Viberoptix, part of the Fibrus Group of companies, deliver specialised fibre network build solutions from design, civils activities, cabling and splicing. Our team of experienced and certified engineers are leaders in their field providing excellence in every aspect of the fibre network construction.
We are seeking an Enablement Operations and Insights Lead to join our team.
Role Purpose
To provide strategic, commercial and administrative support across the Enablement department, by driving operational efficiency, delivering insights via reporting and analysis and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Reporting to the Head of Planning (Commercial), this role supports the Heads of department within the Enablement function to ensure alignment between commercial objectives, stakeholder expectations and programme delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Reporting and Analysis
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, ensuring departmental performance remains on track, providing insight that drives continuous improvement across the team
- Support the Enablement Heads of department with reporting and analysis
- Provide detailed analysis and reports for external stakeholders, both internal and external to the Fibrus group
- Analysis of network and design data that supports wider business needs
- Commercial Awareness & Support
- Monitor budget usage, cost efficiency in design and overall commercial risk across programmes.
- Support finance teams with operational data, allowing for alignment on cost at an OLT level
- Programme & Administrative support
- Co-ordinate cross functional programme activities, ensuring timelines, documentation and governance standards are met.
- Act as CPOC for all enablement programme related queries and updates
- Process Management & Improvement
- Map, document and optimise internal processes to enhance efficiency and reduce operational friction
- Lead and support on continuous improvement initiatives
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Facilitate effective communication and alignment across departments
Skills & Experience
- Strong background in telecoms operations, programme support and business analysis
- Proficiency in tools, such as Excel, Power BI, ARC GIS, Project Management tools
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Experience in process improvement
- Strong awareness of PIA
- Commercial acumen and understanding of telecoms business models
- Significant experience in a similar role
Company benefits:
- Competitive package – details available on request
- Extensive training and development
- Excellent Career progression opportunities
- Experience in a forward thinking and progressive company, with an ambition to develop our people
Additional Information:
This is not an exhaustive list of duties and requirements. The nature of the organisation is such that it will evolve as it operates and the nature of duties, tasks, knowledge and skills required for this post may develop and change in time.
Viberoptix is an equal opportunities employer.
JOB TITLE: Field Planning Surveyor
JOB LOCATION: Cumbria
TERMS: permanent full time. Site based across Cumbria
THE JOB
The Field Planning Surveyor is responsible for conducting site surveys to support the accurate design and implementation of Fiber to the Premises (FTTP) projects. This role involves using specialized tools to gather data, updating field maps, ensuring compliance with specifications, and liaising with the public to facilitate permissions. The successful candidate will work closely with the planning and wayleaves teams to provide reliable data for project design while ensuring safety and equipment maintenance standards.
WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?
- Site Surveying & Data Collection
- Conduct detailed surveys of land sites using appropriate tools and equipment, gathering data to support accurate FTTP design.
- Review historical records and evidence to verify data accuracy and ensure alignment with Openreach and client specifications.
- Mapping & Documentation
- Update field maps using ArcGIS or other mapping software to support FTTP design.
- Complete and upload daily fieldwork and data to ensure design information is current and accessible by relevant teams.
- Wayleave Engagement & Communication
- Liaise with members of the public to secure wayleave agreements, capturing accurate information for submission to the Wayleaves team.
- Engage effectively with stakeholders and community members to facilitate smooth project progression.
- Equipment & Vehicle Maintenance
- Ensure the maintenance and calibration of surveying equipment, performing weekly audits to check the condition of vehicles and tools.
- Adhere to regular schedules for van and equipment inspections to guarantee operational safety and efficiency.
- Issue Escalation & Compliance
- Promptly escalate any difficulties encountered during surveying to the Supervisor or Manager for resolution.
- Follow health, safety, and ESG guidelines, ensuring all activities are compliant with company standards.
WHAT WILL YOU BRING?
- Proficiency with surveying tools and familiarity with FTTP design requirements.
- Strong attention to detail, with a focus on data accuracy and adherence to specifications.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with the public and obtain necessary permissions.
- Commitment to health, safety, and equipment maintenance standards, with experience in using mapping software (e.g., ArcGIS) preferred.
This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in FTTP projects, providing vital data for design and maintaining positive community relationships.
