Highway's Field Engineer

Amey; Snaith; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Competitive salary

Career development

Pension scheme

24 days annual leave

Flexible benefits

Employee discounts

Volunteer days

Job summary

Amey is seeking a Highways Technology Engineer to support the maintenance and repair of roadside technology assets across the National Highways network. The role involves reactive and planned works, diagnostics, and reporting from the West Cowick depot in Goole with travel across Area 12.

You will join a team delivering safe, efficient road networks, requiring strong fault-finding, a driving licence, and experience in highways tech. Amey offers development and a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.
• Relevant electrical or engineering qualification is required.
• Experience in highways technology or a similar engineering environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive maintenance on highways technology assets (signs, signals, CCTV, emergency telephones and weather stations).
• Undertake planned maintenance in line with client requirements, manufacturer guidance and British Standards.
• Diagnose faults and perform repairs on highways technology equipment.
• Produce accurate maintenance, inspection and repair reports.
• Provide technical advice to colleagues, clients and contractors.
• Support project delivery, coordinating with suppliers and authorities.
• Assist with technology upgrades, commissioning and asset improvement programmes.
• Support emergency response activities when required.

Skills

Driving Licence

Electrical/Engineering qualification

Highways technology experience

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Fault-finding

Independent / team worker

Education

Electrical or engineering qualification

Job description

Title: Highway's Field Engineer

Requisition ID: 11331

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Highways Technology Engineer to join our Area 12 team.

In this role, you'll support the maintenance and repair of a wide range of roadside technology assets across the National Highways network, helping to keep roads safe, connected and operating efficiently. You'll undertake both planned and reactive maintenance activities on technology systems including electronic signage, CCTV, traffic signals, emergency roadside telephones and communications equipment.

The primary depot for this role is West Cowick Maintenance Compound, Goole, DN14 9ED, however the role will involve travel across the Area 12 network as required.

The standard hours of work are 43.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, working a rotating shift pattern of two weeks days and one week nights. Participation in a standby rota is also required.

You Will Be Responsible For

• Carrying out reactive maintenance on highways technology assets including signs, signals, CCTV, emergency roadside telephones, queue protection systems, traffic counting equipment and weather stations.
• Undertaking planned maintenance activities in accordance with client requirements, manufacturer guidance and British Standards.
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs on highways communications and technology equipment.
• Producing accurate reports and records relating to maintenance, inspections and repairs.
• Providing technical advice and support to colleagues, clients and contractors.
• Supporting project delivery activities, including coordination with suppliers, contractors and local authorities.
• Assisting with technology upgrades, commissioning activities and asset improvement programmes.
• Supporting emergency response activities when required.
• Maintaining compliance with health, safety and environmental procedures at all times.
• Contributing to continuous improvement and supporting the development of junior team members.

What You'll Bring

Essential

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Relevant electrical or engineering qualification.
• Experience within highways technology or a similar engineering environment.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Strong technical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• City & Guilds 2391 Test & Inspection qualification.

What We Offer You

When you join Amey, you'll become part of a team dedicated to delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Our People Are Our Greatest Asset, And We Offer

• Competitive salary and overtime opportunities.
• Company vehicle.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Industry-recognised training and qualifications.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Minimum 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Flexible benefits scheme.
• Employee discounts and wellbeing support.
• Two paid volunteering days per year.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we recognise that a diverse and inclusive workforce drives innovation and success. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.