Graduate Network Engineering Highways

Telent Technology Services Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

34 days annual leave including bankhol

Company pension scheme

Flexible benefits Portal

Family-friendly policies

Discounts on retail/leisure

Job summary

Telent, part of M Group, is seeking a Graduate Networking Engineer to join the Highways Division. You’ll work on live projects, gain practical experience, and learn new skills while pursuing IET accreditation. The role is hybrid with office, home, and some site-based activity, offering a pathway to professional growth.

You will collaborate with senior engineers, handle Level 3 remote support, and contribute to documentation, testing and deployment across networks and platforms.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in Network Engineering, Computer Science or Electrical Engineering (or due to graduate this year).
• Strong understanding of Networking, Internet Protocols and cyber security.
• Good problem-solving skills and strong communication abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work in a team.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Work on live projects alongside experienced engineers.
• Provide Level 3 remote technical support across network and management platforms.
• Develop and support DevOps tooling, automation and orchestration.
• Lead innovation projects from design to implementation.
• Maintain network documentation and project records.

Skills

Networking

Cyber security

Teamwork

Education

Network Engineering

Computer Science

Electrical Engineering

Job description

Right across infrastructure, there’s a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage you’re at in your career, with us you’ll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive.

Where will you be working?

Telent, part of M Group, is a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, support and management of the UK’s critical digital infrastructure. From the roads you drive on to the networks you rely on, our solutions are embedded in the everyday lives of millions supporting the delivery of vital public services. With decades of expertise in mission-critical communications and infrastructure technology, we are at the forefront of the digital revolution. The work we do helps connect thousands of people and communities, using the best technology and innovation available. When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact on all our futures by fulfilling your potential and delivering high performance. We work together to make everyday life work better for everyone.

About The Role

We’re looking for a Graduate Networking Engineer to join Telent’s Highways Division, where you will apply your existing knowledge and skills working on real projects, whilst learning new skills along the way. You’ll gain practical experience working on a range of projects across the Highways Network. You’ll also be able to progress your continuous professional development and become IET accredited. This role will require flexibility to meet the customer needs, so it will be a hybrid role with a blend of office based, home working and some site-based activity.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Work on live projects alongside experienced Engineers
• Provide Level 3 remote technical support across network and management platforms, coordinating with NOC, operations, vendors and customers
• Develop and support DevOps tooling and automation, and orchestration technology
• Lead Innovation Projects from designing, building solutions, testing and implementation
• Scope new requirements and develop the technical documentation
• Manage network devices and systems, including configuration, integration testing, upgrades patching and release activities
• Manage capacity of network
• Test network changes in controlled environment
• Apply patches and upgrades in accordance with the change management process
• Maintain the network documentation and keep records updated

What You’ll Bring

• We’re looking for a recent Graduate that has studied Network Engineering, Computer Science or Electrical Engineering (or are due to graduate this year)
• A strong understanding and genuine interest of Networking, Internet Protocols and cyber security
• A flair for solving complex technical issues
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, combined with proven team working and leadership abilities
• Self-motivation, able to work on your own initiative and under pressure
• Practical use of Microsoft Office applications
• Full UK/EU Driving Licence

What’s in it for you?

A career at Telent provides the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile infrastructure projects that keep the UK connected and protected 24/7.

You’ll benefit from:

• Competitive starting salary
• 34 days annual leave which includes all public bank holidays, with option to buy/sell annual leave
• Company pension scheme
• Access to the flexible benefits and wellbeing support portal
• Family-friendly policies
• Discounts on retail, leisure, and entertainment

As a Telent Graduate, you will also benefit from the M Group Evolve and Thrive Development Programme

A structured development programme designed to help graduate and degree apprentices to build the skills, experience and confidence needed to become one of M Group's future leaders. Throughout your journey, you'll broaden your knowledge, develop your professional capabilities and benefit from a supportive network that empowers you to achieve your full potential.

As an M Group Graduate or Degree Apprentice, you can look forward to:

• Tailored development opportunities including face-to-face development events, virtual workshops and team-building experiences. These opportunities are designed to strengthen your leadership, communication and collaboration skills while helping you build connections across the business.
• A structured learning journey covering a range of topics including leadership, communication, commercial awareness, sustainability, project management and AI, helping you develop the skills needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.
• Networking opportunities with graduates, degree apprentices, business leaders and colleagues from across M Group, enabling you to build meaningful relationships and expand your professional network.
• Professional development support, with access to guidance, resources and support to help you work towards relevant professional qualifications and achieve your long-term career ambitions.
• A strong support network from our Early Careers Team, business leaders and peers across the organisation, providing encouragement, insight and practical support throughout your development journey.

At M Group, we're committed to helping you grow and succeed, providing the experiences, connections and opportunities you need to thrive in your career and make a lasting impact.

At Telent, we’re committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, supported, and able to thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage diverse perspectives across our teams.

We are guided by our values and behaviours:

• Be Inclusive
• Take Responsibility
• Collaborate
• Be Customer-focussed

Join us and help deliver critical infrastructure projects that make a real difference.

It’s an exceptional time to be a part of M Group.

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