ABOUT US
Viberoptix, part of the Fibrus Group of companies, deliver specialised fibre network build solutions from design, civils activities, cabling and splicing. Our team of experienced and certified engineers are leaders in their field providing excellence in every aspect of the fibre network construction.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply to join Viberoptix, please do so online and our recruitment team will be in contact with you once we’ve had a chance to have a look at your application. We wish you the best of luck and thank you for your interest in Viberoptix.
At Viberoptix, we recognise the positive value of diversity, promote equality and challenge unfair discrimination. We are an equal opportunities employer and always aim to recruit the person who is most suited to the job, welcoming people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from women, under-represented genders, individuals with disabilities, and under-represented ethnicities. We’re happy to discuss flexible working – there is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to.
All offers of employment with Fibrus will be subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks which may include all or some of the following: references, right to work, criminal record history, professional qualifications.
JOB TITLE: Delivery Manager
JOB LOCATION: Cumbria (numerous locations)
TERMS: Permanent, on-site.
REQUIREMENTS: Local location or easily accessible to Cumbria, full driving license and accreditations.
THE JOB
Are you looking to make a real investment in your career? We have Delivery Manager roles available that are key in ensuring the timely completion of the build whilst ensuring quality and compliance at all times both internally and in partnership with our contractors. This role demands a tenacity and commitment to deliver.
You will be responsible for producing a high quality Network build, built to specification whilst keeping disruption to a minimum for residents.
Locations include but not limited to Workington, Whitehaven and Penrith. You will be required to work on-site daily, so these roles would suit talent in and around the local areas above.
WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?
- Successful management and delivery of build and fibre to the home operational requirements and KPIs, delivering productivity without compromising on safety and quality
- Continuously drive efficiency and compliance (internal and external eg. PIA), reviewing quality performance and implementing necessary actions
- Ensure all work sites are to Chapter 8 requirements
- Supervision of contractor activity to ensure works are completed to Fibrus specifications and NIRAUC requirements
- Manage NISRAN CAT A/B/C defects and non-compliance
- As a delivery manager, you will fully understand and implement the company safety policy and procedures, ensuring that works are successfully delivered in a safe, quality and on time manner
- Minimisation of customer disruption during build activity
- Coordination and cooperation with the programme team to ensure works are programmed to the level of detail necessary to enable successful delivery without delays
- Regular reporting including recording daily works completed, providing weekly progress updates, budget resources and forecasting
- Providing forecasts to store/warehouse to enable correct stock replenishment
- Completing final snag and joint measure for invoicing
- Checking plans and seeking for re-plans to reduce costs
- Manage client relationships internally and externally, working closely with our build partners to form a working partnership on site
WHAT WILL YOU BRING?
As a Delivery Manager, you will bring experienced and operational leadership with proven track record in leading teams and ability to deliver against operational targets
Experience
- Experience of utility, telecommunications or civils operations
- SROH & NRSWA accredited (supervisors’ course)
- Thorough knowledge of the SROH & NRSWA Specification for the reinstatement of openings in roads and first-hand experience in reinstatement management is essential.
- Thorough knowledge of Chapter 8 Traffic Signs Manual.
- Can demonstrate the ability to learn technical knowledge relating to products and services
- Experience working within a busy environment with shared responsibilities
- Good people skills and comfortable communicating across the company hierarchy
- Clean driving licence
- Knowledge of fibre cabling and splicing works.
- Have knowledge of the Physical Infrastructure access (PIA) process.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- CAD/GIS experience.
At Fibrus we recognise the positive value of diversity, promote equality and challenge unfair discrimination. We aim at all times to recruit the person who is most suited to the job and welcome people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from women, under-represented genders, individuals with disabilities, and under-represented ethnicities. We’re happy to discuss flexible working – there is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to.
Fibrus operates as Fibrus Networks Ltd and Fibrus Networks GB Ltd and will retain your information, for the purposes of recruitment, for a period of up to 12 months. All offers of employment with Fibrus will be subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks which may include all or some of the following: references, right to work, criminal record history, professional qualifications. We may also share your information with our partner organisations for the purposes of recruitment. Please clearly note on your application if you wish us to delete your information rather than retain or share.
Job title: Test, Rode & Rope Operative
Job Location: Cumbria
Terms: Permanent full time.
Viberoptix, part of the Fibrus Group of companies, deliver specialised fibre network build solutions from design, civils activities, cabling and splicing. Our team of experienced and certified engineers are leaders in their field providing excellence in every aspect of the fibre network construction.
