80\x9cOffice in a Box\xe2\x80\x9d home working kit will provide you with everything you need, no matter where you are.

Who We Are:

We\'re a global technology communications company that empowers people and businesses to stay connected and thrive in a digital world. With a focus on innovation, sustainability and earning customer loyalty, we leverage cutting-edge technology to offer products and services that enhance communication and improve lives.

At Vodafone UK, diversity isn\'t just a buzzword, it is core to who we are as a company. We\'re proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work and are committed to driving inclusion for all; creating a workplace that is fully representative of the communities and customers we serve.

Join our Vodafone UK Networks team, where we\'re continually building and enhancing our network, connecting millions of people and businesses across the country. Be part of the team that makes it all happen - simplifying, automating, and bringing better connectivity than ever before, with giga-fast speed, to our customers.

What You\'ll Do:

• The Networks Planning and Design Authority role demands a high level of competence across various domains. This central role within the Planning Team requires a knowledge of Radio Access technologies, Propagation Modelling and Radio Planning. Statistical and geospatial modelling skills are also desirable.
• In this role you will play a key part in helping Vodafone achieve its Network objectives, contributing to the planning and expansion of the mobile network, ensuring efficient and high-quality coverage is delivered for our customers. Leveraging your expertise in radio planning, propagation modelling and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support our network development efforts.
• Through the analysis and utilisation of geospatial data, this role aids in creating comprehensive network coverage assessments, leading to well-informed recommendations for coverage improvements. This ensures Vodafone\'s network remains competitive in a rapidly evolving telecommunications landscape. This Networks Authority role is pivotal in enhancing all things relating to network coverage, ultimately aiming to deliver a seamless and reliable mobile communication experience for our customers.
• You will assist in the development and automation of GIS models and processes is crucial for defining and supporting Network coverage analysis. This includes the generation of Network Coverage KPI Reports for internal submission and to support customer enquiries.
• Perform geospatial (GIS) modelling and reporting for specific projects, ad-hoc analyses, reports and day-to-day business activities while exploring \'what-if\' scenarios
• Demonstrated capability to uphold strict confidentiality standards when handling competitive and sensitive information.

Who You Are:

• Extensive experience of radio networks and the processes and tools used in the design and optimisation of the radio network.
• Experience in Propagation Modelling and Radio Planning
• High level knowledge of network deployment activities and processes
• Understanding of 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G radio technologies and planning techniques
• Experience with network planning tools and software
• Practised user of geospatial software packages, such as MapInfo and/or ESRI ArcGIS with Spatial Analyst

Worried that you don\'t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you\'re excited about this role but your experience doesn\'t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

What We Offer:
We believe that taking care of our employees is the key to their success. That is why we offer an excellent remuneration and bonus package with up to 28 days holiday entitlement, in addition to bank holidays and paid leave for charity projects. We offer an extensive benefits package that can be tailored to suit you and your family, including employee discounts, retail vouchers, pension plan and share schemes. We take pride in our commitment to supporting you at every stage of your career by providing top of the range learning and development tools and market leading parental leave policies.

Together We Can:

Vodafone UK are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/applying-to-vodafone/) for guidance. #LI-Hybrid

Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.

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