Colt is the New Standard in high bandwidth network and voice services for enterprises and wholesale customers in Europe, Asia and North America’s largest business hubs. With a global reach but a deep local presence, Colt is big enough to deliver and small enough to care.
OSP Technician EU III
Communication
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills to deal with both internal and external clients as well as contractors, suppliers, Local Authorities & Transport Authorities.
Job Detail
General Summary
Works independently under minimal supervision and is responsible for the delivery of specialist engineering expertise, Maintenance, Implementation and Support for the UK Rail Fibre Network, UK Backbone and UK Metro Fibre Network. Provide the necessary maintenance and quality checks on all Colt-NEO Core, Customer and Associated Network and Equipment Sites and team members, ensure Customer Satisfaction whilst achieving project deadlines and service levels to meet corporate targets within cost and quality parameters. Ensure Network Assurance and Network availability. May mentor and or train other Technicians.
Essential Duties
Maintains the security of the OSP network aerial, underground and/or trackside throughout the UK. Interacts with different organizations, Local Authorities, Police, Transport & Highway Authorities, customers, vendors, contractors, and building management to provide a high level of customer satisfaction. Manage and plans Lift & Shift (Diversions). Carries out the safety related duties and functions of COSS and SSOW Planner. Utilizes a variety of systems for the processing and reporting of work activities, inventorying OSP facilities, documentation of projects and managing various budgets to include new construction and route maintenance/protection. Owner of UK OSP network inventory for assigned market, responsible for the accuracy of routes, manholes, poles, spans/ducts, transmedia, splicing, fiber distribution panels, fiber to port connectivity and fiber assignments in corporate inventory systems. Manages contract and/or employee splicers during Network Splicing and Testing of Metro/Long Haul OSP. Provides on the job training to employees and oversees contractors to ensure the proper method and procedures of facility protection and maintenance are followed. Operates and maintains tools, test sets, and electronic equipment including: OTDR, ILM, PMD, CD, Acoustic Detectors, Plant Detection and Location equipment, Fiber optic transmissions equipment and Live Fibre Identifiers. Works closely with upstream groups, completing fiber verification requests, project estimating, design, bid, permit and manage OSP network activity. Monitors infrastructure builds and reviews punch lists and verifies work has met industry construction standards. Prepare timelines for the projects, prepare and track budgets and provide detailed weekly reports. Performs prevent/scheduled plant maintenance and inspections and directs emergency restoration and mitigation activities required for the OSP network. Included are fiber optic damages, natural disasters, power failures, and any other event that could affect operations. Initiates and plans Network Hardening Solutions in high risk/ vandalism/theft hot spot areas, compiles reports and cost implications for claims against responsible 3rd parties in the event of cable or plant damage.
Experience
Education
Education Level:
A Levels (UK) or equivalent
Field of Study:
Telecoms Engineering, Electronics, Installations or related field
Will a combination of education and experience be considered? Yes
Other Job Requirements
Core Competencies:
In addition to offering competitive salaries and incentive plans, a range of benefits and local rewards packages are offered to staff. Colt recognises the importance of a work life balance.
Some benefit examples are:
Flexible working and relaxed dress code Two days annually to spend on volunteering opportunities Flexible benefits scheme Access to a virtual business school for on-going learning Business mentoring