Radio Access Planner Apprentice VIRGIN MEDIA LIMITED

Do you want to help our network grow? Join us on our Radio Access Planner Apprentice Scheme and you’ll work, earn and study towards a professional qualification, all while doing something you love! Working in our Radio Access Planning team, you’ll be responsible for the delivery of 5G, LTE and UMTS in appropriate regions

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Closing date: 25 Mar 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £23,000.00

    Starting salary of £23,000, with an increase to £26,000 after 12 months. Final salaries will be from £30,000+ amazing benefits

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    20 Months

  • Possible start date

    17 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    06 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000120224

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Working in our Radio Access Planning team, you’ll be responsible for the delivery of 5G, LTE and UMTS in appropriate regions. You’ll support, create and adapt our processes and guidelines to ensure that the Access team can meet delivery needs and expectations.

 

Build skills for the future 

As an apprentice, you will work alongside the wider team supporting the rollout of our mobile networks. You will be responsible for making sure than radio plans are created to meet all requirements and guidelines. You’ll deliver a network improvement plan for your assigned area, which includes identifying new sites or upgrading existing ones. Once you’ve settled in the role, you’ll own projects and will be tasked with delivering these on time, and within budget. Other responsibilities you’ll take on include:

  • Attending sites to support Multi Skills Visits (MSVs)
  • Working with various Radio software solutions to Plan, Design and Deliver the Radio Network. Using Analytical skills to maximise the capability of our network for the customer

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Radio network technician Level 3 

Your apprenticeship is made up of learning on the job, but also gaining the academic skills to put into practice in your day-to-day job.  As a result, you'll complete the apprenticeship as part of a structured learning programme alongside working in the role. The learning programme is made up of a suite of modules and milestones and you’ll be required to evidence your work against these modules via tasks and assignments. For some apprenticeships, you may also undertake additional technical qualifications, which include studying for, and taking an exam. Once you have completed your modules and milestones, you’ll then move to your End Point Assessment (EPA) which is typically made up of an interview and a project. Once you pass this stage, you will receive your apprenticeship qualification with us.  

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

All our apprenticeships lead to permanent roles, so once you have successfully completed the scheme, you will have a role in the team waiting for you.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade Level 4-9) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Level 4-9) Essential

About the employer

Virgin Media and O2 joined forces combining the UK’s largest and most reliable mobile network with a broadband network offering the fastest widely available broadband speeds. We’re the corporate brand of a 50:50 joint venture between Liberty Global and Telefónica SA and are now one of the UK’s largest businesses.   We have exciting times ahead, and it’s a brilliant time to join us.

Employer

VIRGIN MEDIA LIMITED

Address

Virgin Media House

Concord Business Park, Threapwood Road

Manchester

M22 0EY

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Training

Training provider

ESTIO TRAINING LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Radio network technician

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

https://virginmediao2candidate.ambertrack.global/apprentices2023/createaccount.aspx?Application_Role=Radio%20Access%20Planner&Application_Location=Wythenshawe&Application_MediaSource=National%20Apprenticeship%20Service&=&=&=

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 25 Mar 2023