Apprentice Cellular Network Field Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 4, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 3, 2026.
Our client is recruiting for an Apprentice Cellular Network
Field Engineer to join their team inTamworth.
The Level 4 Cellular Network Field Engineer 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!
The Position
Job Title:
Apprentice Cellular Network Field Engineer
Apprenticeship
Course:
Level 4 Cellular Network Field Engineer
Apprenticeship
Duration:
36 months
Location:
Tamworth - national travel may be required.
Working Hours:
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm: Weekend and out-of-hours
work may be required depending on project needs
Salary:
£10.50 per hour
About the Role:
Our
client is one of the UK’s leading telecommunications rigging companies, working
with many of the country’s major Mobile Network Operators. Due to continued
growth, they are seeking motivated, reliable individuals to join their team as
Apprentice Cellular Network Field Engineers/Riggers.
This
is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in
telecoms with full training provided.
As
an Apprentice Cellular Network Field Engineers/Rigger, you’ll work as part of
an experienced field team delivering projects across the UK. The role is
hands-on, varied, and ideal for someone who enjoys practical work and
problem-solving.
Key
Responsibilities:
- Working as part of a team on nationwide
telecoms projects
- Assisting with installation and rigging
works on telecoms sites
- Adapting to changing site conditions and
last-minute changes
- Identifying and helping solve on-site
challenges
- Maintaining high standards of safety,
accuracy, and workmanship
What You’ll Learn
- Working safely at height and using
fall-arrest equipment.
- Understanding of telecoms rigging and
antenna systems.
- Basic electrical principles, testing, and
certification.
- Health & Safety, RF awareness, and
first aid at height.
- Reading and following technical drawings.
- Quality assurance and environmental
awareness.
- Teamwork, communication, and leadership
skills
About ITP
We help employers develop their best
talent and inspire the next generation through apprenticeships, mentoring and
training, we’re plugging the UK’s digital skills gap to provide a workforce for
the future.
If this sounds like the role for you, get in touch!
Once we receive your application, one of our team will be in touch to help you
with the next stage.
The ITP are working on behalf of a third
party to advertise their vacancy. By submitting your CV, you agree to be
contacted by The ITP and your information to be passed on to a third party.
Safeguarding and Values
Commitment
The ITP is committed to
safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and
volunteers to share this commitment. Successful appointment to this role will
require satisfactory completion of recruitment checks.
At the ITP, we are fully
committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and
creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We expect every team
member to:
- Uphold and champion our values, code of
conduct, and safeguarding principles.
- Take personal responsibility for understanding
and adhering to all safeguarding procedures and policies.
- Promote a culture of safety and wellbeing
through a proactive “do no harm” approach.
- Recognise and act on their responsibility in
supporting, strengthening, and enforcing safeguarding practices across all
areas of work.
- Understand and meet any role-specific
safeguarding duties - including, in this position, actively identifying
and reporting concerns, engaging in relevant training, and modelling safe
and inclusive behaviours in all apprentice interactions.
At the ITP,
our company culture is important to us, and all employees and consultants are
expected to operate in line with our values:
·We change lives - We strive to make
a difference for our apprentices, clients, members, ourselves, and our team on
a daily basis. We push for diversity and inclusion in our industry by
challenging perceptions. We embrace individuality. We believe that everyone is
equally important.
·We are genuine and honest - We breed
trust amongst clients, apprentices, members, and the team. We take
responsibility for our words, actions, and results. We are human. We encourage
one another through honesty and transparency.
·We are innovative and unique - We
are empowered by innovation. We strive to make the impossible, possible. We are
proud to be the only organisation of our kind, of who we are and how we got
here.
·We are Personable - We remind
ourselves what it’s like to be in others shoes. We have authentic
conversations; we are real and so are our relationships.
·We are stronger united - We share
our knowledge and experiences. We celebrate one another on our achievements. We
value and encourage one another because we win or lose as a team.
Requirements
- Hardworking, reliable, and conscientious
attitude
- Ability to think on your feet and adapt
quickly
- Comfortable working at height
- Willingness to work away from home when
required
- Previous hands-on or site-based experience
is an advantage, but not essential
- Full UK driving licence is essential
- Grade A*-C/ 4 or higher in GCSE Maths
& English (or equivalent)
Eligibility Criteria
Individuals must have a valid and
eligible residency status to apply for this role.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate (negotiable
depending on experience)
- Full training and development within the
telecoms industry
- Company pension scheme
- Additional leave entitlement
- On-site parking
- Long-term career progression opportunities
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance