Telecoms Technician - Poling

Circet; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Life assurance

Employee wellbeing support

Job summary

Circet UK is seeking skilled Poling Operatives to join our field-based team across Scotland. The role focuses on installing, maintaining and renewing poles and overhead infrastructure for the Openreach network, with strict adherence to safety and quality standards.

You will report to the Field Operations team, work with Pole Erection Units and HIAB, and hold NRSWA qualifications along with a UK driving licence. Circet offers a competitive package and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience as Poling Operative or similar telecoms field role.
• Pole Erection Unit and HIAB experience.
• Understanding of Openreach network infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Install, remove and dress poles as required.
• Replace and renew drop wires and joints in Openreach network.
• Carry out works in line with SLAs and Circet/client standards.
• Ensure health & safety compliance and collect digital job updates.
• Document and maintain records of completed works using tablets.

Skills

Poling operations

Openreach knowledge

Health & safety

Teamwork

Digital updates

Driver's licence

Education

NRSWA Operative (CAT & Genny)

Full UK driving licence

Openreach accreditations (desirable)

Right to work in UK

Tools

Pole Erection Unit

HIAB experience

Tablets / digital devices

Job description

Telecoms Technician - Poling - Network Build (Scotland)

Field-Based | Full-Time | Experienced / Operative Role

Build and Maintain the Openreach Network - Join Circet UK

Circet UK is seeking skilled and motivated Poling Operatives to join our operations across Scotland. This field-based role plays a key part in the construction and maintenance of the Openreach network, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Reporting into the Field Operations team, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and renewing poles and overhead infrastructure, while ensuring full compliance with health & safety and client requirements.

What You'll Be Doing

• Install and remove poles, including dressing new poles
• Replace and renew existing drop wires
• Replace and renew overhead and underground joints within the Openreach fibre and copper network
• Complete all works in line with agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
• Carry out works in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and Circet and client standards
• Accurately document, check, and maintain records of completed works using digital devices

What You'll Need

Experience

• Experience working as a Poling Operative or in a similar telecoms field role
• Pole Erection Unit and HIAB experience
• Understanding of Openreach network infrastructure

Skills & Attributes

• Self-motivated with the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Strong awareness of site health & safety processes and procedures
• Comfortable using tablets and digital systems for job updates
• Reliable, safety-focused and quality-driven approach

Qualifications & Certifications

• Full NRSWA Street Works qualifications at Operative level (including CAT & Genny)
• Full UK driving licence (HGV Class 2 required for at least one member per crew)
• Relevant PIA and Openreach accreditations (desirable)
• Full UK right to work

Why Join Circet UK?

• Inclusive Culture: We're committed to diversity and creating a supportive environment for everyone
• Career Progression: Access structured development programmes, mentoring, and accredited training
• Leadership Growth: We invest in internal talent - many of our leaders started where you are
• Making an Impact: Take part in our CSR initiatives and help shape the future of connectivity
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, life assurance, employee wellbeing support, and more

We're Committed to Inclusion. At Circet UK, we value talent, potential, and diversity across our workforce. We welcome all applications and strive to create an inclusive and empowering workplace for everyone.