ICT Telecoms Field Engineer Apprentice - Career development with industry-leading qualification[...]

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company as an ICT Telecoms Field Engineer Apprentice, where you'll gain hands-on experience while earning a Level 3 qualification. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in diverse environments, from offices to emergency service locations, ensuring critical infrastructure remains connected. With full training and support provided, you'll develop essential skills in telecommunications, including installation and maintenance of advanced systems. Enjoy a supportive team atmosphere and the potential for career progression in a rapidly evolving field. If you're eager to learn and make an impact, this apprenticeship is your gateway to a rewarding future.

Benefits

34 days holiday including public holidays

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health and wellbeing support

Discounts on cinema, dining, shopping

Qualifications

• Full training provided; no prior experience required.
• Ability to undertake physically demanding work.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and test onsite telecommunications equipment.
• Work in diverse environments including outdoors and data centers.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Logical approach

Education

5 GCSEs Grade 4 or higher including Maths, English, and Science or IT

Tools

Telecommunications equipment

Optical Fibre

IP routers and networks

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ICT Telecoms Field Engineer Apprentice - Career development with industry-leading qualifications (Hiring Immediately), Warrington, Cheshire

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Telent

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Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

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Job Description:

Locations: Field based - M62 Corridor

Qualification: Level 3, Information Communications Technician

Join Telent’s Apprenticeship Programme and work as part of a company impacting lives across the UK and Ireland. We offer diverse apprenticeships to suit different learners, providing opportunities to grow, develop, and earn industry-leading qualifications. We value our Early Careers Talent as future leaders and seek passionate individuals with potential. Be part of something bigger with Telent.

Do you enjoy working with a supportive, down-to-earth team and using your own initiative in the field? Our Field teams deliver, supervise maintenance, installation, cabling, or civils works, helping to keep the nation's critical infrastructure connected 24/7.

What you’ll do:

Our Apprentices rotate through various departments to develop skills, knowledge, and personal growth, gaining insight into Network Services.

This role offers great career progression in telecommunications while earning a recognized qualification.

• Work in diverse environments like offices, outdoors, BT exchanges, data centers, and emergency locations.
• Learn to install, maintain, and test onsite equipment per contract requirements.
• Work on Emergency Service vehicles installing, maintaining, testing, and commissioning telecommunications equipment.
• Learn about Emergency Services Radio Communications, VHF/RF/Microwave systems.
• Work with Optical Fibre, including cable prep, OTDR testing, and interpreting results.
• Understand IP routers and networks.
• Learn about project requirements of Telent's clients and how to meet them.
• Complete risk assessments and understand health and safety standards.

Who you are & what to prepare for:

• This role involves working at heights, outdoors, and traveling across the UK.
• You may work in Emergency Services locations or around vehicles.
• No prior experience required; full training provided.
• Seeking candidates with the right attitude, commitment, and eagerness to learn.
• You will receive a vehicle, mobile phone, laptop, and PPE.
• You must take ownership of your tasks and development.
• Effective communication skills are essential.
• A logical approach and problem-solving skills are important.
• Ability to undertake physically demanding work and normal colour vision.

The Requirements:

• At least 5 GCSEs Grade 4 or higher, including Maths, English, and Science or IT.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Full UK Driving licence.
• Over 18 by September 2025.
• Ability to pass Security Clearance and adhere to Drugs & Alcohol policies.

Programme Details:

• Duration: approximately 24 months.
• Starting salary: £17,500, increasing during the programme.
• Qualification: Level 3 Information Communications Technician.
• Support from Bragd, our training provider.
• Primarily field-based with office and college visits.
• Post-completion, potential for a full-time role at Telent.

What we offer:

Opportunities across sectors, roles, and technologies, with a focus on development and impact. We promote an inclusive culture that values diversity and individuality.

Additional benefits include:

• 34 days holiday including public holidays, with buy/sell options.
• Company pension scheme.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Occupational health and wellbeing support.
• Discounts on cinema, dining, shopping via Telent Rewards.

About Telent:

Telent specializes in designing, building, supporting, and maintaining mission-critical communications and digital infrastructure across the UK, connecting communities through innovative technology. Join our team of over 3,000 dedicated professionals committed to excellence.

Our Values:

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

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