VodafoneThree - NOC Manager

Vodafone; Iford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension plan

Up to 28 days leave + bank holidays

Learning & development tools

Parental leave policies

Job summary

Vodafone is seeking a hands-on NOC leadership professional to keep customer networks running at peak performance. You will guide a skilled team, own major incidents, and drive rapid resolution while maintaining top-tier service levels.

In this role you will monitor performance, analyse data, manage on-call rotas, and build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders to deliver continuous improvements across a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in a 24/7 NOC environment.
• Proven ability to drive incident resolution and customer satisfaction.
• Strong data analysis skills and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing NOC team, creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Take ownership of major network incidents, driving rapid resolution and minimising customer impact.
• Proactively monitor network performance, identify risks and prevent issues.
• Ensure incidents, alerts and customer communications meet SLAs.
• Build trusted relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Drive service improvements through analysis, RCA and operational excellence.
• Manage team resources, rotas and on-call escalation responsibilities.
• Step in as deputy to the NOC Manager when required.

Skills

NOC leadership

Incident management

Network monitoring

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Communication

Team coaching

24/7 operations

Problem solving

On-call escalation

Job description

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Business Area: Local Vodafone Business Unit

Posting Country: United Kingdom

Full Time / Part Time: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.

We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.

With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

Location: Customer-Site | Warwick

Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits

Working hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday + On-Call - 1 in 4 Rota

Security Clearance: This position requires the ability & willingness to undergo and obtain a Secure Vetting (SC) clearance.

Who We Are

We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today.

We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress.

We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.

You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

Why VodafoneThree

Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last.

We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country.

You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone.

We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started.

Join our Vodafone Business Technology Solutions team, where we support businesses of all sizes with world-class technology solutions. We design and develop our Fixed Line solutions, drive efficiency through automation and AI, and implement it all directly with our customers.

What you’ll do

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll be at the heart of keeping critical customer networks running at their best. You'll lead a team of skilled engineers, tackle complex network challenges and drive outstanding service for our customers.

• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing NOC team, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Take ownership of major network incidents, driving rapid resolution and minimising customer impact.
• Proactively monitor network performance, identify risks and solve issues before they become service-affecting problems.
• Ensure incidents, alerts and customer communications are managed effectively, meeting SLAs and exceeding customer expectations.
• Build trusted relationships with customers and stakeholders, acting as a key escalation point and operational expert.
• Drive service improvements through performance analysis, root cause investigations and operational excellence.
• Manage team resources, rotas and day-to-day priorities to ensure seamless 24/7 service delivery.
• Step up as deputy to the NOC Manager when required and play a key role in the on-call escalation rota.

Who you are

• Excellent customer engagement skills, with a passion for delivering outstanding service
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently across all levels
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, building trusted relationships with customers and colleagues
• Strong spreadsheet reporting and data analysis capabilities, able to turn data into meaningful insights
• Proven ability to prioritise workloads and consistently deliver against challenging deadlines
• Comfortable performing in fast-paced, high-pressure environments where quick decision-making is essential
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve complex operational issues
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams within a 24/7 Network Operations Centre environment
• Proven experience in trend analysis, identifying recurring issues and driving continuous service improvement

What we offer

We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies.

Need to Know

We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website ( https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/reasonable-adjustments/ ) for guidance.

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you.

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Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.