Summary
We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Network Cable Installer to gain hands-on experience in the field of network cabling while pursuing your studies. This is a unique opportunity to combine classroom learning with real-world application, providing valuable skills and knowledge that will help launch your career.
Wage
£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
Training course
Network cable installer (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, not typically 9am - 5pm. It could be that some weeks start at 6am, but apprentices would always know at least a week in advance.
40 hours a week
Start date
Thursday 15 May 2025
Duration
1 year 3 months
Positions available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
Assisting in Cable Installation:
* Work alongside senior technicians to install various types of network cabling, such as Cat 5e, Cat 6, fibre optic, and coaxial cables. Assist with routing and securing cables in walls, ceilings, and floors while adhering to network installation standards
Site Preparation and Setup:
* Help prepare work sites by measuring, cutting, and organising cable runs. Assist with mounting cable trays, installing containment, and securing hardware like patch panels, routers, and switches
Testing & Troubleshooting:
* Learn to use cable testing and troubleshooting tools (e.g., cable testers, tone generators) to ensure proper functionality of installed systems. Gain experience in diagnosing and resolving issues related to signal loss, miswiring, or performance problems
Blueprints & Schematics:
* Work with experienced installers to interpret and apply wiring diagrams and floor plans to guide cable placement and system design
Safety & Compliance:
* Ensure all installations meet safety standards and local building codes. Always follow safety procedures, including using personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintaining a safe work environment
Customer Interaction:
* While under supervision, interact with clients to provide updates and answer questions. Ensure client properties are respected and kept clean throughout the installation process
Ongoing Learning:
* Participate in both on-the-job training and formal classroom education as part of the apprenticeship program. Apply lessons learnt in the classroom to real-world scenarios in the field
Documentation & Reporting:
* Help maintain accurate records of installations, including cable routes, test results, and any issues encountered during the job. Report progress to the project manager and track learning milestones
Where you’ll work
This apprenticeship is available in these locations:
* Dock Street, Middlesbrough, TS2 1AD
* Myton Road, Ingleby Barwick, Stockton-On-Tees, TS17 0WA
* Bridge Road, Stockton-On-Tees, TS18 3AY
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE
Your training course
Network cable installer (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
* Install copper cabling components for Local Area Networking (LAN). Carry out maintenance tasks on copper cable networks. Identify, locate and repair common faults.
* Install fibre optic cabling components for Local Area Networking LAN and Wide Area Network WAN infrastructure. Identify, locate and repair common faults.
* Conduct testing on copper cabling in accordance with equipment manufacturer's procedures, compliant to industry standards, interpret results and rectify failures.
* Carry out testing of fibre optic cabling using an optical loss test set, Tier 1 and fibre inspection tool in accordance with equipment manufacturer’s procedures, and compliant to industry standards.
* Analyse copper and fibre test results and provides certification to the customer.
* Prepare, constructs and installs telecommunications equipment cabinets, either pre-built or from flat-pack. Arrange and install fixtures and fittings for the intended use. Selects network equipment components for installation into cabinets, differentiating between switches and routers.
* Work at height in a safe manner.
* Work in confined spaces by implementing health and safety procedures, using and maintaining personal protective equipment.
* Apply health and safety working practices to keep themselves and others safe.
* Analyse plans, make decisions about equipment types and quantity, and predict time frames.
* Assess the requirements for cable containment by type and size to build a pathway suitable for routing data cables. Install containment systems, using tools and methods for cutting, shaping and mounting tray, basket trunking and conduit.
* Install end-point equipment using fixings and media.
* Interpret the customer statement of requirements to determine the quantity and quality of components to be used in the cable network.
* Quantify equipment requirements and timelines for tasks to be carried out.
* Communicate with key stakeholders in the customer's organisation including the customer, the construction design and management CDM co-ordinator, the project manager and the information technology IT security officer.
* Maintain cyber security, applying processes and procedures aimed at protecting data confidentiality.
* Install copper cabling components for Local Area Networking (LAN). Carry out maintenance tasks on copper cable networks. Identify, locate and repair common faults.
* Install fibre optic cabling components for Local Area Networking LAN and Wide Area Network WAN infrastructure. Identify, locate and repair common faults.
* Conduct testing on copper cabling in accordance with equipment manufacturer's procedures, compliant to industry standards, interpret results and rectify failures.
* Carry out testing of fibre optic cabling using an optical loss test set, Tier 1 and fibre inspection tool in accordance with equipment manufacturer’s procedures, and compliant to industry standards.
* Analyse copper and fibre test results and provides certification to the customer.
* Prepare, constructs and installs telecommunications equipment cabinets, either pre-built or from flat-pack. Arrange and install fixtures and fittings for the intended use. Selects network equipment components for installation into cabinets, differentiating between switches and routers.
* Work at height in a safe manner.
* Work in confined spaces by implementing health and safety procedures, using and maintaining personal protective equipment.
* Apply health and safety working practices to keep themselves and others safe.
* Analyse plans, make decisions about equipment types and quantity, and predict time frames.
* Assess the requirements for cable containment by type and size to build a pathway suitable for routing data cables. Install containment systems, using tools and methods for cutting, shaping and mounting tray, basket trunking and conduit.
* Install end-point equipment using fixings and media.
* Interpret the customer statement of requirements to determine the quantity and quality of components to be used in the cable network.
* Quantify equipment requirements and timelines for tasks to be carried out.
* Communicate with key stakeholders in the customer's organisation including the customer, the construction design and management CDM co-ordinator, the project manager and the information technology IT security officer.
* Maintain cyber security, applying processes and procedures aimed at protecting data confidentiality.
Your training plan
* Level 3 Network Cable Installer
* Day release 1 day per week for 4 weeks to cover Health and Safety. Moving to one day per fortnight after then
* Newcastle Office, Stamp Exchange, Westgate Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE1 1SA
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* Maths and English (grade 4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Problem solving skills
* Physical fitness
* Technical Aptitude
* Time Management
* Reliability & Professionalism
Other requirements
The position will involve working at various job sites, including residential, commercial, and industrial locations. Some work may be performed at heights or in confined spaces such as attics, crawl spaces, and under floors. Flexible working hours that align with the college apprenticeship program, with potential for overtime based on project requirements. Sometimes there will be travel to Scotland and overnight stays - some candidates might not be okay with this that's all but as some of the work is in Scotland, overnight stays are inevitable at times.