Junior Network Designer

About Wessex Internet

Wessex Internet is a dynamic and fast-growing Internet Provider in the South West that is changing the way full fibre broadband is rolled out in rural areas. We believe that the countryside deserves lightning-fast broadband and are passionate in delivering a fantastic service to thousands of customers whose copper line upgrade is deemed uncommercial by the rest of the industry.

We design, build and manage our own 3000km FTTP network in-house and are one of the leading suppliers making use of several Government funded voucher programmes.

Wessex Internet is growing fast. Our vision is to scale whilst retaining our excellent and personal customer service. In order to make our teams more effective and efficient we are investing in world class business systems and processes. Wessex Internet wants to make step change improvements to the broadband experience, setting it apart from other internet providers.

We believe in building a great place to work, where everyone’s contribution is valued and everybody has the chance to raise their ideas and make a difference everyday.

Every one of us is responsible for the continued success of Wessex Internet, each individual has something valuable to offer, and together we’re constantly looking for better ways to serve more people. We’re growing fast, and we need the best people to join us.

The Role

Have you just graduated from university and are looking to put your Surveying, Geography, Geology or similar skills to good use? Then we would love to hear from you!

Reporting into our Planning and Design Manager, you will work within our Network Design who are primarily responsible for the development of network design and mapping of our extensive fibre network.

As a Junior within our Planning & Design Team, you'll benefit from working alongside experienced team members, learning and developing on the job becoming an expert within your field.

Main responsibilities of the role will include:

• Keeping our network site database updated with all relevant information.
• Creating network maps using a combination of GIS mapping software (Vetro), Google Earth and QGIS.
• Aid the Construction Team in organising and accurately documenting planned fibre construction and help with the planning and mapping of future fibre community schemes.
• Create and update Fibre Splicing matrixes.
• Generating network expansion quotes.
• Provide the interface of information into PIA submissions, permitting and wayleave submissions.
• Produce accurate As-build documentation.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• University degree or equivalent in Surveying, Geography, Geology or similar.
• Detailed knowledge of XGSPON and point to point fibre network architecture.
• Experience of using CAD or GIS software
• Any experience of Telecoms FTTP Design (Fibre to the Premise).

Benefits

• The option to buy or sell an additional 5 days holiday
• Private medical insurance
• Life Insurance
• Income Protection
• Cycle to work scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Opportunities to progress your career - We’re a young, fast-growing business that is proud of our team of homegrown specialists. Whether you want to step up to lead a team, or expand your skills in a new area, we’ll help you reach your potential.
• Free breakfast – including fruit, snacks, teas & coffees available throughout the day
• Regular social events
• Free onsite parking
• 75% discount to Wessex Internet package

Find out what it’s really like to work at Wessex Internet from some of our team by visiting https://www.wessexinternet.com/careers/ and watch our short video

https://youtu.be/5U1j7GzB3Cc

Our offices are based in rural Dorset which does not receive regular public transport services. Please ensure your travel plans to and from the office to support this role if you are a successful candidate, you may at times be required to visit Site and will require own travel arrangements for this.

Salary: £22,000 – £24,000 (depending on experience)

Role Type: Full Time/Permanent

Required licence or certification: Driving Licence

Location: Office Based, Nr Blandford Forum, Dorset