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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # WiMAX & Fibre Field Engineer - Remote - **Company:** Orbital Net Limited - **Location:** Birmingham, UK (Remote available) - **Salary:** £25,500.0 - £28,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Testing, Networking Basics, Routing, WiMAX, Wireless Networks, Wi-Fi Technology, Reliability Availability Maintainability and Safety Software - **Published:** August 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/field-engineer/orbital-net-limited-job107817950 ## About the Role * Experience in wireless network installation (PtP / PtMP / WiMAX / WISP environments) * Experience with fibre installation and basic termination/testing * Ability to work at height and in outdoor environments * Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills * Full UK driving licence * Good understanding of networking fundamentals (IP, routing, wireless principles) Desirable * Experience in holiday parks, marina, or multi-dwelling deployments * Familiarity with vendors such as MikroTik, Ubiquiti * Fibre splicing and advanced testing experience * Knowledge of structured cabling standards ## Description The WiMAX & Fibre Field Engineer is responsible for the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of wireless (WiMAX) and fibre-based broadband infrastructure across holiday parks, leisure sites, and marina environments. This is a hands-on, field-based role delivering critical connectivity services that enable residential, guest Wi-Fi, and operational park systems. The engineer operates in a fast-paced, reactive environment where quality of installation, responsiveness, and customer experience are key. The role supports VFAST national deployment programme, ensuring consistent, scalable, and high-quality network installations aligned to standard designs, health & safety requirements, and service delivery SLAs. Working in alignment with our values: Pace: Works efficiently in a dynamic, fast-moving delivery environment, able to respond to changing priorities Excellence: Delivers high-quality, consistent installations with strong attention to detail Together: Collaborates effectively with service delivery, NOC, and project teams, supporting shared outcomes, Installation & Deployment: * Install and commission WiMAX (PtMP / PtP) radio equipment on masts, buildings, and street furniture * Install and terminate fibre infrastructure, including internal and external cabling * Mount and align wireless radios (e.g. 5GHz / 60GHz where applicable) to design specifications * Install customer premise equipment (CPE): * Holiday homes / lodges * Marina berths * Park infrastructure (offices, facilities, CCTV, etc.) * Install containment, brackets, poles, and mounting systems Network Commissioning * Perform signal alignment, optimisation, and testing of wireless links * Conduct fibre testing (light levels, continuity, fault finding) * Configure and activate devices (routers, radios, switches) following standard templates * Validate service performance against expected throughput and latency Maintenance & Fault Response * Diagnose and resolve faults across wireless and fibre networks * Replace or repair faulty equipment in live environments * Support reactive maintenance within SLA targets * Escalate complex issues to NOC / Technical Engineering teams Health, Safety & Compliance * Operate safely at height (masts, rooftops, towers) in line with regulations * Ensure all installations meet H&S, quality, and compliance standards * Complete risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) where required * Maintain site documentation, photos, and as-built records Customer & Site Engagement * Act as the on-site representative of VFAST when working with: * Park operators * Site managers * Third-party contractors * Communicate clearly on installation progress, issues, and timelines * Manage expectations in a professional and solutions-focused manner Operational Excellence * Follow standardised build designs, installation packs, and engineering processes * Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying: * Installation efficiencies * Common faults / repeat issues * Opportunities for standardisation and automation * Ensure accurate job updates, closure notes, and reporting ## Related Videos - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Smart, Connected, Unexpected: The Wild Side of IoT and AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1113-smart-connected-unexpected-the-wild-side-of-iot-and-ai) - [Bringing digital education to refugee and host communities in remote regions of Africa](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/644-bringing-digital-education-to-refugee-and-host-communities-in-remote-regions-of-africa) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) - [Prototyping with Hardware and the Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/651-prototyping-with-hardware-and-the-web) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Best Job Boards for Remote Work for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/290-best-job-boards-for-remote-work-for-developers) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Mastering Remote Work: Tips for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/558-mastering-remote-work-tips-for-developers) - [Remote Work: Best Practices for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/315-remote-work-best-practices-for-developers) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk)