Field Engineer - Highways

Amey; Cumbernauld; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car

Pension

Holidays 25 days + bank holidays (+5)

Training opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

Amey is seeking a Field Engineer in Cumbernauld to join the TSIC account on a permanent, on-site basis. You will carry out reactive and planned maintenance, installation and commissioning of highways control technology assets across Scotland, including CCTV, VMS, ERTs and related cabinets.

The role is 40 hours per week, weekdays, with a focus on safety, record-keeping and collaboration with subcontractors, emergency services and clients to keep Scotland’s motorway network reliable and safe.

Qualifications

• National certificate in electronic/electrical discipline is required.
• Vocational qualifications in electrotechnical or telecommunications are desirable.
• A valid driving licence is essential.
• Experience in highway electrical maintenance is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical, control and communications installations on highways.
• Initial verification and BS7671 electrical testing and inspection; issue certificates.
• Update schematic diagrams and as-built records.
• Oversee highway electrical maintenance including routine and cyclic tasks.
• Maintain health and safety standards and keep accurate records.

Skills

Electrical/electronic maintenance

Valid driving licence

Field installation experience

Health and Safety awareness

Education

National certificate in electronic/electrical discipline

Vocational qualifications in electrotechnical or telecommunications

Tools

Electrical testing instruments

Job description

Your New Role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Field Engineer to join our TSIC account in Cumbernauld. This will be an on-site, mobile role working on Highways in Central Belt.

The Field Engineer plays an important part to undertake reactive and planned maintenance, installation, and commissioning works on highways control technology installations throughout Scotland. This includes CCTV, Traffic Monitoring Units, Variable Message Signs, Emergency Telephones and other installation and outstation electronic and communications equipment, mainly motorway based.

The standard hours of work are 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

Our TSIC account is working in partnership with Traffic Scotland on behalf of Transport for Scotland since 2004. We are responsible for operating, maintaining, and upgrading the motorway and trunk road technology infrastructure across the whole of Scotland.

With over 12,000 intelligent transport system (ITS) assets across Scotland our teams operate and maintain variable messaging signs, CCTV, emergency roadside telephones (ERTs) and various power and communication cabinets.

In addition to this, we manage and maintain hundreds of miles of the motorway and trunk road network across Scotland, as well as providing key consultancy services such as asset management, design services and environmental management.

Our focus is on delivering reliable journey times and a high level of customer care for the people and businesses that use these roads every day.

The Field Engineer will be responsible for:

• Installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical, control and communications installations in accordance with current Regulations and Manufacturer’s recommendations. Response to urgent or emergency failures.
• Initial verification and periodic electrical testing and inspection to BS7671 of electrical installations, and issue of corresponding certification.
• Updating schematic diagrams and as-built records.
• Undertake all aspects of highway electrical maintenance works including routine and cyclic maintenance.
• Take responsibility for Health and Safety to keep yourself and others safe and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• To keep records, complete all necessary paperwork, communicate and liaise with other employees of Amey, sub-contractors, the emergency services, the police, the general public, clients and customers.

What makes this role unique is that you will form part of a multi-disciplinary team providing frontline maintenance services to ensure availability and safety of operation of Transport Scotland roadside technology assets on Scottish motorways and trunk roads. Due to the nature of this role, you must hold a valid driving licence.

Ideally you will have a national certificate in an electronic / electrical discipline, and vocational qualifications in the electrotechnical or telecommunications field. In addition to this, it would be desirable if you have field installation and servicing role to help you hit the ground running, although this is not essential as we will provide you with the required development you need to bring you up to speed.

Why Join Us?

At Amey, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognized by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your contributions.
• Company Car: Select from an electric company vehicle or receive a generous car allowance, supporting our ambitious journey to carbon net zero!
• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities.
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded, tailored to your growth.
• Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
• Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
• Holidays: Enjoy at least 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
• Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture ff diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.