3rd Person Mobile Telecoms Rigger / Trainee

Waldon Telecom is an essential infrastructure services provider to the mobile telecommunication sector in the UK. We work on behalf of large mobile network operators to acquire, design, and construct mobile telecommunication base stations across the country.

Due to the continued success and expansion of Waldon we are looking for a 3rd Person Rigger or Trainee Rigger (no prior Telecoms rigging experience necessary) to join one of our internal teams and form part of our Field Operations Function working on sites across the North, Midlands and South of the country.

The role & responsibilities:

The successfully appointed 3rd Person Rigger will be currently operating as a PCN mobile telecoms rigger who will successfully deliver site builds across several Telecom Projects and Clients, as part of a 3 Person team based in the West Midlands, or someone keen to start their career within Mobile Telecoms Rigging and with the necessary transferrable skills.

Sites need to be delivered in a cost effective and timely manner, as well as to meet the highest industry standards within the Client's deployment and design guidelines.

Projects will vary from new site builds, Technology Upgrades, Equipment Lift & Shift, Site Decoms, TX Line Of Sight (LOS) works as well as simple Pre-installation Visits (PIVs) and Feasibility Surveys.

3rd Person Team member credentials:

The individuals will ideally be competent and confident with the installation process of Rigging PCN sites if prior experience is held and will show an active interest in learning and developing themselves as a Rigger.

• Be able to successfully choose the right method for lifting / lowering of steelwork, antennas etc.
• Make up studs / clamps / Remclamps / Jubilee's / CTL adapters, ensuring the right type is selected for the job.
  
• Make up the tagging, having enough in-depth knowledge to explain what each tag represents, with regards to users, technologies, frequencies etc.
• Show a good understanding of Health and Safety and its implications on each individual job.
• Be actively expressing an interest in the Dynamic Risk assessments, and MBNL Deployment Site Works checklist, the use of the Kathrein PCA for RET configuration and in the Rigging Handover Packs (HOPs).
  

What we need from you:

• Successful team delivery and customer acceptance of sites across “Time, Cost, Quality” matrix.
• To produce all Handover pack information in a timely fashion upon works completion and submit to the back office.
• To ensure all appropriate SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality) information is compiled daily.
• To operate and maintain and look after the company van, toolkits and electronic hand tools and test equipment.
• You will either have a proven history of forming a successful PCN team for other Telecoms companies, with references available upon request or be keen to kick off your career in this exciting industry.
• MBNL and / or VF TEF Beacon works experience is beneficial.
• Desirable Minimum Certification (However all necessary training can be provided if required): Basic / Advanced Climber Tower Rescue Radio Frequency Awareness Rooftop Awareness First Aid at Height Manual Handling Asbestos Awareness Safe use of Ladders Anritsu Site Master Training.
  

Why choose us?

We promise development and reward opportunities for those who have the passion, enthusiasm and work ethic to harness them. Our benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 4% matched pension scheme
• 2 x salary life assurance
• Access to our staff discount portal
• Health Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Recruitment referral scheme
• Payroll giving
• Salary finance scheme

Inclusiveness

As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme we welcome applications from individuals who consider themselves as having a disability or long-term health condition. Please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to aid your application and recruitment process.

As a gold award holder under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme, we are interested to hear from candidates who are currently serving in the military who may wish to transition to a civilian Job. We also welcome applications from Reservists, Cadet Forces Adult Volunteers, ex-forces personnel and military spouses / partners.