Fibre Engineer / Senior Fibre Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Privilege Recruitment are excited to be recruiting on behalf of our client for a Fibre Engineer in South East England!
Experienced Fibre Engineer / Senior Fibre Engineer required based in South-East. Works predominately based in the South. Client requirements will include OOH works and overnight stays.
Requirements
- Splicing experience on new and existing networks (details of network operators worked on to be provided)
- Managing network outages (at risk and disconnections) and liaising with clients operating centres.
- Installation of fibre panels / wall boxes etc
- On site reporting of issues with existing joints
Testing Requirements
- Experience using Exfo OTDR and ILM (essential)
- Analysing test results and formatting using FAST Reporter Software (preferable)
Accreditations
NRSWA
BT Openreach (PIA)
Driving Licence
Benefits:
- Van
- Phone
- Laptop
- Fusion Splicer
- Test Gear (OTDR / ILM / Live Fibre Id etc)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £33,000.00-£65,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- South East: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Fibre Splicing: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
- NRSWA (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 24/04/2023
Expected start date: 24/04/2023
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 Engineer / Senior Fibre Engineer roles across Privilege HR'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 £33,000 - £65,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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