Apprentice Rigger

United Infrastructure Connected; Widnes; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Christmas shutdown

Benefits portal

Job summary

United Infrastructure in Widnes is looking for an Apprentice Rigger to join our Telecoms team, where you will gain hands-on experience installing and maintaining equipment on towers and masts.

You will learn from experienced riggers, read technical drawings, prepare tools, and develop health and safety knowledge through structured training. Start full-time by October 2026 and grow with a company that values teamwork, safety, and career progression.

Qualifications

• GCSEs English and Maths (9-4/A*-C) or equivalent.
• Good IT skills and ability to use Microsoft Office.
• Organised, detail-oriented with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced riggers in installing, maintaining, and repairing telecoms equipment on towers and masts.
• Learn to climb towers and work at heights while following health and safety rules.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Prepare tools and equipment for each job and perform basic maintenance checks.
• Participate in daily safety briefings and keep a tidy on-site/workshop environment.
• Assist with site surveys, record-keeping of work completed, and transport of equipment.

Skills

IT skills

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Full UK driving licence

Education

GCSEs English and Maths (9-4/A*-C)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business, focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects across the utility and social infrastructure sectors. Our team of highly skilled and hardworking specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face. Our company is split into two business areas: Utility Infrastructure – Our team of Utility Infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical water, energy (gas), power and telecoms infrastructure, for the UK’s largest network owners and operators. Social Infrastructure – Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At United Infrastructure, we are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know — we want this to be the best possible experience for you.

Apprentice Rigger

We are looking for an Apprentice Rigger to join our Telecoms business who connects people through fixed-line and wireless telecom infrastructure, ensuring seamless communication and access to information for all. We have one of the largest specialist in-house teams for project management, acquisition, design, construction, and maintenance in the UK. You’ll work alongside experienced riggers, gaining hands‑on experience installing and maintaining telecoms equipment on towers and masts, while developing valuable technical and safety skills through ongoing training and development.

Key responsibilities

• Assisting experienced riggers in the installation, maintenance, and repair of telecommunications equipment on towers and masts whilst developing your knowledge.
• Learning to safely climb towers and work at heights whilst adhering to all health and safety regulations.
• Learning to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Helping with the preparation and organisation of tools and equipment for each job, performing basic equipment checks and maintenance tasks.
• Participating in daily safety briefings and toolbox talks and contributing to maintaining a clean and safe work environment on‑site and in the workshop.
• Assisting in conducting site surveys and assessments.
• Supporting the team in keeping accurate records of work completed.
• Assisting with the transportation of equipment and materials to and from work sites.

Benefits

You’ll get a generous holiday allowance, Christmas shutdown, and a tailored benefits portal that allows you to choose the right benefits for you.

Entry Requirements

• Have GCSEs at Grade 9-4/A*-C (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Have good IT skills and able to use Microsoft Office packages.
• Have good organisation, time management, attention to detail and communication skills.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.
• Aged 18+ as this role requires you to work on our live project sites.
• Be available to start full-time work by October 2026.
• Commitment to live and breathe our company values during your work and studies.
• Motivation and dedication to successfully complete your apprenticeship programme.

In order to fully develop in your role, you will be enrolled onto the L4 Cellular Network Field Engineer apprenticeship qualification with our training partner the Institute of Telecommunications Professionals (ITP). You will be fully supported through a variety of methods such as classroom or remotely taught sessions, learning materials, and one-to-one support from your tutor or coach. They will also meet regularly with you and your line manager to ensure you are progressing through your programme.

Upon successful completion of your programme, you will achieve: Level 4 Cellular Network Field Engineer Apprenticeship.

At United Infrastructure, we invest in our people and firmly believe that our workforce is our most valuable asset. A driving force for success and the core to achieving our vision of creating a connected and sustainable future, our team is the heart of our organisation. A fast‑paced, diverse, and hugely ambitious business, we welcome challengers, innovators and people who embrace change. Establish yourself in a creative environment that champions freedom of expression, and supports you in your personal and professional development – because together, we achieve more.

United Infrastructure operates a direct sourcing model and does not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies. Any CVs submitted without prior agreement will be considered a gift and the candidate will be deemed to have been introduced directly. No fees will be payable in these circumstances.