Location:

South England

Salary:

Negotiable

Main Objectives:

To report to the project manager and undertake all works associated with and including the surveying and planning of optimal fibre optic (FTTP/FTTH) routes for the client. In time this may include the organisation and management of multiple operatives and work streams.

The main duties include the responsibility for the following:

• Attending sites to determine the best installation route for fibre optic network lines. Understanding and surveying existing fibre optic network infrastructure which may belong to the client or owned/ operated by a third party.
• Interpreting telecom design blueprints and construction maps.
• Completing survey documentation job packs: ISP pathways, drawings, address listings.
• Carrying out area surveys to ascertain whether any obstructions will prevent a successful installation.
• Identifying customer networks and reviewing proposed methods of construction to ensure that all requirements are compliant.

Skills knowledge and aptitude:

• Excellent Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent communication skills at all levels
• Ability to read CATV or telecom construction blueprints
• Ability to understand surveying software applications, such as Q Field (QGIS)
• Understanding of routing of telecom wiring from point to point
• Understanding of legislative and regulation requirements, including but not limited to, wayleaves, permits and associated agreements
• Ability to manage and coordinate works for multiple team members

Qualifications and training – Essential:

Relevant PIA surveying qualifications, including, but not limited to:

• SA001 Safety Overhead
• SA002 Safety Underground
• S5 PIA Pole Surveying
• S6 PIA Duct Surveying
• Unit 2 Street Works

Qualifications and training – Desirable:

• S11 FTTP for Surveyors

Experience:

• Previous experience working on fibre optic network development projects.
• Specifically, the surveying and planning of potential FTTP/FTTH networks is essential. A minimum of 3 years’ experience is required.
• Previous experience operating laser range finders and measuring wheels.
• Experience working as part of a team and coordinating works for multiple operative (desirable)

Benefits:

Negotiable