Responsibilities:
- Testing duct and ensuring duct capacity is correct for fibre to pass through
- Identify incorrect drawings or information and rectify on site
- Provide marked-up drawings to office
- Adherence to all Health and safety practises
- Correct use of equipment and procedures
Skills & Qualifications required:
- Organised and proactive approach to work
- Good, positive attitude to work
- Ability to work in a strong team environment
- Uses own initiative to develop ideas and practices
- Excellent time-management skills
- Flexible approach and positive attitude to work
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable but not essential:
- Knowledge of Physical Infrastructure Access (PIA) process
JOB TITLE: PIA Administrator
JOB LOCATION: Coalisland
TERMS: Full time, permanent role
THE JOB
This is a fantastic opportunity to join our business as we continue to grow. Working within a busy team, you will work closely with others to ensure all the administration tasks related to our network build are completed in line with the Openreach PIA requirements. Full training will be provided.
WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?
You will be responsible for the following areas and activities:
- Completion of administration tasks within a timely and accurate manner
- Reading cable maps and adding to Openreach Map (training will be provided)
- Assist in the production of reports as required by management and wider functions
- Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure delivery on time, and to standards for safety and compliance
- Responding to queries and requests from across the business to support delivery
- Quality checking TRR maps on Arc
- Submitting daily whereabouts to the client, including extracting all whereabouts and populating onto excel
- Submitting weekly whereabouts, including details of where future works will be and uploading information onto Openreach (OR) portal
- Creation of Network Adjustments using both Arc and the OR portal to create A55 packs
- NOI (notice of Intent) creation to advise OR of the future use of their structure, including extracting information from design maps
- Identifying missing inventory from the OR portal and raising cases with OR to resolve
- Gather data on D-poles, identifying which are able to be worked on and which need to be replaced by OR before completing works
- Create SPO (self-provide order) evidence for submission to evidence work completed is to OR standard
- Liaise with design to ensure that all design changes are recorded and uploaded to OR portal
- Reporting of damages of network to Openreach
WHAT WILL YOU BRING?
Ideally you will come from an administrative background, you’ll be excellent with Excel and work well under minimal supervision within a team.
- Experience in an administration role
- Able to communicate effectively both internally and externally
- IT literate with good knowledge of all MS Office packages
- Able to demonstrate the ability to work in a professional environment with high expectations
- Telecoms and/or GIS experience is desirable but not essential
ABOUT US
Viberoptix, part of the Fibrus Group of companies, deliver specialised fibre network build solutions from design, civils activities, cabling and splicing. Our team of experienced and certified engineers are leaders in their field providing excellence in every aspect of the fibre network construction.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply to join Viberoptix, please do so online and our recruitment team will be in contact with you once we’ve had a chance to have a look at your application. We wish you the best of luck and thank you for your interest in Viberoptix.
At Viberoptix, we recognise the positive value of diversity, promote equality and challenge unfair discrimination. We are an equal opportunities employer and always aim to recruit the person who is most suited to the job, welcoming people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from women, under-represented genders, individuals with disabilities, and under-represented ethnicities. We’re happy to discuss flexible working – there is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to.
All offers of employment with Fibrus will be subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks which may include all or some of the following: references, right to work, criminal record history, professional qualifications.
Fibrus Limited, Fibrus ISP, Hyperfast and Viberoptix, belong to the Infracapital group of companies. We will retain your information, for the purposes of recruitment, for a period of up to 12 months. We may also share your information with our partner organisations for the purposes of recruitment. Please email careers@fibrus.com if you do not wish us to retain your information or do not wish for us to share your information.
Job title: Traffic Management Operative
Job Location: Cumbria
Terms: Permanent full time.
Viberoptix, part of the Fibrus Group of companies, deliver specialised fibre network build solutions from design, civils activities, cabling and splicing. Our team of experienced and certified engineers are leaders in their field providing excellence in every aspect of the fibre network construction.
Role Summary
The Traffic Management Operative is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and removal of traffic management equipment, ensuring all items are accounted for and in working order while adhering to health and safety regulations.
