Apprentice - Network Engineer & Field Delivery

Job Title: Apprentice Network Engineer & Field Delivery

Apprenticeship Course: Level 6 Applied Digital Technology Solutions Degree

Apprenticeship Duration: 36 – 48 months

Location: Field based + Regional Travel - London / Midlands

Working Hours: 37.5 hours

Salary: £22,000 - £24,000

Eligibility Criteria: Individuals must have a valid and eligible residency status to apply for this role.

All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.

The Opportunity

Our client is recruiting for an Apprentice Network Engineer to join their team in London / Midlands.

The Level 6 Applied Digital Technology Solutions Degree apprenticeship programme that we are offering, will allow you to kick-start your career in an industry that is constantly evolving, dynamic and transformational.

The steps you take will provide you with valuable first-hand experience, knowledge, skills and qualification to help really drive your career forward. We are here to guide and support you every step of the way!

Role Purpose

This Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship develops the technical, professional and leadership capability required to become a Network Engineering Field Specialist.

You will gain real-world engineering experience while studying toward a bachelor’s degree in digital & technology Solutions / Network Engineering, combining academic learning with hands-on technical delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Technical Delivery

• Support installation, testing and commissioning of telecom infrastructure.
• Assist with fault finding and structured diagnostics.
• Participate in network upgrades and optimisation projects.
• Work across wired, wireless and transmission systems.

Field Operations

• Attend customer and network sites.
• Work safely in varied environments (indoor, outdoor, rooftop).
• Support build and decommissioning activities.
• Carry out physical engineering tasks safely.

Technical Development

• Interpret engineering documentation and designs.
• Support implementation of network solutions.
• Learn industry standards, compliance requirements and best practice.

Customer & Stakeholder Support

• Represent our company professionally on customer sites.
• Assist with service delivery and technical assurance. xwzovoh
• Support project teams in achieving delivery targets.

Entry Requirements

Essential:

• Age 18+
• GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above)
• Level 3 qualification (A-Level, BTEC, or equivalent)
• Full UK driving licence (or working towards)
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable:

• STEM qualification
• Engineering or IT experience
• Interest in telecommunications technology

Skills & Behaviours

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Curious and technically minded
• Problem-solvers who enjoy challenges
• Self-motivated and reliable
• Strong communicators
• Safety conscious
• Adaptable in changing environments

Physical & Working Requirements

This is an active engineering role and requires:

• Manual handling
• Working at height
• Site access environments
• Extended standing/walking
• Occasional lone working (post-training)

Programme Structure

Year 1 – Foundation

• Core telecom knowledge
• Safety training
• Supervised field experience

Years 2–3 – Development

• Independent technical tasks
• Fault investigation
• Customer interaction
• Live project work

Final Phase – Professional Competence

• Lead small engineering tasks
• Support technical improvements
• Mentor junior learners
• End Point Assessment preparation

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive apprentice salary
• Annual progression increases
• Holiday allowance
• Pension scheme
• Training and certification funding
• Career progression pathways

Career Progression After Completion

Successful apprentices may progress into:

• Network Engineer
• Senior Field Engineer
• Technical Specialist
• Project Engineer
• Infrastructure Design Engineer