Trainee IT / Data Cabling Engineer - Network Solution and Surveys

Location : North West England

Employment Type : Contract / Self-Employed

Rate : £120–£140 per day

Experience : No experience required – full training provided

About the Role

NSS is looking for a Trainee IT / Data Cabling Engineer to join our growing team across the North West of England.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in IT, networking and structured cabling. No previous cabling experience is required — we're looking for someone who is reliable, practical, hardworking and genuinely willing to learn.

You will work alongside experienced engineers and gain hands-on experience across a range of commercial IT and structured cabling projects.

What You'll Be Doing

Assisting experienced engineers with structured data cabling installations

Installing CAT5e, CAT6 and CAT6A cabling

Cable pulling, routing and containment installation

Terminating data outlets and patch panels

Basic cable testing and fault finding

Assisting with fibre and network infrastructure installations

Working on customer sites across the North West and occasionally further afield

Maintaining a clean, safe and professional working environment

Learning industry standards, installation techniques and testing procedures

What We're Looking For

No previous experience is required — full training will be provided.

We are looking for someone who:

Is willing to learn and develop new skills

Has a good practical attitude and enjoys working with their hands

Is reliable, punctual and hardworking

Can follow instructions and work as part of a team

Has good communication skills

Takes pride in their work

Is comfortable working on ladders and at height when required

Is willing to travel to different customer sites

Holds a full UK driving licence

Any experience in IT, electrical work, construction, networking, telecoms or other practical trades would be advantageous but is not essential.

What We Offer

£120–£140 per day, depending on ability and progression

Full training and on-the-job development

Opportunity to learn a skilled and growing trade

Hands-on experience across commercial projects

Work alongside experienced engineers

Regular work for the right person

Opportunity to progress into a fully experienced Data Cabling Engineer

Company van and fuel card available following successful completion of training

Increased responsibility and earning potential as your skills and experience develop

The Ideal Candidate

This role would suit someone who may have recently left college, is looking for their first opportunity in the IT/networking industry, or is currently working in another trade and wants to move into structured cabling and IT infrastructure.