151 Trainee Telecom Engineer jobs in the United Kingdom

Trainee Telecom Engineer - No experience Needed just the willingness to learn.

With an increasing demand in the market then Fibre/Telecommunication Engineering might just be your calling.

Our client is seeking Trainee Fibre/Telecommunication Engineers, due to the shortage of skilled people in the UK, you will go through an intense 8 week training programme where you will get accredited and qualified in Telecommunications to BTEC standards.

No experience required as full training will be given to all successful candidates.

This is a government funded course (free of charge)

Monday to Friday 9am till 4pm for 8 weeks at your local training centre

On the course you will be learning things such as:

Installing Telephone and Internet lines on the BT Phone Network (installations at phone exchanges and installations inside customers' premises)

Fault Finding/Testing/Fixing Telephone lines.

Setting up Networks ranging from Internet Routers in Houses to Networks in Business premises'

Installing CAT5 and CAT6 systems leading to other applications (CCTV Door Access Systems & Audio/Visual installations etc)

Fibre splicing

Fibre installations

And many more.

What does a telecommunications engineer do?

Fibre/Telecommunications Engineers (or Telecoms Engineers) install, test and repair communications systems. This includes fixed-line and mobile telephone networks, copper wire and fibre-optic cabling and digital satellite systems.

Work could include:

Installing, connecting and testing cabling

Diagnosing and fixing faults in systems

Working with aerial rigging and related equipment

Installing mobile and static antenna on buildings or masts

Building and testing telecommunications components and equipment.

THIS IS A FREE GOVERNMENT FUNDED COURSE AT A LOCAL TRAINING CENTRE (8 WEEKS HANDS ON CLASSROOM BASED COURSE)

Trainee Telecom Engineer - No experience Needed just the willingness to learn.

• Design, configure, and deploy network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal uptime and service delivery.
• Implement and manage network security measures to protect against threats and vulnerabilities.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with other engineering teams to integrate network solutions and support new service offerings.
• Perform regular maintenance, upgrades, and patching of network equipment.
• Analyze network traffic and identify areas for improvement in capacity planning and performance tuning.
• Respond to network outages and incidents, providing timely resolution and root cause analysis.
• Stay current with emerging telecommunications technologies and industry best practices.
• Assist in the planning and execution of network expansion projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in telecommunications network engineering.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS).
• Hands-on experience with network hardware from major vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Huawei).
• Proficiency in network monitoring tools and techniques.
• Experience with network security principles and practices.
• Familiarity with voice over IP (VoIP) and wireless technologies (e.g., Wi-Fi, LTE).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP) are a significant advantage.

• Design, implement, and maintain telecommunications network infrastructure.
• Ensure network performance, availability, and security.
• Configure and manage network devices including routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Monitor network traffic and performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks.
• Plan and execute network upgrades and expansions.
• Troubleshoot network issues and incidents in a timely and efficient manner.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams and configurations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on network-related projects.
• Evaluate and integrate new network technologies.
• Provide technical support and guidance to other teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Telecom Network Engineer or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of IP networking, routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), and switching technologies.
• Experience with fiber optics, microwave, and wireless communication systems.
• Familiarity with network security principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in network monitoring and analysis tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA) are a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

• Design, deploy, and manage telecommunication network infrastructure.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal uptime and service delivery.
• Implement network security measures and protocols to protect against threats.
• Conduct root cause analysis for network failures and implement corrective actions.
• Plan and execute network upgrades and enhancements to improve capacity and performance.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate network solutions with other IT systems.
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in telecommunications.
• Provide technical expertise and support for network-related projects.
• Ensure network compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in telecommunications network engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of IP networking, routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), and switching technologies.
• Experience with wireless technologies (e.g., 4G LTE, 5G NR) and/or fiber optic networks.
• Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective remote collaboration.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA) are a plus.

• Designing and configuring network hardware and software
• Troubleshooting and resolving network issues
• Monitoring network performance and implementing optimizations
• Developing and documenting network standards and procedures
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams on network projects
• Staying current with advancements in telecommunications technology

• Design, install, and configure telecommunications network infrastructure.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Ensure network security and implement necessary measures.
• Manage and maintain network hardware and software.
• Respond to network incidents and outages promptly.
• Plan and execute network upgrades and expansions.
• Collaborate with IT teams on network projects.
• Document network configurations and procedures.
• Stay updated with the latest telecommunications technologies.
• Provide technical support for network-related issues.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Network Engineer in a telecom environment.
• In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), and switching.
• Experience with network monitoring tools and network management systems.
• Familiarity with firewalls, VPNs, and network security principles.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP) are a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

• Designing, deploying, and managing telecommunications network infrastructure, including fiber optic, wireless, and copper-based systems.
• Monitoring network performance, identifying and resolving network issues, and implementing solutions to ensure high availability and optimal performance.
• Configuring and maintaining network hardware such as routers, switches, firewalls, and servers.
• Developing network diagrams, documentation, and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including IT, engineering, and customer support, to ensure seamless network integration and operation.
• Troubleshooting network connectivity issues and performing root cause analysis for recurring problems.
• Implementing network security measures to protect against unauthorized access and cyber threats.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in telecommunications technology and best practices.
• Participating in capacity planning and network upgrades to meet growing demands.
• Providing technical support and guidance to junior engineers and technical staff.

• Designing, installing, configuring, and maintaining telecommunications network infrastructure.
• Troubleshooting network issues and performing root cause analysis to resolve problems efficiently.
• Monitoring network performance, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing optimizations.
• Ensuring network security by implementing and maintaining firewalls, VPNs, and other security measures.
• Planning network capacity and recommending upgrades or expansions as needed.
• Collaborating with vendors and suppliers to procure and implement network equipment and services.
• Developing and maintaining network documentation, diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
• Providing technical support to internal users and resolving connectivity issues.
• Staying current with emerging technologies and industry best practices in telecommunications.
• Participating in on-call rotations for network support.
• Testing new network configurations and solutions before deployment.