Network Readiness Engineer

Join Truespeed as a Network Readiness Engineer and help connect rural communities to lightning-fast internet!

Network Readiness Engineer
Bath, BA2

• Full time, permanent (40 hours per week)
• £30,000 - £34,000 per annum, DOE

At Truespeed, we’re revolutionising broadband delivery by rolling out ultrafast full-fibre connectivity to rural and underserved areas. As a pioneering Altnet provider, we do things differently, putting people and communities at the heart of our mission.

With a focus on integrity, innovation, and customer-first values, we’re on a mission to connect homes and businesses across the South West to future-proof digital infrastructure. If you’re passionate about making a real impact where it matters most, we’d love to have you onboard.

The Role

We’re on the lookout for a skilled Network Readiness Engineer to join our growing team. In this vital role, you'll prepare properties for fibre broadband installation and ensure our high-speed network is ready to go before the installation date.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare residential and commercial properties for fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP) installation
• Conduct underground works, including slot trenching and managing Openreach ducting
• Carry out overhead fibre feeds from Truespeed or Openreach poles
• Leave fibre coiled safely at the property, ensuring Openreach and Truespeed standards are met
• Identify and escalate blockages, civils work needs, or tree obstructions
• Support the installation team and broader field teams as required
• Perform rod and rope, subducting, and cable pulling duties
• Maintain all tools, equipment, and vehicles in working order
• Use the correct equipment for each task and complete all necessary digital forms
• Communicate effectively and manage customer expectations onsite

Benefits

We know our people make the difference. That’s why we offer a comprehensive rewards package and a culture that values collaboration, development, and wellbeing, including:

• Competitive salary (£30,000 – £34,000 DOE)
• Private healthcare and 24/7 online GP access
• Life insurance (4x annual salary)
• Generous pension scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Employee referral bonus
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for a driven, proactive, and hands-on team player with a passion for quality and customer care. About you:

• Practical experience with fibre installations (essential)
• Familiar with Openreach UG/OH specs, including Sign, Lighting & Guarding
• MEWP-certified and TETRA-qualified
• Basic understanding of civils works and fibre routing
• Confident working at height and with tools/equipment
• IT literate, with the ability to complete digital forms
• Full UK driving licence
• Excellent communicator and team player

We’re reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so don’t wait to apply!

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today, and you will be directed to the company website to submit an application form.

Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

No agencies, please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Fibre Installation Engineer, Telecoms Field Engineer, Network Build Engineer, Fibre Optic Engineer, FTTP Engineer, Network Technician, Civils Operative, Fibre Splicer, Telecommunications Engineer, Fibre Network Technician