Network Engineer Apprenticeship (Level 4)

Job description

As a Network Engineer, you will play an important role at RWE in operating the network in a future-proof manner for the entire Company at over 250 locations. We want you and your expertise to implement the company-specific network architecture and strategy in order to continuously align the network landscape with the strategic goals of the Company together with internal and external partners and providers.

Choose a contribution that matters

You will be part of the "Connectivity & Network Peripherals" department, which is responsible for network and network security, including 2nd and 3rd level. The spectrum includes not only operation, maintenance and support, but also design, implementation and further development of the infrastructure on a project basis for the entire Group.

Some further responsibilities include:

• Operation, monitoring and administration of heterogeneous network infrastructure
• 2nd level support incl. incident ticket and change request processing
• Provide support & remediation of technical issues
• Execution of workflow steps within change control process
• Caretaker for general customer inquiries
• Proactively monitor and review of security logs
• Creation of reports and controlling KPIs / SLAs
• Creation of knowledgebase articles for the 1st level knowledge transfer
• Operation and administration of network and enterprise security infrastructures
• Supporting domestic and abroad IT-infrastructure projects (network, security)
• Support third party connections.

To apply, you’ll need

• Enthusiasm and drive to complete your apprenticeship programme and seek out development opportunities within a supportive team
• Motivation to achieve a professional qualification
• A passion and enthusiasm for IT
• The desire to work as part of a collaborative team, with a curious approach challenging yourself to find new solutions.
• Four GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 4+ (A-C) in any subject , including maths and English
• An A-Level in ICT
• OR An International Baccalaureate at Level 3 in ICT
• OR A-Level 3 apprenticeship in a similar subject
• OR A BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (180 credits)
• Prospective apprentices must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level as this apprenticeship in a similar subject

Experience (if the learner can’t meet the qualification requirements)

Those working in the tech industry e.g. having 1 year plus of experience working in any IT position or 1 year plus work experience in any other profession or sector and able to demonstrate working towards Level 2 in Maths and English.

This role requires further study towards gaining professional qualifications, so we’re looking for you to have a proven track record in passing exams.

All entry requirements are subject to change but as accurate as possible at the time of advertising. Where details are not available from the provider currently, we refer you to the Standard.

Additional job details

How to apply

Please upload your CV and cover letter in English and as one document. Also, please include your recent GSCE and A-Level (or equivalent) grades.

Click Apply to start your application now. This job will be available on Prospects until 6 April 2023

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Closing date:  6 April 2023