Network Cable Installer Apprenticeship

Summary

VQ Solutions is seeking a motivated individual to join the team at Protec Services as a Network Cable Installer. You will help ensure the efficiency and reliability of their network infrastructure. Protec Services is known for its commitment to apprentice development, offering excellent opportunities for growth in a dynamic, supportive environment.

Wage

£15,704 a year

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This position is advertised at £7.55 per hour

Training course

Network cable installer (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday between 08:00 - 18:00. This position is advertised with hours of 40 - 42 hours per week. We offer 28 days holiday, including bank holidays. With two additional days over the Christmas period.

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 27 May 2025

Duration

1 year 1 month

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

You will visit a wide range of client premises, both residential and business, for installation, termination, maintenance and testing of (included but not limited to):

CCTV
Intruder alarms
IP Networks
Data cables
Fibre cables
Wi-Wi networks
Phone systems
Assisting in-house IT Technicians with onsite troubleshooting
Carry out annual services of equipment
PAT Testing

Where you’ll work

4 WESTMOUR UNITS
WARWICK ROAD
FAIRFIELD INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
LOUTH
LN11 0YB

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

VQ SOLUTIONS LTD

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

You will work towards an Advanced level Network Cable Installer Apprenticeship delivered by VQ Solutions. You will have a dedicated VQ Mentor, and will also be supported internally by your manager.

During this apprenticeship, you will develop a portfolio, attend training courses, and have monthly reviews. All apprenticeship work will be completed during working hours.

More training information

You will also be provided with IPAF (International Powered Access Federation) training as part of your role, equipping you with the necessary skills to safely operate powered access equipment.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade Minimum C/4)

Other in:

Driving Licence (grade Pass)

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
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Physical fitness
Good time management
Flexibility
Enthusiasm
Driving licence

Other requirements

Due to the rural location of the office, it would be beneficial for applicants to have a valid driving licence and access to their own vehicle to ensure reliable travel to and from the workplace. Please note that you will be required to report to the head office at the start of each working day.

About this company

Based in Louth, Lincolnshire, Protec Services is a family-run business with over 20 years of experience delivering dependable IT and security solutions to both commercial and domestic clients. They pride themselves on being a one-stop shop for a comprehensive range of IT and technology services, eliminating the need to manage multiple providers.

After this apprenticeship

The majority of apprentices are offered a full-time role upon the successful completion of their apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

VQ SOLUTIONS LTD

Recruitment Team

recruitment@vqsolutions.co.uk

01423 740006

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000316588.

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