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.

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.
• 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