Head of Broadband Network Development

6 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Wessex Internet Full time
About Wessex Internet

Spearheading our mission to revolutionise full fibre broadband deployment in rural areas, we're revolutionising the way people live, work, and connect. Our team is passionate about delivering lightning-fast broadband to thousands in the countryside, designing, building, and managing our own cutting-edge FTTP network. We're expanding our Network to the New Forest, Wiltshire, and South & West Dorset.

As a multiple award-winning provider, including Overall Fibre Provider of The Year 2023, Wessex Internet has doubled in size over the last 18 months. We prioritise excellent customer service and invest in staff development, earning us a finalist spot in the 2023 UK Fibre Awards for the Best Company to Work for.

We're actively recruiting innovative individuals to join our collaborative team, fostering a workplace where each contribution is valued, providing ample opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you're passionate about transforming the broadband landscape and being part of an award-winning company at the forefront of the industry, Wessex Internet is the place for you

The Role

Working closely with our Delivery & Operations Team, you will lead a team of Senior Network Planners and play a critical role in the development and growth of our fibre network. Our design teams drive project identification and inception, planning, delivery, and in-life change.

Reporting directly to the Chief Operations Officer, the Head of Network Planning will lead a team responsible for the pipeline of work through the end-to-end process. This role requires a combination of leadership, strategic thinking, technical knowledge, and effective communication skills to ensure successful network planning and delivery.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Develop and own the department's strategy to ensure Wessex Internet remains a leader in the industry.
  2. Collaborate with Regional Delivery Managers to train, coach, and develop the Planning Team.
  3. Maintain total oversight of the Network Planning regions, ensuring that all network and design principles are met and exceeded.
  4. Manage the forecasting of design pipelines and resources to meet project deadlines and future targets.
  5. Owning relationships with our clients & design partners and conducting service reviews to ensure quality and value for money.
  6. Work closely with the Delivery & Operations Team to integrate new ways of working and technologies effectively.
  7. Produce monthly reports on design productivity and budgetary control, highlighting and mitigating risks to the Regional Delivery Managers and Operational Team.
  8. Demonstrate the ability to think creatively and solve problems on the spot, particularly due to the use of unique build methods.
  9. Liaise 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. Ability to lead a large team with varying capabilities, demonstrated by previous line management experience.
  3. Experience of managing third-party suppliers to time, cost, and quality.
  4. Confident negotiator with clear communication skills and ability to manage stakeholders at all levels.
  5. In-depth knowledge of fibre optic telecommunications network architecture and design knowledge of FTTP/FTTH.
  6. Excellent personal organisation, ability to work autonomously, and prioritise effectively.
  7. Ability to ensure that the highest standards of quality and network integrity are maintained, and records updated accordingly.
  8. Full UK driving licence is a must.
  9. Reside or be prepared to relocate within the network area (Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire, and Hampshire).

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