Fibre Planner

We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Fibre Planner interested in joining a major new player in the UK telecommunications sector, specifically FTTP/FTTH infrastructure upgrade projects.

Axione, a Bouygues Energies & Services subsidiary, is a world leader in telecommunications infrastructure that delivers services to local authorities, telecommunications companies and components manufacturers. As part of huge international growth, we are looking to recruit the following profiles in Scotland.

Fibre Optic Planners / Schedulers:

Profile & skills required (with at least 3 years experience as Fibre-Optic Planner / Scheduler):

• Your role will be to carry out complete audits of project sites prior to the commencement of works whilst supporting our in-house design department.
• Horizontal pathway analysis (counting / identifying residential housing & detailing positions of work sites)
• Vertical pathway analysis (visiting offices or other buildings) to accurately map their positions, pinpoint termination boxes, fixtures & fittings, positions of equipment & site access, whilst taking photos in order to support the design & production teams.
• Verification of existing infrastructure / buildings to identify any potential problems.
• Quality control. Ensuring conformity to strict quality standards and controls.
• Experience of working at heights, in confined spaces & challenging field environments is essential (For example, in bad weather conditions) - We require candidates that are able to maintain & interpret records & daily work logs, data recordings & network design maps whilst always respecting stringent health & safety procedures
• A full UK or EU driving licence is essential for these roles & constant travel around Scotland will be required
• Must be able to read & count and take care of the equipment supplied and be able to operate a tablet type device.
• You should be punctual, dependable, rigorous & have good interpersonal skills in order to deal with both clients & your fellow team members. We are looking for people who take real pride in their work.
• Ideally you will have the relevant up-to-date certification in order to undertake this work. For example, Safepass, Manual Handling, 3-day Occupational First Aid & 3-day CSCS SLG (Signing, Lighting & Guarding).

Fiber optic installation and repair demands physical fitness, with some employees handling loads of up to 50 lbs (23kg) or more.

Workers will need to become proficient with construction equipment. Aptitude with hand tools, including cable jacket strippers, crimpers and diagnostic equipment is essential.

In return, Axione can offer a world-leading training & development programme as well as the opportunity to join a dynamic & growing international group.

Axione offer a competitive salary & benefits package & full support from management carrying out your role. Long-term career prospects are guaranteed due to the nature of our projects and rapid development both locally & internationally.

Why choose us?

Part of the Bouygues Group, Axione is a global player in the telecommunications infrastructure sector based on the drive to digitally develop local areas.

A leading player in France`s very high speed broadband strategy, Axione designs, builds, finances and operates new-generation digital infrastructure (FTTP/FTTH) for its own projects, local authorities and for Internet Service Provider.
We are currently extending our expertise in the United Kingdom.

Axione UK will focus on managing:

-the build of Axione`s network in the UK
-the sourcing and management of its local supply chain
-elements of the support and operation of the network, and
-the exploitation of its network in the UK