The role:
· Installation and general maintenance of traffic management equipment
· Removal of traffic management equipment from location, ensuring all equipment is accounted for and in working order
· Adherence to health and safety regulations
The person:
· Previous experience in traffic management is desirable
· Full driver licence with trailer
· Excellent communication skills
· Demonstrable organisation and time management skills
· Telecoms or utilities experience is desirable
Additional Information:
This is not an exhaustive list of duties and requirements. The nature of the organisation is such that it will evolve as it operates and the nature of duties, tasks, knowledge and skills required for this post may develop and change in time.
Viberoptix is an equal opportunities employer.
We are seeking an Environmental, Sustainability and Governance Officer to join our team in Cumbria.
The Job Role
You will report into the ESG Specialist and will assist in the design, implementation and delivery of the Environmental, Sustainability and Governance strategy for Viberoptix. Passionate about this field of work, you will use your knowledge and influencing skills to inspire a cultural transformation and the integration of environmentally sustainable behaviours and tools across operational and functional areas.
· Provide reporting on ESG matters to the ESG Specialist, highlighting any areas of concern
· Be an advocate for all ESG areas throughout the business, helping to implement and ensure governance of initiatives
· Engage with the local authorities, councils and communities to promote Viberoptix and the ESG work
· Partner with key stakeholders & functional experts across the Business to ensure the effective communication of our environmental, sustainability and governance agenda
· Assist on delivery of Carbon reduction strategies
· Coach, mentor and manage the project implementation teams to deliver business sustainability goals and objectives
· Build cross functional relationships within the value stream to build trust and gain the privilege of challenging the current state. Strong understanding of change management to build momentum and buy-in for operational changes across the business
· Assist with the development and continuous improvement of our ISO Integrated Management Systems, with a key focus on ISO 14001
· Adherence to all Health and Safety regulations
The Person:
· Demonstrable experience in a similar role
· Ability to influence and communicate well within all levels of the organization
· Demonstrable ability to lead in a complex environment, energizing teams and executing strategic projects
· Proven ability to drive and manage change initiatives
· Ability to successfully motivate and maintain high moral, employee involvement, safety and teamwork
· Full valid driver licence
Additional Information:
This is not an exhaustive list of duties and requirements. The nature of the organisation is such that it will evolve as it operates and the nature of duties, tasks, knowledge and skills required for this post may develop and change in time.
Viberoptix, part of the Fibrus Group of companies, deliver specialised fibre network build solutions from design, civils activities, cabling and splicing. Our team of experienced and certified engineers are leaders in their field providing excellence in every aspect of the fibre network construction.
We are seeking Wayleave Officers to join our team in Cumbria.
Location: Cumbria GB, Site based
Role Summary:
As a Wayleave Officer, you will play a vital role in facilitating the installation of telecommunications infrastructure by securing wayleave permissions on private land and properties. You will work closely with the Wayleave Supervisor and Manager and collaborate with various internal teams to ensure the efficient rollout of our network. Your responsibilities will encompass conducting audits, negotiating agreements, and liaising with stakeholders to navigate the complexities of land ownership and consent processes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Wayleave Acquisition
- Collaborate with the Wayleave Manager to obtain permissions for the installation of telecommunications apparatus on both public and private sector properties.
- Conduct desktop audits of pre-build areas to identify private land and determine necessary wayleave requirements.
- Utilize land searches to identify ownership of private properties and secure wayleaves, easements, and landlord consents.
- Will be required to obtain wayleaves onsite from the landowner as well as remotely
- Negotiation & Coordination
- Negotiate wayleaves for Business Parks, Industrial Estates, and Council properties, ensuring favorable terms for the company.
- Coordinate with Planning, Build, and Installations teams to update requirements and ensure all necessary planning consents, wayleaves, and listed building consents are obtained.
- Liaise with public bodies, including the Department for Infrastructure, Local Councils, and Housing Associations, to facilitate effective network rollout.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Schedule and attend meetings with landowners, Councils, management agents, and other stakeholders as necessary to discuss wayleave agreements and project updates.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for landlords, management agents, and solicitors regarding permissions for installations in residential and business premises.
- Provide timely updates to the Wayleave Manager on progress and any issues that arise during the acquisition process.
- On-Site Responsibilities
- Conduct on-site visits to obtain wayleaves, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed and signed.
- Work closely with the Wayleave department to understand policies and processes, maintaining compliance with all regulations.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Experience & Knowledge
- Minimum of 2 years of administrative experience, preferably in a telecommunications environment.
- Previous experience as a Wayleave Officer (1+ year) is highly desirable, with a focus on negotiating wayleaves and managing land permissions.
