VodafoneThree - Climbing Engineer - Leeds

You will play an integral part of the Vodafone Field Engineering team, performing installation and maintenance activities in support of the fixed and mobile networks as well as Vodafone business solutions.

Regular climbing of Vodafone's extensive fixed and mobile infrastructure as well as rooftop-based working is essential. The role holder will be expected to undertake regular health assessments to ensure that all aspects of the role is carried out safely

Adherence to quality and H&S standards as well as achieving agreed performance targets is essential to this role

The role holder must have a flexible approach to working hours and be willing to travel if required to meet the demands of the business

The candidate will be expected to participate in a 24/7 callout rota and / or shift pattern as and when required in alignment with the requirements of the Operating Unit you are assigned to

The Field Engineering role is a physical one, with the need for manual lifting, climbing stairs, walking and being on your feet for large parts of the day, working in both inside and outside environments

Install, commission and maintain the Vodafone network, products and services to agreed Vodafone standards and service levels without compromising safe working practices

Follow our Vodafone HSE Absolute Rules, without exception

Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional and timely manner

Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and challenge existing processes and procedures in order to deliver operational excellence for our customers

Please note, Candidates must hold SC Clearance or be eligible for SC Clearance. To become eligible for SC Clearance candidates must be able to demonstrate residency in the UK for the past 5 years.

• Formal telecoms/electronic qualification or equivalent experience gained through previous roles.
• Provision of service, fault diagnosis and rectification of relevant telecoms technologies.
  
  Multi-vendor CPE including Cisco, Juniper and ADVA
• Core transmission technologies including DWDM and Ethernet
• Mobile networking technologies 3G/4G/5G and associated equipment
• Microwave Radio
• Switch and Field DC power systems
• Fibre and copper cabling and termination

• Ability to work both in a team and on your own efficiently and effectively
• A considerable amount of the role consists of lone working and so the ability to work efficiently, safely and independently is a must
• Ability to work in a focused manner under pressure to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to manage own workload to best meet the demands of the business
• Adaptability and the ability to learn new skills quickly
• Valid / full UK / EU driving license (Category
  
  B)
• Excellent customer-facing skills
• Ability to achieve and maintain SC clearance status
• Ability to achieve and maintain Advanced Climber / Tower Rescue Certification and passing regular health assessments in accordance with MATS guidance.

• HND or Degree in an appropriate technical subject or relevant industry experience
• IP & Data accreditations - e.g. Cisco CCNA / CCNP
• Wireless Network design and deployment
• LAN/WIFI and peripheral equipment's
• Unified communications solutions
• Advanced Climber / Tower Rescue Certification

We're here to build a network the UK can count on - one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online - we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with Vodafone Three, that future's being built - today.

We're creating more than the UK's best network. We're helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress.

We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there's space for you here. We're building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.

You'll join a team that genuinely cares - about each other, about our customers, and about the future we're building. From day one, you'll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

Join us and you'll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last.

We're not just expanding connectivity; we're reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With 11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities…