Field Technician Apprentice

Virgin Media; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications provider in Wolverhampton is looking for an apprentice to gain skills in a Telecoms Field Operative role. You will run and install cables, adjust signal levels, and work outdoors. A full UK driving licence is required, and you'll enjoy competitive benefits like 25 days holiday and private healthcare. Starting salary is £26,500, increasing to £29,000 upon completion of the apprenticeship.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Flexible benefits package

Private Bupa healthcare

Up to 26 weeks’ paid maternity & adoption leave

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence that entitles you to drive our vans.
• Comfortable with tasks involving elevated heights.
• Residence close to designated work areas to minimise travel.

Responsibilities

• Running & installing cables across different sites.
• Adjusting signal levels and connections.
• Configuring our advanced equipment.
• Working at heights to install and update equipment on poles.
• Working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Job description

Overview

Got a full driver's licence that allows you to drive one of our vans? Perfect! You'll use it to reach customers across the region, delivering a friendly, knowledgeable service and linking them to what truly matters. You'll also help expand our business by encouraging referrals, earning a £50 bonus for every new customer!

Responsibilities

• Running & installing cables across different sites.
• Adjusting signal levels and connections.
• Configuring our advanced equipment.
• Working at heights to install and update equipment on poles.
• Working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Make sure you're comfortable with physical, hands‑on work in changing environments.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence that entitles you to drive our vans.
• Comfortable with tasks involving elevated heights.
• Residence close to designated work areas to minimise travel.

Beyond these requirements, we welcome tech‑savvy individuals who relish problem‑solving and embody our brand values.

Inclusivity

With inclusivity at the heart of everything we do, we’re 100% committed to having a workforce that represents every part of our society. We believe an inclusive, diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Apprenticeship Details

This apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to become skilled in your role, combining on‑job learning and academic study. You’ll spend approximately 20% of your working hours completing learning with one of our training providers. The programme is fully funded by us, and we’ll support you from day one.

We offer a level 2 Telecoms Field Operative apprenticeship with a starting salary of £26,500, rising to £29,000 upon completion. After a qualifying period, you’ll also enter a Regional Bonus Scheme.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday, increasing to 28 days after 5 years, plus your birthday off.
• Flexible benefits package including matching up to 10% of your pension contribution, holiday buying and selling, and discounts on shopping, travel and more.
• Private Bupa healthcare.
• Up to 26 weeks’ paid maternity & adoption leave, plus generous paternity and neonatal leave.

Next Steps

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we’d love to learn more about you and your experience. After submitting an application, the next steps may include an online test, a telephone interview, a coaching call and an assessment centre.

When applying, you’ll be asked if you need any adjustments to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we’ll discuss it with you.

Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, so we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.