Role Overview
We're looking for a Cable Operative (Gang Lead) based from Warrington but covering a North West remit to support with installing, maintaining, and repairing our network infrastructure. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong understanding of telecommunications systems and a commitment to safety and quality.
Responsibilities
* Undertake work on behalf of Svella/Virgin Media in a sustainable, safe, timely and cost-effective manner.
* Ensure the safety of yourself and others affected by your work.
* Only carry out work for which you are trained and competent and cease work where procedures cannot be followed.
* Ensure quality of workmanship meets minimum standards and complies with Companies/Client Health & Safety policy and practices.
* Communicate effectively with all staff Supervisors/administration and management personnel.
* Ensure accurate information/paperwork is submitted as directed in a timely manner.
* Consider current and next phase of work and be pro-active to ensure that you are able to complete all your planned work in a safe, efficient and organised manner.
* Overall management of the work site(s), including operatives, site visitors and general public at all times.
* Attend safety briefings, training, consultation meetings and health surveillance when required.
* Follow up any remedial work (as necessary) in an accurate and timely manner.
* Use only approved equipment, in the correct manner and protect and trace all utilities within your works area and ensure the safety and health of yourself and others.
* Report and/or record all accidents, incidents, environmental events (aspects and impacts), damages, near misses and illnesses, and co-operate with site inspections and investigations.
* Comply with all Health, Safety, Engineering & Environmental requirements relevant to your duties and responsibilities, and ensure the safety of yourself and others.
* Ensure completion of accurate paperwork, including submission of track sheets and relevant records in a timely manner and ensure copies are retained as appropriate.
Skills, Qualifications & Experience
The successful candidate must meet the essential criteria to be considered for this role:
* Valid UK driving licence held for 2 years or more with no more than 6 points on licence (essential).
* Previous, practical experience of working on VM/BT/city fibre networks.
* Must have the ability to read site maps/drawings.
* Cable pulling experience - fibre, coax, copper.
* Blown fibre experience (essential).
* NRSWA accreditation (essential).
* PIA accreditation (essential).
* Excellent communication skills.
* Positive and enthusiastic approach to work.
* Good organisation skills.
* Ability to work well under pressure.
* Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Salary & Benefits
* 20 days holiday + bank holidays.
* 3x life assurance.
* Employee Assistance Program (discount from high street retailers).
* Free eye test vouchers.
* Employee referral scheme.
* Pure Gym discount.
* Virgin Media - 'My Rates' discount.
* Occupational Health.
* Access to apprenticeships.
Svella Connect is a leading provider of telecoms and digital infrastructure, building and installing high-speed broadband networks to help connect businesses and residents with full-fibre internet. With depots in Warrington, Leeds and Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, we are a leading contractor for telecoms and internet providers such as Virgin Media and carry out a range of projects across Yorkshire, Midlands and the North West. Our vision is to be the employer of choice in the industry by investing in long-term growth, introducing technology, innovation and developing efficient ways of working to ensure excellent service for our clients and their customers.
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