Network Planner

About Wessex Internet

Wessex Internet is a dynamic and fast-growing Internet Provider in the South West that is changing the way full fibre broadband is rolled out in rural areas. We believe that the countryside deserves lightning-fast broadband and are passionate in delivering a fantastic service to thousands of customers whose copper line upgrade is deemed uncommercial by the rest of the industry.

We design, build, and manage our own 3000km FTTP (Fibre to the Property) network in-house and are one of the leading suppliers making use of several Government funded voucher programmes.

Wessex Internet is growing fast. Our vision is to scale whilst retaining our excellent and personal customer service. In order to make our teams more effective and efficient we are investing in world class business systems and processes. Wessex Internet wants to make step change improvements to the broadband experience, setting it apart from other internet providers.

We believe in building a great place to work, where everyone’s contribution is valued, and everybody has the chance to raise their ideas and make a difference everyday.

Every one of us is responsible for the continued success of Wessex Internet, each individual has something valuable to offer, and together we’re constantly looking for better ways to serve more people. We’re growing fast, and we need the best people to join us.

The Role

Due to rapid growth within Wessex Internet, a new opportunity has arisen within our Planning Team. The Network Planner role is key to ensuring that the network designs are in alignment with the companies planning and design policies and you will own the planning cycle from end to end.

Reporting into our Head of Planning, you will work within our Planning Team who are primarily responsible for the development of network build method, design mapping and cost reviews to distinguish the most cost and time effective method of build.

If you have previously worked in a fibre planning position or have a university degree or equivalent in Surveying, Geography or Geology we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Keeping our project tracking database updated with all relevant information.
• Creating network maps using a combination of GIS mapping software (Vetro), Google Earth and QGIS.
• Aid the Construction Team in organising and accurately documenting planned fibre construction and help with the planning and mapping of future fibre community schemes.
• Generating network expansion projects showing possible build methods and routes.
• Provide the interface of information into PIA requirements and rural Land access phases.
• Produce adhoc secondary build options to support the PMO function to achieve the works in a timely manner.
• Dissect projects into phases and document the phase requirements in a templated model to present to the project board for approval.

Requirements

• University degree or equivalent in Surveying, Geography, Geology or similar.
• Detailed knowledge of XGSPON and point to point fibre network architecture.
• Experience of using CAD or GIS software.
• Any experience of Telecoms FTTP (Fibre to the Premise) Planning and Design.
• A detailed understanding of both Urban and Rural build methods.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise across a range of processes, dealing with rapidly evolving priorities effectively.
• Quick to pick up new systems and processes.

Benefits

• The option to buy or sell an additional 5 days holiday
• Private medical insurance
• Life Insurance
• Income Protection
• Cycle to work scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Opportunities to progress your career - We’re a young, fast-growing business that is proud of our team of homegrown specialists. Whether you want to step up to lead a team, or expand your skills in a new area, we’ll help you reach your potential
• Free breakfast – including fruit, snacks, teas & coffees available throughout the day
• Regular social events
• Free onsite parking
• 75% discount to Wessex Internet package

Find out what it’s really like to work at Wessex Internet from some of our team by visiting https://www.wessexinternet.com/careers/ and watch our short video https://youtu.be/5U1j7GzB3Cc

Salary:£34,000 - £38,000 per annum, DOE

Role Type: Full Time/Permanent

Hours:40 hours per week

Location: Office based near Blandford Forum, Dorset

Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays