Apprentice - Enggineering

Colt provides network, voice and data centre services to thousands of businesses around the world, allowing them to focus on delivering their business goals instead of the underlying infrastructure. 

Why we need this role.

As an Apprentice - Network Analyst, you will embark on a learning journey within Colt’s Network Engineering team. This role offers hands-on exposure to IP networks, TCP/IP, routing, switching, and the business analysis of telecom connectivity products. You will also gain practical experience for programming and explore automation use-cases to improve efficiency in telecom network activities.

What you will do

• Routing & Switching: Learn the fundamentals of configuring and maintaining routers and switches in enterprise environments.
• TCP/IP Protocols: Gain hands-on experience with TCP/IP stack, packet flow, and traffic analysis
• Telecom Connectivity Products: Support the evaluation and testing of Colt’s connectivity solutions, including Ethernet, Internet and IP services
• Automation Use-Cases: Explore opportunities to apply automation in network engineering.
• Network Analysis: Assist in monitoring and analyzing network performance, identifying issues, and supporting troubleshooting activities.
• Documentation: Prepare reports, project and business analytics. Work closely with senior staff and cross-functional teams to support ongoing initiatives

Learning Opportunities

• Handson training on IP networking fundamentals.
• Exposure to real-world telecom environments and carrier-grade connectivity solutions.
• Opportunity to develop skills in IP networks, telecom products and automation.
• Mentorship from experienced network engineers in telecom business and analytics

What we are looking for

Must haves:

• Graduate degree in science, maths or computers or Graduate/Diploma in any engineering discipline.
• Enthusiastic about building a career in Internet industry and network operators’ environments.
• Basic understanding of computer networks and protocols.
• Interest in learning programming and apply automation concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn, be patient and adapt in a fast-paced telecom environment.
• Good communication in English and teamwork abilities.                                         

Might haves:

• Previous project or activities involving telecom networks.
• Experience in writing code to solve hard problem or use-cases.

What we offer you:

Looking to make a mark?

At Colt, you’ll make a difference. Because around here, we empower people. We don’t tell you what to do.

Instead, we employ people we trust, who come together across the globe to create intelligent solutions.

Our global teams are full of ambitious, driven people, all working together towards one shared purpose: to put the power of the digital universe in the hands of our customers wherever, whenever and however they want.

We give our people the opportunity to inspire and lead teams, and work on projects that connect people, cities, businesses, and ideas. We want you to help us change the world, for the better.

Diversity and inclusion

• Inclusion and valuing diversity of thought and experience are at the heart of our culture here at Colt. From day one, you’ll be encouraged to be yourself because we believe that’s what helps our people to thrive. We welcome people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability, neurodiversity, age, marital status, pregnancy status, or place of birth.

Most recently we have:

• Signed the UN Women Empowerment Principles which guide our Gender Action Plan
• Trained 60 (and growing) Colties to be Mental Health First Aiders
• Please speak with a member of our recruitment team if you require adjustments to our recruitment process to support you. For more information about our Inclusion and Diversity agenda, visit our DEI pages.

Benefits

Our benefits support you through all parts of life, for both physical and mental health.

• Flexible working hours and the option to work from home.
• Extensive induction program with experienced mentors and buddies.
• Opportunities for further development and educational opportunities.
• Global Family Leave Policy.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Internal inclusion & diversity employee networks.

A global network

• When you join Colt you become part of our global network. We are proud of our colleagues and the stories and experience they bring – take a look at ‘Our People’ site including our Empowered Women in Tech.