Role: FULL-TIME FIBRE OPTIC CABLE SPLICER

Location: The role is based out of our central site at Coningsby (LN4 4RT)

Wage: £10.00 - £12.00 per work hour (42.5 paid weekly hours) *Pay subject to Industry experience and / or qualifications*

Schedule: 5 days per week (45 hour week - Monday-Friday – 8:00am – 5:00pm) 9-hour days with 30 minutes unpaid lunch
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Quantum Communications is currently seeking to recruit a full-time Fibre Optic Cable Splicer.

“As Lincolnshire’s local Internet Service Provider, our mission is to supply full fibre broadband to rural communities across the county that continue to suffer from slow, unreliable broadband due to obsolete copper wiring”.
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Responsibilities for Fibre Optic Splicer

· To work as a Fibre Optic Splicer within the company, this may also involve working in any work area within the company as and when required.

· This role will include working both on-site and off-site in the public space, ensuring the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment provided.

· Work with other Operatives to understand your role linked to building, testing and fault finding along the many parts of the fibre optic network.

· Maintain Quantum’s professional standards whilst operating outside in the public space and supporting customers in their Fibre to The Premises (FTTP) journey.

· Interpret Jobs packs and splice plans, recording and feeding back any anomalies that may present themselves along the way.

· To carry out safe and effective splicing practices both underground and at height, ensuring that testing is carried out with data readings being recorded in a time-sensitive manner.

· To perform fault finding in both a systematic and timely manner, ensuring data is collected and recorded as necessary.

· To carry out appropriate street works practices in-line with established code of practice. By doing so positively contribute to a safe work environment ensuring compliance with Health and Safety procedures in the public space and highways.

· To monitor and maintain stock levels of equipment and consumables when required.

· Complete relevant paperwork / evidence and forward as instructed.

· To carry out daily vehicle and tool checks, along with associated documentation as directed.

· To support company staff with Health and Safety monitoring including completing risk assessment and near miss reports.

· Have a personal responsibility for promoting the welfare and preventing harm to yourself, workforce and members of the public.

Desirable Qualifications for Fibre Optic Splicer - *A willingness to undergo training to achieve desired qualifications arranged by Quantum Communications*

· Full Driving Licence

· Unit 01 Signing, lighting and guarding for operatives

· SA002 – Safety Underground

· SA001 –Safety overhead including joint user pole

· S7 PIA Sub Duct and Cable Installation Underground

· S8 – PIA Cable Installation Overhead

· Level 2 Award in Working in Medium Risk Confined Spaces

Desirable Skills for Fibre Optic Splicer

· Eye for detail

· Dextrous

· Ambitious/Keen to learn

· Comfortable working at height

· Comfortable working in confined spaces

· Team player and able to work alone

Benefits for Fibre Optic Splicer

· 28 days, paid holiday, inclusive of bank holidays

· Competitive paid hourly rate

· Free parking

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Location: The role is based out of our central site at Coningsby (LN4 4RT)

Wage: £10.00-£12.00 per working hour (Subject to Industry experience / qualifications)

Schedule: 5 days per week (Monday-Friday – 8:00am – 5:00pm) 9-hour days with 30 minutes unpaid lunch

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