About the Role
We are currently recruiting for a Network Engineer on a fixed‑term contract up to 6 months. This is a field‑based role and ideally we are searching for someone from the Bristol region. The Network Engineer will visit stores across the South and London, the Midlands, Wales and Ireland. The role will require substantial travel and regular overnight stays. A full UK driving licence is essential. Working alongside the Project Manager and the Network Operations Centre, the Field Network Engineer will visit the Poundland and Dealz stores after fibre broadband lines have been presented by the ISP and provision the fibre lines. They will work with the Project Manager to agree the optimum schedule and communicate arrival and completion of the activity. They will work with the Network Team to migrate the stores and ensure that upgraded store connectivity is fully up and running.
Compensation, Contract & Hours
* Salary: Competitive + Benefits
* Contract Type: Full Time
* Working Pattern: Fixed Term
* Hours: 40.0
Benefits
* Professional development: A comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in‑house development programmes to set you up for success or to pursue QUALIFICATION through our apprenticeship programme.
* Bonus Potential: Unlock the possibility of earning additional bonuses, rewarding your hard work and achievements.
* Company Car: We operate an EV fleet.
* Exclusive Store Discounts: Receive a 10% discount on most in‑store purchases.
* Family‑Friendly Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits support you and your family’s needs.
* My Staff Shop: Gain exclusive discounts through our “My Staff Shop” portal, saving on various products and services.
* Life Assurance Cover: Enjoy peace of mind with our life assurance cover, securing your family’s future.
* Health & Wellbeing Programme: Benefit from an employee assistance programme that supports your health and wellbeing.
* Holiday Allowance: Start with 28 days (inc b/h) leave entitlement that increases by one day each year (up to 33 days), with the option to buy additional holiday annually. Celebrate your special day off work every year with an extra day’s holiday because we believe birthdays are important.
* Pension Scheme: Plan for the future with our contributory pension scheme, helping you save for a secure retirement.
Your Impact and Responsibilities
* Liaise with the Project Manager to plan the migrations to fibre broadband in stores in the most effective manner.
* Provide on‑site support for the Network Operations Centre during the implementation.
* Identify the location of fibre broadband installation.
* Perform data network patching and connectivity within the site communications cabinet.
* Ensure network connectivity has been reestablished after the migration and troubleshoot connectivity issues should they arise.
* Travel to Poundland and Dealz locations, including staying away from home for periods at a time.
Skills and Knowledge
* Previous experience in a Regional Network Engineer role.
* Strong working knowledge of network cabling/patching.
* Previous experience of broadband technologies including FTTP, SiGEA and ADSL.
* Previous experience of fibre technologies including leased lines.
* Previous experience of networking – Fortinet knowledge desirable.
* Strong communication skills.
* Strong problem‑solving skills.
* A full UK driving licence.
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