At a Glance
- Tasks: Install, service, and repair wireless infrastructure and fibre cabinet equipment.
- Company: Join Airband, a dynamic broadband provider reshaping connectivity across the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company vehicle, overtime pay, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Exciting opportunities for career growth in a fast-paced industry.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on connectivity in rural communities while enjoying varied work.
- Qualifications: Proactive attitude, attention to detail, and experience with network infrastructure.
The predicted salary is between 31000 - 36000 £ per year.
Location: Southwest (Devon)
Job Type: Full-Time
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, there may be requirements to start earlier and/or finish later, reimbursed by overtime payments in accordance with Airband’s overtime policy. On-call on a rota system, which will be reimbursed as per Airband’s On Call / Overtime policy.
Salary: £31,000 to £36,000 Per Annum DOE + Company Vehicle
At Airband, we’re building more than broadband networks, we’re helping reshape connectivity across the UK. Originally established to tackle the digital divide in rural and underserved communities, Airband has grown into a dynamic broadband provider delivering services through Fibre, Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) and wholesale network partnerships.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that wireless infrastructure and fibre cabinet equipment within your assigned area are fully maintained, reliable and operating at optimum performance. The role involves installing, servicing and repairing Airband’s fixed wireless access network and associated fibre cabinet equipment. You will play a key part in maintaining service availability, resolving faults efficiently and supporting the ongoing performance of the network. You will also be expected to set a strong example in both work ethic and standards, consistently delivering high-quality work and maintaining accurate evidence, including photographic proof where required. This position requires a proactive approach, attention to detail and a commitment to keeping the network operating to the highest possible standard.
Responsibilities:
- Predominantly working on our wireless infrastructure which includes a variety of mast/tower structures to install/service radio equipment.
- As Infrastructure Engineer, you will enjoy working in a varied environment.
- You will be out on the road traveling to sites throughout your dedicated area, delivering a high level of installation, servicing, and repair work to our wireless infrastructure across both the traditional ISP and customer network elements.
- Working with microwave radio links – building/landing/panning and configuring.
- Installing and configuring Airband's FWA (Fixed Wireless Access) network of Access points across numerous frequency bands and technologies.
- Installing and building cabinets/compounds that house the wireless/network hardware.
- Fibre infrastructure in cabinets such as switches/routers/OLT installing and commissioning.
- Site cabling – Cat 5/6 and coax as well as fibre patching.
- Rectification/replacement of basic elements of UPS, batteries and associated hardware.
- Preventative Maintenance.
- Site Documentation (existing sites).
You will ensure that all works undertaken complies to Airband’s health and safety standards.
Infrastructure Engineer employer: Airband
At Airband, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values innovation and teamwork. Our Infrastructure Engineers enjoy competitive salaries, overtime reimbursement, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment across beautiful Devon, all while contributing to bridging the digital divide in rural communities. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, we provide ongoing training and career advancement opportunities, making Airband a rewarding place to build your future.
