BUUK Infrastructure
Cabling and Civils Engineer
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Job Location: Home
Additional Location Information: Glasgow
Salary: Competitive
Contract type: Permanent
Posting End Date: 24/08/2026
At BUUK Infrastructure, our vision is to be the leading utility partner to accelerate the UK towards net zero for all our customers. Our group of companies has been the major drive for change and innovation over 30 years.
We provide a supportive environment that is committed to enabling our people to be the best – ensuring they feel proud to be themselves and part of BUUK Infrastructure.
FibreNest, part of the BUUK Infrastructure Group, are looking for a Cabling and Civils Engineer who would like to help us reach our mission to “earn customer loyalty and drive business growth by providing consistently excellent service”.
Purpose of this role
FibreNest delivers full-fibre ultrafast broadband directly into new homes across the UK. You will install underground fibre infrastructure on residential new-build sites, ensuring every property is ready for service by handover. You’ll work closely with developers, groundworks teams, and site safety staff to deliver reliable, compliant cabling to FibreNest standards and UK telecoms regulations.
Your Key Responsibilities Are
- Read and interpret site plans, duct layouts, and build specifications for new estates.
- Inspect trenches, ducts, sub-ducts, and chambers before cabling; report blockages, damage, or non-compliant routes.
- Coordinate with main contractors to confirm timing, avoid clashes with other trades, and ensure safe access.
- Follow site rules, CDM Regulations 2015, and Scottish road/highway safety guidance.
- Pull, blow, or route single-mode fibre cables through underground ducts/sub-ducts from distribution points to plot boundary boxes/termination chambers.
- Maintain correct bend radii, tension limits, and cable protection to prevent damage.
- Lay, secure, and seal cables in chambers; install draw ropes, markers, and identification labels.
- Install plot service tails to external wall entry points in line with FibreNest developer agreements.
- Carry out basic reinstatement of ducts/chambers where required.
- Use OTDRs, optical power meters, and visual fault locators to test continuity, loss, and integrity.
- Record all test results, cable routes, lengths, and asset IDs in FibreNest systems.
- Resolve simple faults or damage; escalate complex issues promptly.
- Ensure work meets FibreNest standards, Openreach/Ofcom best practice, and NHBC requirements.
- Wear correct PPE; complete daily pre-start checks, risk assessments, and permit-to-work procedures.
- Locate existing utilities using CAT & Genny before any work; avoid live services.
- Work safely in trenches, near plant, and on live construction sites.
- Report accidents, near-misses, or unsafe conditions immediately.
- Keep accurate timesheets, site logs, and handover records.
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Qualifications
- CSCS card (Blue/Gold).
- CITB health & safety certificate.
- NRSWA, SA001/SA002, or streetworks.
Experience/Knowledge
- Previous experience installing underground fibre or telecoms cabling, ideally on new-build developments.
- Understanding of ducting, sub-ducts, cable routing, and fibre handling best practice.
- Confident using CAT & Genny, OTDR, power meters, and basic hand/power tools.
- Knowledge of CDM Regulations, HSE safety rules, and site welfare standards.
- Ability to read site drawings and network schematics.
- Reliable, organised, and able to work alone or as part of a small gang.
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Conditions of Employment
- You will hold a driving licence.
What Can You Expect From Us
- Cost of living annual pay review.
- Company pension contributions up to 3% if employees contribute 5%.
- 33 days holiday including bank holidays with the ability to purchase an additional 2 weeks.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
- To say thank you, each time you successfully refer someone you will receive a referral payment of £1000 (net of tax).
- Hybrid working for eligible roles.
- Development opportunities to reach your career aspirations.
BUUK has an award-winning culture. We care about your wellbeing and safety as we all deserve the right to go home safe, every day. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we respect each other and advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion in all we do.
Research shows that women and people from different underrepresented backgrounds often only apply for a job if they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If you would like to be a part of our team and you meet many, but not all our requirements for this role, please apply. You can also ask us about flexible working options.
Please note we reserve the right to close the role early. Therefore, if you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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