Job Description
Job Description
Radio Network Engineer Apprentice (Level 3)
Denington Industrial Estate, Wellingborough NN8 2QH
Level 3: Radio Network TechnicianApprentice L3
Duration - 24 months
Starting Salary: £16,000
Ref No: V13541
When you join one of Telent's Apprenticeship Programmes you will be working as part of a company that effects the everyday lives of people across the UK and Ireland. With our diverse portfolio of projects and areas of specialities, we offer a range of apprenticeships to suit different types of learners. You will have the opportunity to grow, develop and learn from professionals whilst building your career with Telent and gaining industry leading qualifications. We rely on our Early Careers Talent to become our leaders of the future, so its vitally important for us to find the individuals with passion and potential to achieve together. Join Telent and be part of something bigger.
When you join our Engineering Team at Telent, you'll be empowered to innovate and drive common solutions, working closely with technical experts who are proud of the impact their work makes. Come join a high-performing team doing complex and critical work. Help build and keep the nation's critical infrastructure connected and protected 24/7.
What you'll do:
Work to create and execute radio technologies into customer solutions
Survey Reports and Radio Design
Use the latest radio frequency (RF) design tools
Onsite Systems Support
Project Documentation
Learn the customer requirements and the expectations of designs
Maintain and input data accurately into customer project files
Liaise with senior system engineers to resolve design queries
Interpret customer requirements, requests and translate to a working solution
Identify anomalies and work with Senior Engineers to solve them
Create real-life solutions in the radio labs at Wellingborough
Attend reviews to verify solution details are accurate
Help produce design drawings and documentation
Help produce a Bill of Materials associated with designs
Provide technical support
Help produce initial equipment configurations to enable staging and testing activities
Collate and produce as-built documentation and associated test results
Report progress at regular intervals to the Lead/Senior Engineer
Who you are & what to prepare for:
We don't require individuals with experience as we will provide full training in all aspects of the role from how to use tools/equipment to working at heights to ensuring safe working practises. We are looking for candidates with the right attitude, commitment, and desire to learn.
During the programme these are some of the areas you will be focussing on:
Networks
IP Networking
WAN/LAN
You will get a vehicle, mobile phone, laptop, personal protective equipment as part of the role
Although supported throughout the programme by us at Telent you will need to take ownership of your tasks and personal development
Client and customer service is critical to the services we provide customers.
You will need to have strong planning and organisation skills
Communication is vital; you will need to be an effective communicator both in writing and verbally
Programme requirements:
Minimum of 5 GCSE's Grade 4 or higher (or equivalent qualification). This must include Maths, English and a Science or IT based subject.
Ideally 1 A-levels or equivalent qualifications minimum Grade C in a Computer Science or Electrical subject (desirable)
Must be eligible to work in the UK.
Full UK Driving licence
Must be over the age of 18 by September 2023.
Able to pass full Security Clearance vetting for access to secure information, site access and confidential permissions.
Able to adhere to our Drugs & Alcohol policy and pass a pre-employment Drugs & Alcohol assessment.
Programme Specifics:
This apprenticeship is typically 24 months in duration
Starting salary of £16,000 which will increase throughout the duration of the programme
The qualification you gain will be a Level 3 Radio Network Technician
Our chosen training provider TC Partnership will support you in obtaining your qualification
You will predominantly work in our Wellingborough office but will include frequent visits to other sites as required
On completion of your apprenticeship, we hope to offer you a full-time position with Telent where you can continue to pursue your career.
What we offer:
A career at Telent can span sectors, roles, technologies, and customers giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver.
We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work.
The additional benefits with this role:
Commercial vehicle for work purposes only
33 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell five days each year
Company pension scheme
A range of family friendly policies
Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal
Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme
About Telent
Telent is a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, support and maintenance, drawing on decades of experience in mission critical communications and technology. of the UK's critical digital infrastructure. The work we do helps connect thousands of people and communities, using the best technology and innovation available. When you join us, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on all our futures by fulfilling your potential and delivering high performance. We work together to make everyday life work better for everyone. You'll be part of a team of more than 3,000 brilliant, dedicated people committed to getting the job done well.
Brilliance brought together.
We are guided by our values and behaviours:
Be Inclusive
Take Responsibility
Collaborate
Be Customer-focused
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