Cabling Engineer

Help build the network connecting rural communities.

At Wessex Internet, we're transforming connectivity across Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire and the New Forest by delivering ultrafast full fibre broadband to rural homes and businesses.

We're looking for a Cabling Engineer to join our Town Build team. In this role, you'll be responsible for installing fibre optic cabling within both Openreach PIA infrastructure and Wessex Internet's own network. Working across highways and street works environments, you'll ensure installations are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

This is a hands‑on field‑based role suited to someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in delivering quality work and has experience within telecoms network construction.

• A starting salary of up to £27,000 - £36,000, dependent on experience.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days.
• Private medical insurance and life assurance.
• Cycle to Work & Tech purchase schemes.
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• Staff broadband discount (75%).
• High street discounts on 100+ brands.
• Summer & Christmas team socials.
• Career development opportunities – Whether you want to lead a team or learn new skills, we’ll support your growth in our fast‑moving business.

• Installing overhead and underground fibre optic cable within Openreach PIA and Wessex Internet infrastructure.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, network plans and specification sheets to complete installations accurately.
• Installing sub‑duct and fibre cabling in accordance with company and industry standards.
• Carrying out on‑site surveys to validate planned routes and identify practical or cost‑effective alternatives where appropriate.
• Producing accurate as‑built records and collecting installation data.
• Completing overhead and underground survey reports, including test rodding and roping where required.
• Liaising professionally with colleagues, customers and office‑based teams throughout the delivery process.
• Supporting other operational teams where required to meet customer commitments and project timescales.
• Working safely within highways and street works environments, following all Health & Safety procedures and Street Works legislation.
• Ensuring company vehicles, equipment and tools are maintained and used appropriately.

• Previous experience installing fibre optic networks within Openreach PIA and/or other telecoms infrastructure.
• The ability to read and accurately interpret network drawings, plans and technical specifications.
• The confidence to work independently while managing their workload effectively.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and customers.
• A high level of attention to detail and pride in delivering quality workmanship.
• A good understanding of Health & Safety requirements, including safe working practices within highways and street works environments.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Relevant PIA accreditations, including SA001, SA002, S7 and S8.
• NRSWA Signing, Lighting and Guarding accreditation.
• The ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

If you're an experienced Cabling Engineer looking to be part of a company that's transforming rural broadband, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and join Wessex Internet in building the full fibre network that keeps rural communities connected.