Transmission Team Leader

neosnetworks; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Performance bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Neos Networks is seeking a Transmission Team Leader in Reading to guide a team of designers and Tier 3 engineers in delivering critical network infrastructure. The role combines hands-on design oversight with people leadership to shape strategy, manage risk and drive improvements across projects.

You will ensure high-quality designs are delivered on time and within budget, and you'll build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors while championing best practices and

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading transmission network design teams.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Experience with RFIs/ITTs and infrastructure investment decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of network designers and Tier 3 engineers.
• Conduct performance reviews and support development plans.
• Manage resource planning and forecasting to meet demand.
• Oversee network risk management and coordinate with Operations to mitigate risks.
• Provide technical input for business cases and design decisions.
• Support innovation initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure designs are delivered on time, within budget and to standards.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and vendors.
• Promote best practices and operational excellence across design.

Skills

Transmission design

Technical leadership

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

RFIs/ITTs

Education

Telecommunications degree

Tools

Excel

Visio

Office suite

Job description

Transmission Team Leader

Neos Networks offers alternative working arrangements that give employees some flexibility, including office, home and hybrid working.

Base location: Reading, Havant or Glasgow - Hybrid working 2/3 days per week in the office

Working Pattern: Full time 37 hours per week

Salary: Competitive (depending on experience) + performance-related bonus + excellent benefits package, performance related annual bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing.

We're looking for an experienced and motivated Transmission Team Leader to lead a talented team of Designers and Tier 3 network Engineers.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering critical network infrastructure and customer solutions for both internal SSE stakeholders and commercial customers.

You'll combine strong technical expertise with people leadership, helping to shape network strategy, drive innovation, manage risk, and develop a high-performing team.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading, coaching and developing a team of network design professionals.
• Conducting performance reviews, regular 1:1s and supporting personal development plans.
• Managing resource planning and forecasting to ensure delivery against business demand.
• Overseeing network risk management and working closely with Operations teams to mitigate risks.
• Driving technical input into RFIs, ITTs, business cases and infrastructure investment decisions.
• Supporting innovation initiatives, new technologies and continuous improvement projects.
• Making informed technical and operational decisions to support business objectives.
• Ensuring high-quality network designs are delivered on time, within budget and to agreed standards.
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, customers and external vendors.
• Championing best practice, quality standards and operational excellence across the design function.

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience

• Proven experience in transmission network design, technical leadership or management roles.
• Strong understanding of transmission technologies including:
  • SDH
  • PDH
  • Microwave
  • Radio
  • IP/Layer 3 Networks
• Experience working with vendor platforms such as Cisco, Nokia and Connection Master.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing technical teams.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree in Telecommunications, Management, IT or a related discipline.
• Professional experience within telecoms, utilities or network infrastructure environments.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of fibre network specifications and design standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Visio.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, business-focused recommendations.

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to influence both today's network delivery and tomorrow's technology strategy. You'll work with a wide range of stakeholders across the business, helping to deliver reliable, scalable and cost-effective network solutions while shaping future infrastructure investments.

From supporting critical SSE business units to driving innovation and long-term network growth, you'll have a direct impact on how the organisation evolves and succeeds.