Network Planning Lead

1 week ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Wessex Internet Full time

About Wessex Internet

We are a dynamic and rapidly expanding Internet Provider in the South West, revolutionising full fibre broadband deployment in rural areas. Our mission is to deliver lightning-fast broadband to thousands in the countryside, designing, building, and managing our own cutting-edge FTTP network. We are excited to be expanding our network to the New Forest, Wiltshire, and South & West Dorset.

The Role

As a key player in the development and growth of our fibre network, you will lead a team of Senior Network Planners and work alongside the Delivery & Operations Team. Our design teams play a critical role in our delivery from project identification and inception, through planning and delivery, and finally in-life change.

Responsibilities

  1. Leadership and Strategy Development: Leading the team to produce high-quality, cost-effective designs while developing and owning the department's strategy to ensure Wessex Internet remains a leader in the industry.
  2. Training and Development: Collaborating with Regional Delivery Managers to train, coach, and develop the Planning Team, ensuring they are equipped to meet the demands of their roles.
  3. Oversight and Compliance: Maintaining total oversight of the Network Planning regions, ensuring that all network and design principles are not only met but exceeded.
  4. Forecasting and Resource Management: Managing the forecasting of design pipelines and resources to meet project deadlines and future targets, utilizing both in-house and outsourced partners.
  5. Client & Supplier Relationship Management: Owning relationships with our clients & design partners and conducting service reviews to ensure quality and value for money.
  6. Reporting and Budget Control: Producing monthly reports on design productivity and budgetary control, while also highlighting and mitigating risks to the Regional Delivery Managers and Operational Team.
  7. Communication and Coordination: Liaising with internal and external teams, as well as third parties, to ensure smooth project execution.

Requirements

  1. University degree or equivalent in Surveying, Geography, Geology, or similar.
  2. Experience of managing third-party suppliers to time, cost, and quality.
  3. In-depth knowledge of fibre optic telecommunications network architecture and design knowledge of FTTP/FTTH.
  4. Ability to ensure that the highest standards of quality and network integrity are maintained, and records updated accordingly.
  5. Full UK driving licence is a must.
  6. Reside or be prepared to relocate within the network area (Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire, and Hampshire).

Benefits

  1. 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
  2. The option to buy or sell an additional 5 days of holiday.
  3. Enhanced Family Pay.
  4. Private Medical Insurance.
  5. Life Assurance.
  6. Income Protection.
  7. Cycle to Work Scheme.
  8. Tech Scheme.
  9. Opportunities to progress your career.
  10. Regular social events.
  11. Free onsite parking.
  12. 75% discount to Wessex Internet package.

We offer a competitive salary of £52,500 per annum, making us one of the top employers in the industry. If you are passionate about delivering excellent customer service and have experience in fibre network design, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Hiring Type: Full Time/Permanent.

Hiring Location: Office based near Blandford Forum, Dorset. Some requirements to travel.



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