Apprentice Network Engineer (Telecoms)

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Full time
Location: Walkden
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Job offered by: Electricity North West
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Category: IT & Technology
We’re champions of the North West and we’re proud that it’s our electricity network that connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between. A key part of the UK’s journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of our electricity industry to enable clean, green economic growth. As the North West’s electricity network operator, it’s our responsibility to lead the way, help the region decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy and a sustainable energy future for all. We’re proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry’s most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference. Together we have the energy to transform our communities. We are switched on. We are adaptable. We take pride. As a Network Engineer Apprentice, you will gain both the technical knowledge and relationship building skills supported by a structured hands-on training plan, whilst working through the various Telecoms disciplines. You will learn the essential skillsets from the professional experts across our Telecoms department. There will be a mixture of working outdoors with experienced Telecoms teams as well as gaining experience from the Telecoms office/field-based design teams.

What’s in it for you? Learn while you earn on our fully funded three-year Apprenticeship Programme. It’s a great opportunity to gain hands on experience, develop your skills and knowledge and power a great career with us. Study for an industry recognised level 4 Apprenticeship; Have a work-based mentor to support your development; A starting salary of £18,500 per year; Holidays starting at 23 days per year plus bank holidays, rising an extra day per year; Have access to our colleague reward platform offering discounts on high street, retailers, leisure and so much more; Membership to our pension scheme offering an employer contribution of up to 14%. About You: You will need the following skills and qualifications to start your career journey with us: A minimum of Maths and English Language at GCSE (or equivalent) levels 4 - 9 or A* - C; As well as one of the following: Two A Levels A* - C (one must be in a STEM subject), or A BTEC National Certificate Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or a STEM subject (merit or distinction), or An ONC in Electrical Engineering (merit or distinction). We will also be looking for: Working as part of a team; An interest in driving forward your career; A desire to learn and develop. We welcome applications from all candidates who meet the minimum criteria. We are a Disability Confident Employer, however it is important to note that there may be occasions where it is not practical or appropriate to interview applicants that have opted into the Disability Confident Scheme and meet the minimum criteria for the job. For example: in certain recruitment situations; high number of applications, seasonal and high-peak times etc we may limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to candidates with and without a disability. Should you require any additional support with your application, or any adjustments please contact our Recruitment team at

careers@enwl.co.uk

or on 0845 366 0092 (option 2). Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by Electricity North West. Due to the nature of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a Medical Appointment, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Financial checks, BS7858 checks (delete as appropriate) and a Drug & Alcohol test. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable.

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