Cable Operative

Comex 2000; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Cable Operative, where your skills will directly contribute to innovative telecom projects. This role involves building and maintaining fibre networks, requiring strong teamwork and communication abilities. You'll work in various environments, emphasizing health and safety while utilizing modern technology for task management. With a commitment to your professional growth, this organization offers ongoing training and a supportive team atmosphere. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the telecom industry, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Pension Scheme

Discounted Virgin Media Products

Ongoing Training Opportunities

Supportive Team Environment

Qualifications

• NRSWA accredited and trained in fibre/sub duct installation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills required.

Responsibilities

• Upgrade and maintain fibre networks through heavy cable pulling.
• Record changes and upgrades, ensuring client standards are met.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Task Management

IT Skills (Excel, Word)

Full Driving License

NRSWA Accreditation

Fibre/Sub Duct Installation Training

Education

NRSWA Accreditation

Fibre Cabling Qualifications

City & Guilds Confined Spaces

Tools

Tablet/Mobile Phone

Job description

Role Overview

The Cable Operative will build and maintain new and existing core and distribution fibre networks, specifically fibre cable, sub duct pulling as well as fibre blowing. Involves heavy cable pulling, either with assist equipment or by-hand, and identifying cables/parts of cables, sub ducts to be worked on in various locations and environments.

Responsibilities and duties

As part of a 2 or 3 person gang, the core responsibilities will be to -

· Upgrade existing fibre networks through heavy cable pulling, sub duct pulling and fibre blowing to client standards

· Build and maintain new and existing fibre networks either with assist equipment or by-hand through identifying cables and sub ducts to be worked on in various locations and environments

· Record changes and upgrades made updating the client with details upon task closure

There is a strong focus on health and safety and you will be required to complete risk assessments and online forms via a company provided tablet/mobile phone.

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications

· Excellent communication skills

· Ability to work with minimum supervision

· Ability to work within a team

· Be able to prioritise, organise and manage tasks

· Well-presented and have good presentation skills.

· Must have good IT skills - specifically Microsoft Excel and Word.

· Must be holding a Full Driving License

· NRSWA Accredited

· Approved Fibre / Sub Duct installation trained. Confined Spaces City & Guilds preferred, relevant fibre cabling and blowing qualifications.

BenefitsBenefits

• Make a Real Difference: Your expertise will directly impact the rollout of groundbreaking telecoms projects, keeping Virgin Media at the forefront of the industry.
  
• Be Part of a Winning Team: Collaborate with a passionate and supportive team who share your drive for excellence.
  
• Embrace Continuous Learning: We invest heavily in your development, offering ongoing training and opportunities to expand your skillset.
  
• Unlock Your Potential: Enjoy a career path brimming with possibilities, where your contributions are valued and rewarded.
  
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme & heavily discounted Virgin Media products.
  

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply today!

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