Company Description
Genesis Technology Services Limited is a leading engineering service provider based in Cambridgeshire, UK, with a global presence across the UK, Europe, USA, Middle East, and Asia. With a rich 25-year heritage, Genesis supports major telecom mobile network operators and OEMs through facilities management, resource management, IT and SaaS management, and digital transformation services. The company is committed to delivering high-quality solutions and ensuring exceptional customer experiences. Since 2000, Genesis has consistently earned recognition for its excellence in service delivery and strong commitment to health and safety standards.
Job Description – Deployment Head (Telecom)
Position Title: Deployment Head – Telecom
Location: Peterborough, UK (Head Office based, 5 days per week)
Reports To: Director / CTO
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Role Overview
We are looking for an accomplished Deployment Head – Telecom to lead our end-to-end telecom deployment initiatives across RAN, Transmission, and Core technologies. The role demands strong expertise in Telecom RAN, DICI (Design, Installation, Commissioning, Integration), Project Delivery, 3G/4G/5G, Microwave, Rigging, and Transmission, with proven leadership in managing teams and delivering large-scale telecom projects.
The successful candidate will be based in our Peterborough Head Office (5 days a week), with flexibility to visit customer offices and deployment sites frequently to support field teams, drive operational excellence, and ensure customer satisfaction.
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Key Responsibilities
Project & Deployment Management
• Lead planning, coordination, and execution of telecom rollout projects, covering RAN, Transmission, and Core Network domains.
• Oversee DICI processes ensuring timely delivery, compliance, and quality standards.
• Manage commissioning, integration, and acceptance of 3G, 4G, and 5G sites.
• Ensure smooth delivery of customer projects within agreed SLAs and timelines.
Technical Leadership
• Provide hands-on technical guidance for RAN, microwave, and transmission networks.
• Supervise rigging and field deployment activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Support operational readiness and performance optimization of live networks.
Financial & Business Management
• Manage project P&L (Profit & Loss) and cost control initiatives.
• Drive efficiency in resource planning, vendor management, and subcontractor control.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for deployment programs.
Team Leadership
• Lead, mentor, and motivate cross-functional technical and field teams.
• Establish KPIs and monitor performance across projects and operations.
• Foster a collaborative, safe, and customer-focused working environment.
Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
• Act as the senior point of contact for customers regarding deployment progress and escalations.
• Maintain strong relationships with operator partners, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Represent the company in customer meetings, reviews, and governance forums.
Operational Excellence
• Ensure adherence to Health & Safety regulations in all deployment activities.
• Continuously improve processes to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve delivery quality.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership and customers on program progress.
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Key Skills & Competencies
• Strong technical expertise in RAN (3G/4G/5G), Transmission, Microwave, Rigging, Commissioning, and Integration.
• Hands-on experience with DICI processes and end-to-end telecom project delivery.
• Proven record in program management, P&L accountability, and cost control.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and develop talent.
• Strong stakeholder management and customer-facing capabilities.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced telecom environment.
• Flexibility to travel frequently for customer meetings and site support.
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Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• 12+ years of telecom deployment experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Successful track record of delivering large-scale network rollout projects for 3G/4G/5G.
• Experience in managing field teams, subcontractors, and vendor relationships.
• Strong financial acumen with proven P&L and cost management experience.
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Base Location: Peterborough Head Office (required on-site 5 days a week)
Travel: Flexible to visit customer offices and deployment sites across the UK as needed