Fibre Pre-Installation Engineer

Fibre Pre-Installation Engineer
Location: Colchester
Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum
Shift Pattern: Standard working hours, with occasional flexibility required

Fibre Pre-Installation Engineer Job Summary
Our client is on the lookout for a Fibre Pre-Installation Engineer. You'll be a key player in preparing homes and properties for full-fibre connectivity. Your role focuses on ensuring all fibre infrastructure from poles to ducts is in place and ready before the installation team connects customers. You'll work across overhead and underground networks, helping identify and solve potential access or civils issues while maintaining high standards of safety and professionalism.

Fibre Pre-Installation Engineer Responsibilities:

1. Prepare sites for fibre installations by completing pre-installation work on both overhead and underground networks.
2. Work to our clients' specifications, ensuring all fibre is safely routed and coiled in accordance with guidelines.
3. Use slot trenching, duct access, or poles to route fibre to the property.
4. Tackle civils tasks, including rodding and roping or pulling in subduct/cable.
5. Identify potential issues such as duct blockages, tree cutting requirements, or pole accessibility.
6. Support installation teams as needed, helping ensure seamless delivery to customers.
7. Ensure all tools, vans, and equipment are well-maintained and ready for daily use.
8. Complete all necessary online company forms and job documentation.
9. Maintain a strong focus on customer experience and manage expectations professionally.

Fibre Pre-Installation Engineer Qualifications & Skills:

1. NRSWA Operative, SA001, SA002, SA007, SA008, QO19, and QU020 qualifications (required).
2. Openreach underground and overhead experience.
3. Qualified to operate a MEWP.
4. Practical knowledge of fibre installs and basic civils work.
5. Basic IT proficiency and ability to complete digital job records.
6. Clean driving licence.
7. Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Fibre Pre-Installation Engineer Benefits:

1. Salary up to £32,000.
2. 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays.
3. Private Medical Insurance with Vitality.
4. Company bonus scheme.
5. Access to thousands of discounts via Reward Gateway.
6. Enhanced maternity/paternity pay.
7. Company sick pay.
8. Future Leaders programme with structured career and training pathways.

If you're interested in this role, please apply and one of our team will be in touch.