Trainee Rigger Airworks

Arqiva; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in the UK seeks motivated individuals for the Trainee Rigger role. You will work on broadcast and telecom infrastructure, gaining technical skills through a structured training program. Responsibilities include maintenance, emergency response, and supporting safety standards. Ideal candidates will be enthusiastic, collaborative, and eager to learn. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and a commitment to a flexible working culture.

Benefits

5% shift allowance

Business vehicle

6% pension contribution

Private Medical

25 days annual leave

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Complete Modules 1–4 of the Trainee Rigger programme within two years.
• Must be enthusiastic and aligned with the company's vision.
• Strives to communicate effectively with diverse individuals.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance on broadcast antennas and telecom systems.
• Respond to emergency faults and ensure rapid resolution.
• Support internal projects and contribute to business growth.
• Ensure a safe working environment according to company policies.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Collaborative

Problem-solving mindset

Effective communication

Education

No Formal Education

Job description

Trainee Rigger Airworks

United Kingdom and 4 more

Location: Southern UK, below the M4 corridor (Plymouth, Exeter, Poole, Southampton, Worthing, Crawley, Salisbury and surrounding areas)

We offer

• Full-time – Permanent 37.5 hours per week
• Training Duration: 2 years (Modules 1–4)
• £30,800
• Additional 5% shift allowance
• Business vehicle
• 6% pension contribution
• Private Medical
• 25 days annual leave
• Access to our comprehensive flexible benefits including discounts on big brands, wellness and employee assistance programmes, gymflex, buy and sell annual leave, travel and dental insurance
• Work. Life. Smarter. Our commitment to a flexible and hybrid working culture

About the Role

We’re looking for motivated individuals to join our Airworks team as Trainee Riggers. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be trained to work on critical broadcast and telecoms infrastructure across the UK. You’ll gain technical skills, industry knowledge, and be part of a team that keeps the country connected.

Key Responsibilities

• After completing the training modules, you will:
• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance on broadcast antennas, telecom antennas, dishes, and combiner systems.
• Respond to emergency faults and ensure rapid resolution.
• Provide specialist advice within your area of expertise.
• Maintain accurate records and complete inspection templates for asset owners.
• Deliver efficient bundled activities to maximise team productivity.
• Supervise third-party access to Arqiva sites.
• Complete all learning and development requirements on time and to standard.
• Engage in technical and on-the-job learning to build specialist knowledge.
• Ensure a safe working environment in line with company policies and CDM regulations.
• Maintain a strong customer focus in all tasks.
• Support internal projects and contribute to business growth.
• Uphold security standards to protect people, data, and assets.
• Demonstrate flexibility and a consumer-focused mindset.
• Be willing to travel and work weekends when required.
• Develop skills to reduce unnecessary site visits and support a varied workload.
• Promote continuous improvement and high performance.
• Embrace Arqiva’s cultural values: Accountability, One Arqiva, and Curiosity.
• Participate in an on-call rota when needed.
• Comply with sustainability and waste management policies.

What We’re Looking For

To be successful, you should:

• Complete Modules 1–4 of the Trainee Rigger programme within two years, with sign-off from your mentor, line manager, and the operations review board.
• Be enthusiastic and aligned with Arqiva’s vision.
• Be a collaborative team member with strong interpersonal skills.
• Have a problem-solving mindset and a desire to learn.
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of people.

Why Arqiva?

Arqiva plays a vital role in connecting millions of people to the content and services they love—TV, radio, mobile, and more. As a Trainee Rigger, you’ll be part of a team that maintains and improves the infrastructure behind these connections, while building a rewarding career in a dynamic industry.

Job Info

• Job Identification: 23996
• Posting Date: 09/23/2025, 07:30 PM
• Degree Level: No Formal Education
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Locations: Stockland Hill Transmitting Station, Exeter, DEVON, EX14 9EP, GB; Flexible UK Location, SO21 2QA, GB; Crawley Court, Winchester, HANTS, SO21 2QA, GB; 266A South Norwood Hill, London, GT LON, SE25 6BQ, GB