Field Engineer - Highways

Amey Plc; Nairn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Field Engineer to join their team in Scotland. This permanent position involves working on highways control technology installations, ensuring the safety and reliability of essential roadside technology. You will be part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, responsible for maintaining various electronic systems while adhering to strict health and safety standards. With opportunities for career development and a supportive work environment, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in their community. Join us in delivering critical services that enhance road safety and efficiency.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Generous Pension Scheme

Minimum 24 Days Holidays

Flexible Benefits

Discounts on Shopping and Healthcare

Community Involvement Days

Qualifications

• Experience in installing and maintaining electrical and control systems.
• Knowledge of BS7671 regulations for electrical installations.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electrical control and communications installations.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical Installation

Control Systems

Communications Technology

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

National Certificate in Electronic/Electrical Discipline

Vocational Qualifications in Electrotechnical or Telecommunications

Job description

Job Description

Your New Role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Field Engineer to join our TSIC account. This will be an on-site, mobile role working on Highways in the North East area of Scotland.

The Field Engineer plays an important part in undertaking 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 has been 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 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, we manage and maintain hundreds of miles of motorway and trunk road network across Scotland, providing key consultancy services such as asset management, design, and environmental management.

Our focus is on delivering reliable journey times and a high level of customer care for road users.

The Field Engineer will be responsible for:

1. Installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical, control, and communications installations according to current regulations and manufacturer’s recommendations. Responding to urgent or emergency failures.
2. Verifying and inspecting electrical installations in accordance with BS7671, and issuing certification.
3. Updating schematic diagrams and as-built records.
4. Performing all aspects of highway electrical maintenance, including routine and cyclic maintenance.
5. Ensuring health and safety compliance to keep yourself and others safe.
6. Keeping records, completing paperwork, and liaising with colleagues, subcontractors, emergency services, police, the public, clients, and customers.

What makes this role unique is that you will be part of a multidisciplinary team providing frontline maintenance to ensure the availability and safety of Transport Scotland roadside technology assets on Scottish motorways and trunk roads. You must hold a valid driving license.

Ideally, you will have a national certificate in an electronic/electrical discipline and vocational qualifications in electrotechnical or telecommunications fields. Field installation and servicing experience are desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.

What we offer you

We offer flexibility, career development, benefits, and support. Our rewards include:

• Career Development - Exceptional growth and progression opportunities
• Pension - Generous scheme with contributions from us
• Holidays - Minimum 24 days plus Bank Holidays
• Choices - Flexible benefits including additional leave, cycle-to-work, charity, and gym schemes
• Save with Amey - Discounts on shopping, days out, healthcare, and more
• Social Value - Community involvement days and fundraising opportunities

We embrace diversity and support individuals to work in ways that suit them.

We are committed to sustainability and working with communities to protect people and the planet.

At Amey, you have the freedom to perform because we believe that empowered employees can achieve extraordinary results.

Who is Amey?

• We are at the heart of modern Britain, helping grow the economy through designing, maintaining, and transforming strategic assets.
• Our 11,000 employees deliver critical services relied upon daily.
• Our engineering, operations, and consulting expertise deliver better results for clients.
• We are trusted partners of government, managing vital assets and projects for sustainable growth.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to inclusion and diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.

Please contact our recruitment team for access needs or adjustments during the process.

We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Apply early to be considered.

Apply today – We look forward to hearing from you!