VodafoneThree - Infrastructure Build Lead

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Location: Regional (Field Based)
Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits
Working hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday

Homebased
Our homebased working means you'll work from home almost all the time and come together on certain occasions during the year to be creative, collaborative and simply connect. Our "Office in a Box" home working kit will provide you with everything you need, no matter where you are.
    

Who We Are
We're here to build a network the UK can count on - one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online - we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future's being built - today.
We're creating more than the UK's best network. We're helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress.
We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there's space for you here. We're building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.
You'll join a team that genuinely cares - about each other, about our customers, and about the future we're building. From day one, you'll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

Why VodafoneThree
Join us and you'll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last.
We're not just expanding connectivity; we're reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country.
You'll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you'll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone.
We move at pace, because what we're building matters - and we're learning as we go. We're proud of the progress we've made, but we're just getting started.
Join our UK Networks team, where we're continually building and enhancing our network, connecting millions of people and businesses across the country. Be part of the team that makes it all happen - simplifying, automating, and bringing better connectivity than ever before, with giga-fast speed, to our customers.
    

What you'll do
Lead is accountable for the end to end delivery of Transmission, IP and Mobile core network build programmes across VodafoneThree UK.
This role translates approved designs into execution, leading Installation & Commissioning (I&C) activities and ensuring all deployments are delivered safely, to quality, and in line with VodafoneThree governance and delivery frameworks.
The role combines strategic delivery leadership with hands on deployment oversight, ensuring the successful rollout of core network infrastructure across Data Centres, transmission sites, and critical network locations. It plays a key role in enabling capacity growth, network transformation, and enterprise connectivity solutions.

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of network build programmes across Core, Transport, Fixed, and Mobile networks, ensuring alignment with VodafoneThree delivery standards and governance. 
• Own the Installation & Commissioning (I&C) lifecycle, including planning, staging, deployment, handover, and service introduction, with a focus on Right First Time delivery and quality outcomes. 
• Provide technical leadership for IP and optical network deployments, defining processes, procedures, resource plans, and roadmaps to meet business and platform demand. 
• Act as the senior escalation point and Designated Operational Authority (DOA), supporting complex deployments and providing 3rd line field technical support to Operations and Enterprise teams. 
• Drive continuous improvement across I&C and field delivery by optimising processes, enhancing performance metrics, reducing costs, and improving delivery efficiency and timelines. 
• Lead, mentor, and develop engineers, partners, and suppliers while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and technical standards through close collaboration with Network Engineering and external stakeholders.

Who you are

• Deep understanding of Core Network infrastructure and deployment methodologies
• Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional delivery programmes
• Possess excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts in a clear manner. 
• Strong networking, engagement, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective virtual teams in a complex environment.
• Possess extensive technical expertise in Transmission, IP and Mobile core rollouts and upgrades with strategic and tactical awareness.

Worried that you don't meet all the desired criteria exactly?
We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.
    

What we offer
We care about our people's success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies.

Need to Know
We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website ( ) for guidance.
We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.
During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are-your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we're looking for authenticity and can't wait to get to know the real you.
    

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