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Cable Operative

United Kingdom, Wednesbury · Job Posted December 07, 2025
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Ready to be at the heart of connecting communities? We're looking for a skilled and dedicated Cable Operative to join our team and help build and maintain cutting-edge fibre telecoms networks! As a Cable Operative, you'll be instrumental in expanding and maintaining our core telecoms access networks. This isn't just about pulling cables; it's about connecting people, businesses, and the future. You'll be hands-on with fibre cable pulling, installing cables directly to customer comms, and precisely identifying the right cables in diverse environments.

Job Responsibility

  • Underground Cabling Expertise: You'll be at the forefront of rodding & roping ducts, installing sub-ducts, and blowing fibre
  • Diverse Cable Handling: Work confidently with conventional fibre, blown fibre, copper, and CATV cables, always to client specifications
  • Safety First: Ensure all equipment meets recognized safety standards
  • Internal & External Works: Tackle internal cabling tasks and manage small cable pulls by hand
  • Digital Proficiency: Seamlessly complete daily required apps for your workstream, including risk assessments and crucial checks on your van, tools, and plant
  • Customer Champion: Exhibit professional conduct and outstanding customer care when interacting with service providers, end-users, the public, and Virgin Media colleagues
  • Quality Driven: Adhere strictly to Virgin Media's high-quality standards
  • Map & Plan Reading: Expertly read and understand job packs, including cable maps, site drawings, SLDs, and BOMs
  • Problem Solving: Report and produce detailed blockage maps
  • Accurate Reporting: Record all changes and updates from your work, keeping your line manager informed upon task completion
  • Safety Compliance: Work safely and ensure full NRSWA compliance
  • On-Call Readiness: Participate in an ERS rota approximately once every 5-6 weeks, providing 24/7 availability for urgent calls

Requirements

  • Excellent communication to collaborate effectively with colleagues and customers
  • The ability to work with minimal supervision while also being a valuable team player
  • Rooftop, RF safety awareness, and First Aid at heights. IPAF & PASMA certifications are a must
  • 2+ years of relevant experience
  • Ability to prioritise, organise, and manage tasks efficiently
  • Sound practical knowledge and experience in Civils, Cabling, and business installations
  • Good observational, analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail
  • A well-presented and professional demeanour
  • Strong IT skills
  • A full, valid driving license is essential
  • PIA tickets SA002 & S7 are a significant advantage
  • Holding an SLG unit 2 qualification
  • Confined spaces certification

Nice to have

  • PIA tickets SA002 & S7 are a significant advantage
  • Confined spaces certification

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