Fibre Designer

We’ve only just begun, but what a beginning. In a once in a generation moment, we’ve brought together powerful brands to create one united force. TPG Telecom has a powerhouse of brands which include Vodafone, TPG, iiNet, Internode, Lebara, AAPT and Felix. The latest technology and brave thinking let us connect our people and communities. You could play a role in that. A big one. We invite you to bring your boldness and stand out. You are empowered. Opportunities are plenty for those ready to accept the challenge.

Role Purpose & Environment

The Network Integrity division is responsible for delivering a complete Network Relocation Service, specialising in providing solutions to fibre asset relocations across varied network architectures. This includes the removal of fibre infrastructure, relocation of fibre assets, redesign/reconstruction of the fibre network and protection of fibre assets.

The team of highly experienced Network Integrity Fibre Designers are tasked to produce design solutions with practical application.

Responsibilities

• Produce engineering standards and architecture documentation of the fibre network.
• Planning & Design of fibre installation, ensuring adherence to Facilities Access Agreements, Telecommunications legislations, property, and commercial agreements. New agreements should comply with property and legal governance.
• Provide engineering work orders, drawings and plans as required, current approval for facilities access and use of quality materials to ensure contractors can successfully deploy fibre cable to TPG specifications.
• Direction and support for other engineering and operational teams and deploying new cable, interconnecting with other carrier networks or operationally reinstating fibre cable.
• Validate accuracy of asbuilt fibre records, including the representation of fibre depository databases and graphical inventory systems, whilst providing direction and documentation for application enhancements to GIS.
• Project administration of all fibre activities, including financial project monitoring and reporting, variations, purchase order and requisition tracking with an on time and on budget focus.
• Owners of the fibre architecture with consideration against cost, quality, and capacity.
• Compilation of Concept Design Document inclusive of detailed CAD design identifying proposed construction, trench, duct, subduct, pit and fibre routing requirements.
• Create splicing diagram instructions recommendation to GIS, which is translated into a SOW to be executed by contractors.

Knowledge & Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in relevant discipline (e.g. Engineering, Telecommunications, Project Management.)
• Minimum 2- 5 years’ experience in fibre cable installations with working knowledge of fibre optic deployment.
• ICT or Telecommunications delivery experience is highly desired. 
• Intermediate to Expert knowledge of telecommunication fibre networks.
• Solid understanding of OSP, ISP, aerial and underground design principals and demonstrate technical knowledge.
• Strong analytical and design skills with strong project management skills.
• Ability to follow commercial agreements, ensuring adherence to terms and conditions by legally binding documents.
• Demonstrate skills using Mapinfo, AutoCAD, MS Office Suite and other industry-related hardware and software, strongly desired.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with stakeholder management.
• Strong negotiation skills and time management.

Benefits and perks

• Flexible hybrid way of working (work from home and office)
• ‘Stay Connected Mobile’ – Access to a free mobile plan
• ‘Stay Connected NBN’ – Access to a free NBN 100 plan
• ‘Your Leave’ - an additional 4 days of leave to be used whenever you like - every year
• Access to TPG Learning Hub platform and internal development opportunities
• Access to Corporate Partner Discounts

Bolder and better together! 

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet every single criteria. At TPG Telecom we recognise that what may make you different, makes the difference!

We’re all about enabling every individual to be their authentic selves and creating a place where everybody belongs. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to APPLY NOW regardless. You may just be the right candidate for this or perhaps another similar role with us.

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