Expert Fiber Rollout Manager (m/f/d) (Network Planner)

Vodafone GmbHMettmann, RatingenEURESpublished 08/08/2026
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At Vodafone, we work every day on a better future. For a world that is better connected, more inclusive, and more sustainable. Because for us, technology is only as strong as the people who use it. Join us and let's shape the world of tomorrow together.

Expert Fiber Rollout Manager (m/f/d) Job ID: 288255

As an Expert Fiber Rollout Manager, you will be part of our project management team and take on project leadership in the implementation of network infrastructure projects in the FTTH environment. You will ensure that our fixed network infrastructure is expanded reliably, efficiently, and in a future-proof manner. In doing so, you will work closely with internal specialist departments and external partners to implement projects on time, efficiently, and with high quality.

What to expect:

  • As an Expert Fiber Rollout Manager (m/f/d), you will lead broadband expansion projects in the FTTH and FTTB environments.
  • You will plan, control, and monitor fiber optic infrastructure projects to expand and optimize the Vodafone network.
  • You will continuously coordinate with internal specialist departments as well as external planning and construction service providers.
  • You will ensure compliance with schedule, quality, and budget targets across all relevant project phases.
  • You will maintain and use tools and systems for transparent tracking of project progress.
  • You will further develop processes within the production line and drive their harmonization and optimization.

What distinguishes you:

  • Successfully completed (technical) university degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Technology, or a comparable technical training.
  • At least four years of professional experience in the field of telecommunications technology, ideally focusing on fixed network or fiber expansion.
  • Sound project and process experience, especially in process analysis and optimization, e.g., with Lean Six Sigma.
  • Strong organizational and communicative skills as well as experience in stakeholder management.
  • Very good understanding of process flows in the mobile and fixed network environments.
  • Confident handling of reporting, analysis, and project management tools.
  • Independent, structured, and solution-oriented way of working.
  • Very good English skills (B2 according to GER).

This position can be held full-time or near full-time part-time (min. 30 hours).

Your strengths and experiences count. Diversity and equal opportunities are important to us. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and will give them special consideration if they are equally qualified.

We are filling this position at the Ratingen location for Vodafone GmbH.

What we offer you:

  • Flexibility: Hybrid Working enables you to work in the office or from your home office up to 3 days/week. Additionally, you can work up to 20 days per year in EU countries as well as in an increasing number of non-EU countries.
  • Attractive compensation and pension scheme: As a tariff employee, you will receive holiday and Christmas bonuses or a 13th month's salary, depending on the compensation model. And with our pension plan, you will also receive company pension benefits.
  • Further education: You decide which of our learning and training programs you use to promote your individual development.
  • Work-Life-Balance: Whether daycare, health & mindfulness programs, or gym: you flexibly shape your job and your private life. We support you. Also with the care of relatives.
  • Discounts and additional benefits: As an employee, you receive special offers on all our products for mobile, fixed network, internet, and TV.

Who we are: Vodafone celebrates and promotes diversity and inclusion. We are as diverse as our customers and our society. Whether ethnic origin, skin color, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, health status, social origin, or cultural background: at Vodafone, there is no place for discrimination.

Together we can.