Neil Bailey
Highly experienced Fibre Optic Engineer with over 23 years in Communications Infrastructure
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Highly experienced Fibre Optic Engineer with over 23 years in Communications Infrastructure. Skilled in fibre splicing, testing, network build and project delivery across major UK and European networks. Demonstrates strong leadership, operational management, and client relationship skills.
Recognised for accuracy, efficiency, and a right-first-time approach to all projects. Experienced in managing subcontractors, overseeing full project lifecycles, and delivering high-quality network infrastructure solutions.
Experience
Engineer at Opticore Communications (2026-03 – 2026-05)
Self Employed Engineer working on the Openreach Fibre Cities Project
- Conduct all Splicing works
- Installation and Splicing of all Node sizes, including Splitter Nodes
Director at Smart Splice LTD (2024-02 – 2026-02)
Co-founded and established a telecommunications company
- Oversaw daily business operations and project delivery
- Established contracts with service providers and Tier 1/2 partners
- Developed and maintained strong client relationships
- Managed subcontractors and project teams
- Worked on the VMO2 Cell Site Upgrade Programme, through the MBH Delivery Team for both Tier 1 and Tier 2 Contract Partners
- Splicing and Testing on both BRSK and Lightspeed Networks
Fibre Optic Engineer at Comex2000 UK LTD (2023-01 – 2024-02)
- XGS-PON network build, including installation and testing of ECIN, L2, L3 and L4 locations
- Splicing and testing on the Zayo network, including new trunk routes and ODF installations
- Conducted site audits and cable surveys
- Performed advanced testing using OTDR, ILM, PMD/CD and IOLM methodologies
- Produced bi-directional analysis reports using EXFO Fast Reporter
Fibre Optic Engineer at Virgin Media UK (2021-02 – 2023-01)
- Delivered fibre works for multiple major clients including H3G, Vodafone and VM02
- XGS-PON network build and commissioning
- Conducted OTDR, ILM, PMD/CD and IOLM testing
- Ensured all projects were delivered on time with a right-first-time approach
Fibre Optic Engineer at Comex2000 UK LTD (2016-01 – 2021-02)
- Splicing and testing across UK and European networks including Zayo, EU Networks and Virgin Media
- Worked on Virgin Media Project Lightning and FTTP MDU deployments
- Installed and spliced major trunk routes and metropolitan network enclosures
- Prepared and installed new ODF frames
- Conducted OTDR, ILM and PMD testing using EXFO equipment
- Produced bi-directional span analysis reports and full test packs including As-Built SLDs and network diagrams
Fibre Optic Engineer at Fibretek Communications Ltd (2014-06 – 2016-01)
- Splicing and testing on the Vodafone UK Network
- Internal and external fibre cabling installations
- Produced completed test result packs and As-Built documentation
Senior Engineer at Networx3 (2012-08 – 2014-06)
- Installation of blown fibre networks across the UK
- Installed ducting and carried out fibre blowing using various equipment
- Performed splicing and testing of fibre installations
- Managed projects for clients including DP World and Greater Manchester Police
Senior Engineer at Indigo Technology Services (2003-07 – 2012-08)
- Installed structured cabling systems (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, Cat7)
- Voice cabling installations including terminations and circuit jumpering
- Fibre optic installations including fusion splicing and direct termination
