Field Engineer Apprenticeship

Virgin Media; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in the United Kingdom is offering an apprenticeship as a Level 2 Telecoms Field Operative. Responsibilities include performing risk assessments, handling telecom network cables, and ensuring safety standards. The program includes job training and offers a salary of £26,500 per year, increasing to £29,000 upon completion. Benefits include flexible packages and 25 holiday days. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and a driver’s licence.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Paid maternity & adoption leave

Generous paternity leave

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills are necessary for effective interactions.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving are critical for successful work.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions is required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a risk assessment before starting work.
• Identify telecom network cable structure and plans.
• Work safely in various environments of the telecom network.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Customer care orientation

Physical fitness

Driver licence

Job description

Responsibilities

• Carry out a risk assessment and follow method statements before starting work.
• Identify the structure and composition of telecom network cables and interpret telecom network plans.
• Work safely in various environments (overhead and underground) at connection points in the telecoms network.
• Select and use appropriate equipment, install and test components of the telecom network, and fault‑find to solve problems.
• Maintain safety standards, use personal protective equipment, and comply with correct procedures when working with the network.
• Communicate accurately and timely with third parties to deliver the best experience.
• Work individually or as part of a team to achieve defined goals, taking appropriate actions when working around other utility services.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities.
• Customer care orientation.
• Physical fitness and ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Driver licence and readiness to use a van for customer visits.

Apprenticeship & Training Programme

As a Level 2 Telecoms Field Operative Apprentice, you will spend approximately 20 % of your working hours learning on the job with a funded training provider. After a qualifying period, you will enter a Regional Bonsu Scheme and, upon completion, you will receive a nationally recognised qualification.

Schedule & Compensation

• Start Date: Wednesday 6 May 2026
• Duration: 1 year 1 month
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week on a rolling pattern (shifts 8 am‑8 pm). After training, move to a 4‑days‑out‑of‑7 schedule (38 hours per week).
• Salary: £26,500 per year, rising to £29,000 upon completion.
• Holiday: 25 days (increasing to 28 days after 5 years) plus birthday off.
• Benefits: Flexible package including Bupa healthcare, up to 26 weeks paid maternity & adoption leave, generous paternity & neonatal leave.
• Driving: Possession of a full driver's licence to use the company van.