Telecommunications & Data Networks Apprentice

Siro; Ireland; On-site; EUR 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Diversity & equality initiatives

Job summary

SIRO in Dublin offers a two-year engineering apprenticeship in Telecommunications and Data Network Engineering, combining on-the-job training with TU Dublin off-the-job sessions to earn a Higher Certificate.

Applicants should have a Leaving Certificate (min O6/H7) in 5 subjects including English/Irish and Mathematics, plus a full Irish driving licence and colour vision testing. Strong communication and keen telecoms interest are valued.

Qualifications

• Must hold Leaving Certificate with minimum O6/H7 in 5 subjects including English or Irish and Mathematics.
• Full Irish driving licence.
• Must complete a colour vision test.
• Equivalency to Leaving Certificate considered acceptable.

Skills

Strong communication

Strong interpersonal skills

Work on own initiative

Interest in telecoms

Education

Leaving Certificate (min O6/H7) in 5 subjects incl English/Irish & Maths

Job description

SIRO was launched in 2015 as a joint venture between Vodafone and ESB. Our key mission is to build a nationwide 100% fibre broadband network – we commit to changing Ireland’s telecom landscape and delivering the fastest most innovative broadband experience to the Irish consumer and businesses. We are an award-winning employer with a very friendly and supportive corporate culture. The business offices are located at Carrickmines, Dublin and we offer a flexible hybrid work environment.

This apprenticeship is a great opportunity to start or develop your career within an exciting and dynamic company within the Telecoms industry. Apprenticeship training provides alternating on-the-job training in conjunction with off-the-job training in Education and Training Boards and selected higher education institutions.

The position is a two-year fixed term contract, including the off-the-job release to attend the off-the-job sessions at TU Dublin to complete a Higher Certificate in Engineering in Telecommunications and Data Network Engineering.

Over the lifetime of the apprenticeship a total of eight blocks, each of two weeks duration, will be spent attending class and practical laboratoriesat TU Dublin.

Requirements:

• Applicant must hold a Leaving Certificate with a minimum of Grade O6/H7 or better in 5 subjects in the Leaving Certificate including English or Irish and Mathematics. A Pass in Foundation Level Irish (F3) is acceptable for this course.
• Alternatively, an applicant can hold a level of qualification which is deemed equivalent to the requirements in the Leaving Certificate.
• Full Irish driving licence.
• Applicant must complete a colour vision test.

Key Skills:

• Strong communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Keen interest in the telecoms industry.

SIRO & Equality

SIRO believes in equality for all. We strive to create a workplace that is diverse and mirrors the customers, community, and colleagues that we serve. We encourage, support, and celebrate our differences and foster an environment where everyone feels empowered to bring their full authentic selves to work.

• We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, colleague engagement forums, and services to support staff from different backgrounds.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.