Pole Tester

JOB TITLE: Pole Tester

JOB LOCATION: NI

TERMS: Permanent, full-time role.

THE JOB

The Fibrus Network in Northern Ireland contains a significant volume of wooden poles which carry overhead cables and provide a suitable structure for the mounting of associated equipment. In keeping with wider industry agreed standards, these poles need to be tested at scheduled intervals to ensure they continue to meet those standards and do not exhibit any signs of decay or damage.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

• Carry out specific tests on Fibrus only poles situated throughout Northern Ireland in accordance with the standards agreed.

• Working at height as some pole climbing will be required.

• Carrying out light digging tasks.

• Following a set programme of testing and co-ordinating work effectively.

• Meeting set targets ensuring delivery of the testing programme to the agreed completion date.

• Recording all results from the tests carried out and provide reports where required.

• Attaching labels to the tested poles which accurately reflect the current status of the pole after test.

• Ensuring all Health and Safety standards are implemented.

• Attending all meetings or engaging in all calls which may be required.

WHAT WILL YOU BRING?

• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable, but not essential, as full training will be provided.
• Have proven ability to manage and follow scheduled work programmes.
• The ability to deliver to the highest possible standards.
• IT literacy
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• An organised and proactive approach to work.
• Ability to work on an autonomously but also as part of a team when required.
• A full valid driving licence is essential

At Fibrus, we put our people first! As award winners in Advancing Diversity in the Workplace at the 2023 Women in Business awards and having recently been awarded the Investors in People ‘We invest in People’ standard accreditation, we are proud to be a company who encourage colleagues to do and be their very best.

Our culture is focused on trust, collaboration, growth and flexibility. We invest in our people, offering colleagues benefits that improve their personal lives as well as their careers! So along with competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package, we also offer our colleagues benefits including mental health workshops, professional development support and private healthcare.

We also recognise the importance of supporting our colleagues with life changes and have comprehensive policies around menopause, mental health, pregnancy loss and leave for maternity, parental and adoption. As we continue to grow, you would be joining a team of dedicated and passionate people who work super hard every day to improve the lives of those in our own communities by transforming the digital infrastructure of Northern Ireland and Great Britain! We’re building something special at Fibrus, with our team at the very heart of it and we are excited to speak to potential colleagues who share our purpose!

To apply to join the Fibrus family, please do so online and our Recruitment team will be in contact with you once we’ve had a chance to have a look at your application. We wish you the best of luck and thank you for your interest in Fibrus. #Fibrus