Field Engineer Apprentice

OverviewJoin to apply for the Field Engineer Apprentice role at myGwork - LGBTQ+ Business Community.This job is with Virgin Media O₂, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.Embrace the tech revolution. Our Field Engineers are the qualified experts who dazzle our customers every day, by installing or fixing products in their homes and businesses while offering professional advice. Grow your potential as a Field Technician Apprentice and join us in connecting communities through our technology, earning £26,500 whilst doing it and gaining an industry recognised qualification. Got a full driver’s licence that allows you to drive one of our vans? Perfect You’ll use it to reach customers across the region, delivering a friendly, knowledgeable service and linking them to what truly matters. You’ll also help expand our business by encouraging referrals and earning a £50 bonus for every new customer. What is involved with studying for an apprenticeship? This apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to become skilled in your role, and combines on‑the‑job learning and academic study, where you’ll spend approximately 20% of your working hours completing learning with one of our training providers. The programme is fully funded by us, and we’ll support you from day one.Who we areThe UK's fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too. Diverse, high performing teams – jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions. Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can’t wait to see what you can do. With inclusivity at our hearts, we’re 100% committed to having a workforce that represents every part of our society, so we’re keen to hear from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. The only barrier to applying would be if you didn’t have the right to work in the UK and were unable to obtain it without our support.Responsibilities (apprenticeship)Running & installing cables across different sitesAdjusting signal levels and connectionsConfiguring our advanced equipmentWorking at heights to install and update equipment on polesWorking outdoors in all weather conditions - comfortable with physical, hands-on work in changing environmentsWhat we’re looking for / RequirementsFull UK driving licence that entitles you to drive our vans and comfort with tasks involving elevated heightsLiving in close proximity to designated areas to minimise travelBeyond these requirements, apprenticeship opportunities are open to tech‑savvy individuals who relish problem‑solving and embody our brand valuesBenefitsPursue a level 2 Telecoms Field Operative apprenticeship while earning a salary of £26,500, rising to £29,000 upon completionAfter a qualifying period, entry into a Regional Bonus Scheme25 days holiday, increasing to 28 days after 5 years, plus your birthday offFlexible benefits package including pension matching up to 10%, holiday buying/selling, and discounts on shopping, travel and morePrivate Bupa healthcare; up to 26 weeks’ paid maternity & adoption leave, plus generous paternity and neonatal leavePlus additional benefits to support you inside and outside of workNext stepsIf we feel like a place where you can belong, we’d love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. If successful, the next steps may include an online test, a telephone interview, a coaching call, and an assessment centre. When you apply, you’ll be asked about adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we’ll discuss it with you. Applications may close earlier than the advertised date.We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional on passing background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. #J-18808-Ljbffr