Graduate Network Planner, Fibre
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Position Overview & Specifications
A company with a difference, and growing at the speed of light! Giganet is a dynamic, culture-driven business connecting communities to hyperfast, full fibre broadband.
The opportunity:
Giganet are actively investing in early careers programs including work experience, apprenticeships, internships and graduate programs. We are delighted to offer an entry level "Graduate" role in our Fibre Network Planning team. Working for Giganet you will gain rich insight into how a successful and growing company works and successfully expand your horizons beyond academia.
This role would suit someone coming to the end of their studies in Environmental Sciences / Geography with an interest in Urban and Regional Planning, Territorial Planning, Mapping, Land Change Analysis. To be successful in this role you will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, an analytical, problem solving mindset with the capability to grasp new and complex systems. You will need to be able to work independently whilst being able to collaborate with team members and vendors in a dynamic and forward thinking way.
About the role:
As Network Planner at Giganet, you will work with GIS tools such as QGIS and ArcGIS, interpreting maps and blueprints. The role requires someone comfortable working with large datasets for the purpose of design and planning fibre networks across the UK. The role joins an established GIS planning team, currently delivering quality fibre build to our customers in the South of England. In the role you will review and assess the quality of the Pon returns (submissions) prior to upload to our asset bank (Vetro).
About you:
If you are a person who is excited by change and wants to work with a company undertaking a fast paced transformation and believe you are Giganet-ready, please apply with your CV and a cover letter.
The recruitment process:
If your CV is shortlisted you will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team for an initial screening call. Second stage interviews will be conducted face to face in our Reading or Fareham offices. We are looking to onboard successful candidates at the end of the academic year.
About us:
In return for your hard work, Giganet offers exciting and growing team environment. We have an enviable collaborative culture and really value our people.
As well as a supportive and collaborative environment, Giganet is proud to be able to offer a range of benefits that supports your work and personal life. As a Giganet employee, you will benefit from:
Hybrid working models
Bupa Private Health and Dental Cover
5% contribution pension
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Enhanced Sick Pay
25 days annual leave
Life Assurance
Income protection
Employee Assistance Program
Days off for charitable giving and your birthday!
Eyecare Vouchers
Cycle to work scheme
Electric Vehicle Scheme
A career with Giganet is an exciting one and we want to help you be the best you can be.
If you are a person who is excited by change and wants to work with a company undertaking a fast paced transformation, get in touch.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Cable, Internet & Telephone Providers
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Graduate Network Planner, Fibre roles across Giganet's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Cable, Internet & Telephone Providers.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £30,283 - £40,735 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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