Fibre Splicing Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
NZ Solutions Ltd – Network Fibre Splicing Engineer
Introduction
NZS are looking to complement its existing team with additional Fibre Splicing Engineers to support its continued growth across the UK.
The Role
As a Network Fibre Splicing Engineer, you will be responsible for splicing fibres in Agg Nodes, Splitter Nodes, CBTs and in a wide variety of buildings across both the public and private sectors including the provision of Fibre to the Home services and working within local and central government environments.
Using your excellent splicing standards and attention to detail, whilst following the splicing design drawings and specification, you will take great pride in delivering high quality consistent and compliant splicing to meet both NZS and our customers' expectations.
Full job description
- Work on the fibre-optic infrastructure for Fibre FTTP network delivery.
- Working on PIA network.
- Splicing OH and UG and OTH Testing.
- Building CBT.
- Light testing.
- Carrying out Health and Safety.
- Splicing and testing of external optical fibres to the end customer premise in line with quality standards using OTDR /ILM/PMD/CD/EXFO FTB200 or similar.
- Live network Fusion splicing
- Installation of optical fibre cable, bundles and blown fibre tubing using fibre blowing equipment to required standards, including fault finding on existing network.
- Production of Fibre characterisation reports.
- Supporting company and client engineers to connect Residential and Business customers.
- Working as an individual and as a part of team to achieve targets and KPI’s.
- Adherence with Health and Safety legislation set out by the company and industry standards.
Desired Experience & Skills (Training can be provided):
- SA001 & SA002 PIA safety accreditation.
- N22 / N23 / N27 (S8) PIA overhead accreditation.
- K6 (S7) PIA underground accreditation.
- NRSWA Unit 2 Signing Lighting and guarding.
- Familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Ability to read technical drawings.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work to deadlines.
- Full UK Driving license is essential (as you’ll need to drive between site)
- Fibre experience essential: splicing, installing, blown fibre tubing or fault finding needed.
- A willingness to travel between our contract sites.
- Experience of running cables is essential.
- Tech-savvy with a keen interest in IT and Networking.
- Methodical approach to work.
- Have a basic understanding of Networking.
- Proficient in using technology - for example: tablets/mobile phones/Microsoft packages.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).
- Contributory pension scheme (up to 5% company contribution).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Employee mentoring programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: On the road
Application deadline: 31/07/2023
Reference ID: Fibre Splicing Engineer
Expected start date: 25/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Fibre Splicing Engineer roles across NZ Solutions Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £35,000 - £40,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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