Summary
VQ Solutions is searching for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to launch their career as a Network Cable Installer with Club Control. In this hands-on role, you will work alongside an experienced engineer, gaining valuable skills while travelling nationwide. You will install cabling for EPOS and security systems in sports and social clubs.
Wage
£15,000 a year
Training course
Network cable installer (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Start date
Monday 29 September 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 work alongside a senior engineer and travel nationwide, to install cables for EPOS systems and other security systems at sports and social clubs.
Work to include:
* IP door entry and CCTV
* Networking
* AV systems
* General electrical installations
Where you'll work
Chowley Court
Chowley Oak Lane, Tattenhall
Chester
CH3 9GA
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
VQ SOLUTIONS LTD
Training course
Network cable installer (level 3)
What you'll learn
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.
Training schedule
* 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
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Maths and English (grade Pass)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted 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
* Flexibility
* Eager to learn
* Good time management
* Ability to prioritise