Manager Network Engineering

Citymesh is not just another telecom company. We are a European pioneer in B2B connectivity. From 0G to 5G, we are reshaping the telecom landscape with innovative solutions and ambitious projects. As Manager Network Engineering, you lead the team responsible for the design, configuration and technical lifecycle of our LAN, (W)LAN and private 4G/5G networks. You combine people leadership, technical expertise and continuous improvement and help build a strong, efficient and scalable engineering organisation. Your job in a nutshell Lead the team - Coach and develop the Network Engineering team, with a strong focus on ownership, autonomy and technical growth. Create structure - Build clear standards, processes and ways of working that support quality and efficiency. Drive improvement - Translate Lean and continuous improvement into practical changes in the day-to-day organisation. Enable smarter engineering - Encourage automation, knowledge sharing and more efficient ways of working. Provide technical direction - Stay close enough to the technology to challenge decisions and support the team in making the right technical choices. Strengthen collaboration - Work closely with Project Management, Operations, Support and other technical teams. Build for scale - Develop an engineering model that can grow across teams, locations and the wider Citymesh organisation.

You have experience leading, coaching and developing technical or Network Engineering teams. Helping people grow, setting clear direction and encouraging ownership comes naturally to you. A solid background in enterprise and/or service provider networking gives you the technical depth to challenge senior engineers. Wireless, routing and switching are familiar territory; knowledge of private 4G/5G is a plus. Vendors such as Juniper, Nokia, Fortinet and Extreme are part of your technical landscape, or you have worked with comparable technologies. You know how to translate Lean, continuous improvement or operational excellence into practical improvements. Creating structure, leading change and bringing people along are key strengths. Strategic thinking comes with a pragmatic, hands-on approach when needed. Communication flows easily across different levels, from engineers to management, in Dutch and English.

At Citymesh you will be part of an enthusiastic and ambitious team in which we greatly value your own input and believe in the growth of each of our employees. We offer you a great opportunity to work for a fast-growing and innovative employer that operates as a challenger in the Belgian telecom market. Next to this, we also offer a wide range of benefits, including: A full-time permanent contract. An attractive salary package with fringe benefits such as meal vouchers (€8/day), eco vouchers, health insurance, CAO90 bonus, year-end bonus, net expense allowance, and an annual sector bonus in line with PC 200 A cafetaria plan allowing you to optimize your salary with options such as multimedia, pension savings, etc A mobile phone subscription and the opportunity to purchase home internet at a highly discounted rate. Enjoy the benefits of a company car including fuel card or choose for a mobility budget. A modern, welcoming work environment where colleagues take center stage, making sure you feel truly at home. Flexibility and hybrid working aren’t just promises: we ensure a healthy work-life balance through flexible hours and plenty of work-from-home opportunities. You work 40 hours per week, meaning that on top of your statutory holidays (20 days), you also receive 12 additional days off per year (for full-time employment). We have a genuine foodie culture: fresh fruit every Monday, homemade soup three times a week, and on Fridays, colleagues regularly enjoy grabbing fries together. Sushi lovers also frequently meet up for lunch. Our office in Oostkamp is easily accessible, located close to the highway exit. Curious For More? If you’re ready to be part of an enthusiastic and ambitious team at Citymesh, where your input is highly valued, and your growth is a priority, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and join us in reshaping the future.