ICT Digital Communications Technician Apprentice — Naval Tech

Royal Navy; Tipner; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Navy is offering an apprenticeship as an Information Communication Technician (Digital Communications). You will learn to operate, maintain and repair global communications on naval vessels, while handling highly confidential data in demanding environments.

Starting as an Able Rate, you will progress through Level 3 to Level 4 apprenticeships, with opportunities for further advancement. You will gain IT and communications expertise, develop problem‑solving and teamwork skills, and

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 (or equivalent) is desired.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, diagnose and repair global communication systems to guarantee secure information transmission.
• Work on vessels at the forefront of defence, including HMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Prince of Wales.
• Handle confidential data and crewmate information with discretion.
• Progress from Level 3 Information Communication Technician apprenticeship to Level 4 Network Engineer apprenticeship.
• Join the Royal Navy and develop skills through structured training and on‑the‑job practice.

Skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Team working

Creative

Initiative

Non judgemental

Patience (GCSE Math/English)

Education

GCSE English and Maths (grade C/4)

Job description

The Royal Navy is offering an apprenticeship as an Information Communication Technician (Digital Communications). You will learn to operate, maintain and repair global communications on naval vessels, while handling highly confidential data in demanding environments.

Starting as an Able Rate, you will progress through Level 3 to Level 4 apprenticeships, with opportunities for further advancement. You will gain IT and communications expertise, develop problem‑solving and teamwork skills, and