Principal Highways Engineer (Lighting)

WMJobs; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday

LGPS pension

Hybrid working

Professional learning & development

Job summary

Worcestershire County Council is seeking a Principal Maintenance Engineer (Streetlighting) to lead the Streetlighting team and develop the county’s lighting strategy. The role oversees assets, investment programmes and a maintenance contract, ensuring safe, cost-effective service delivery.

With a relevant electrical engineering qualification and experience in streetlighting, you will drive innovation, regulatory compliance and collaboration with planners, contractors and authorities to support

Qualifications

• Qualified in Electrical Engineering or similar field.
• ILP Exterior Lighting Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in streetlighting design, asset management and service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead Streetlighting service and technical team.
• Oversee streetlighting assets and investment programmes.
• Provide professional advice on streetlighting and electrical infrastructure.
• Manage the Streetlighting Term Maintenance Contract and service providers.
• Collaborate with authorities, consultants and stakeholders to support delivery.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and industry standards.
• Promote continuous improvement and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Streetlighting

Electrical engineering

Team leadership

Contract management

Service delivery

Design & assessment

Asset management

Education

Electrical Engineering qualification

ILP Exterior Lighting Diploma

Job description

Worcestershire County Council,

Job Title: Principal Maintenance Engineer (Streetlighting)

Salary: £46,104 - £49,121 per annum

This role attracts a market forces supplement of an additional £5,800.00

35 Hours per Week

Location: Warndon Depot/Hybrid

Team: Streetlighting

Permanent Contract

The Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Highways Operations Streetlighting team and help shape the future of lighting infrastructure across Worcestershire.

We are seeking an experienced streetlighting professional to lead a team and play a key role in the future development of the lighting service. As a member of the Highways Operations Management Team, you will bring strong technical expertise, leadership experience and a proven track record in streetlighting, electrical infrastructure and service delivery.

The postholder will be responsible for the strategic management and development of the County Council's streetlighting service, ensuring the effective stewardship of one of our most visible and important highway assets. You will support economic growth, enhance road safety and help deliver infrastructure that benefits residents, businesses and visitors across Worcestershire.

With significant investment planned across the county's transport and infrastructure network, including highways improvements, rail connectivity and active travel schemes, streetlighting will play an important role in enabling future growth. Worcestershire has already delivered substantial investment in modernising its lighting assets, and this role will help shape the next phase of that journey.

Working closely with local planning authorities, developers, consultants, contractors, utility providers, elected members and internal teams, you will provide leadership across all aspects of the service. From influencing infrastructure proposals during the planning process, managing assets, contracts and investment programmes, you will help turn strategic ambitions into successful delivery.

You will oversee the day to day operation of the streetlighting service, working collaboratively with partners and stakeholders to deliver a coordinated and customer focused approach. The role includes responsibility for maintenance programmes, contract management, statutory compliance and future investment planning, ensuring the service continues to provide value for money while supporting the Council's wider priorities.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering, the ILP Exterior Lighting Diploma, or a closely related discipline, together with a thorough understanding of electrical regulations and health and safety legislation. You will also bring significant experience in design and design assessment, streetlighting asset management, contract management and service delivery within a complex operational environment.

You will:

• Manage and develop the County Council's streetlighting service and technical team.
• Oversee the Council's streetlighting assets and associated investment programmes.
• Provide professional advice on streetlighting, illuminated signs and electrical infrastructure.
• Manage the Streetlighting Term Maintenance Contract and associated service providers.
• Work collaboratively with developers, Local Planning Authorities, consultants and elected Members to support growth and infrastructure delivery.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies and industry standards.
• Promote innovation, continuous improvement and best practice across the service.
• Build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Be able to balance strategic priorities with effective operational delivery.
• It would be beneficial to have previous local government experience, but it is not essential.

Benefits:

You'll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage:

Why work for us? | Worcestershire County Council

Some of these offers include:

Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you're successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!

Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.

Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.

Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work life balance where possible.

For further information please contact: Glenn Lucitt, Highways operations Manager: [e-mail]

Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: 4th October 2026

Anticipated Interview Date: 21st October 2026