- Familiarity with the ‘Symology’ platform is a significant advantage for data retrieval and review.
- Skills
- Strong negotiation skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders, including landowners and local authorities.
- Good organizational skills, capable of managing changing priorities within tight deadlines while ensuring quality output.
- Excellent communication skills, comfortable interacting at all levels of the organization and with external partners.
- Personal Attributes
- A proactive and results-focused attitude with a commitment to delivering outcomes and going the extra mile.
- A team player who is adaptable and responsive to changes in deadlines and processes.
- Confidence in asserting oneself in a professional manner while maintaining strong interpersonal relationships.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working within a legal department or knowledge of legal processes related to land use and telecommunication permissions.
- Project management experience or knowledge of project management principles.
- A qualification in Real Estate or related fields would be beneficial.
This role presents an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to the successful delivery of telecommunications infrastructure projects. If you are a dedicated professional with strong negotiation and organizational skills, we encourage you to apply.
Viberoptix, part of the Fibrus Group of companies, deliver specialised fibre network build solutions from design, civils activities, cabling and splicing. Our team of experienced and certified engineers are leaders in their field providing excellence in every aspect of the fibre network construction.
We are seeking a Quality & Compliance Operative to join our team in Cumbria.
Location: Cumbria GB, Site based
Role Summary:
The Quality & Compliance team are responsible for overseeing defects and issues in the field. They will ensure that systems are updated in a timely and accurate manner and the provision of information to relevant parties.
The Role:
- Conduct audits and reviews to ensure execution of PIA compliance standards
- Maintain accurate and complete record of compliance assessments and follow the notification process to alert appropriate parties where compliance is not met
- Work closely with he build teams to ensure a safe working environment
- Support wider PIA team by providing field support; check and validate queries; and take photos
- Adherence to health and safety while on site
- General Administration duties
The Person:
- Able to work autonomously with high level of attention to detail
- Competent with iPads and IT
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrable organisation and time management skills
- Previous experience in a similar role is desirable
- Full valid driver licence
Viberoptix, part of the Fibrus Group of companies, deliver specialised fibre network build solutions from design, civils activities, cabling and splicing. Our team of experienced and certified engineers are leaders in their field providing excellence in every aspect of the fibre network construction.
We are seeking Project Co-Ordinators to join our team in Penrith, Cumbria.
Location: Penrith GB, Office based
Role Summary:
To work closely with the Build team and support the planning and scheduling of work in line with the programme team. This role will require constant communication with a number of departments to ensure information is accurate and readily available to support the Build teams.
Responsibilities:
- Engaging with the management team to plan and schedule work in line with the programme ensuring
- A strong knowledge of programme and works scheduled
- An early warning of planned changes to forecast
- Ensuring full visibility of activity and risks across all areas of the project
- Creating and maintaining comprehensive project documentation – ensuring documents are updated and maintained
- Assisting the Build Managers to define the project scope, project activities and dates, involving all relevant stakeholders
- Liaising with the Streetworks team, updating the Streetworks system with relevant information
- Provide Streetworks administration support in accordance with business operations, ensuring compliance with all elements of Streetworks legislation through effective management of notices, permits and other documents
- Liaise with operations, local authorities and third parties to arrange bus stop / parking suspensions / road closures, use of portable traffic signalsand other traffic management
- Support the development of processes, workflows and efficiency improvements
- Ensure permits are being accepted, and finding out and flagging in advance if there are issues
- Working with the Build Managers to ensure the correct activities are identified on the project to deliver by ensuring lessons learned are communicated effectively
- Track project progress and update with daily whereabouts of teams
- Monitoring and tracking project progress against the detailed project plan – identifying risk and supporting in identifying mitigation activities
- Reporting project progress, status, and risk in a regular and timely manner, using appropriate tools and techniques, including escalation of risks to management as needed
- Adherence to all Health and Safety practices
- Provide support to management as required
Requirements:
- You will have a proven track record in coordinating projects, strong administration skills, and advanced IT skills.
- Experience of planning projects effectively
- Strong scheduling experience and administrative background
- Able to successfully manage relationships with internal and external facing stakeholders
- High-level of IT literacy, proficient user of Microsoft Office tools
- Outstanding communication and inter-personal skills
- Full UK driving licence
- Experience in the Telecommunications sector (desirable)