We’re the team behind the UK’s telecom networks—building, upgrading, and keeping the country connected!
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This role falls under the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)
We are looking for Self Employed Cable Operative’s to work in and around the Black Country on the VM02 network. As a Cable Operative, you will be at the forefront of constructing, installing, and maintaining advanced telecommunications networks.
What’s involved
- Building and maintaining new and existing core telecommunications access networks, including Copper, HFC, and overhead cables.
- Heavy cable pulling, spanning overhead lines, subducting, and blowing fibre.
- Keeping detailed records of your work using our internal database.
- Adhering to Virgin Media's high standards
- Following all safety regulations, including the National Roads & Street Works Act.
- Ensuring all equipment is in excellent and safe working condition.
RequirementsAbout you
- Sound practical knowledge and experience of Copper, HFC, and FTTP.
- You may be required to support the clients in house operation from time to time.
- You are comfortable with technology and eager to learn about telecommunications infrastructure.
Licence/Certification
- NRSWA Unit 2 and PIA Accredited
- Driving License: You hold a full, clean, and valid UK driving license (minimum 1 year)
- Security Clearance: DBS/necessary security checks will be carried out.
Working 40 hours per week from 8am - 5pm
Payments under CIS:
Tax will be deducted from your pay before you receive it, and the contractor will pay this directly to HMRC on your behalf.
Skills Required
- Practical knowledge and experience with Copper, HFC, and FTTP telecommunications networks
- NRSWA Unit 2 accreditation
- PIA accreditation
- Full, clean, valid UK driving license held for at least one year
- Completion of DBS and necessary security checks
- Comfort with technology and willingness to learn telecommunications infrastructure
What We Do
Comex 2000 is a UK telecom infrastructure contractor and outsourced network-services provider. Established in 1998, it designs, builds, installs, maintains and upgrades fibre and mobile/5G network infrastructure for major network operators. Its nationwide services include residential and business fibre installation, network construction, telecom civil engineering, network planning and surveying, and ongoing maintenance, supported by more than 750 field and administrative staff.
