Senior Street Lighting Technician - Flexible/Hybrid Work

Leicestershire County Council; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Hybrid working

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Senior Street Lighting Technician to lead capital and revenue lighting programmes and perform design calculations. You will inspect sites, arrange installations, and oversee maintenance and repairs of street lighting systems and illuminated signs across the area.

The role requires reading technical diagrams, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work with public clients and council staff.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 4 or equivalent in Electrical or a related subject.
• Experience in engineering settings including design, management, maintenance or admin.
• Ability to read technical diagrams and drawings with strong analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work in a team or independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver capital and revenue lighting programmes and designs.
• Conduct on-site inspections and manage installation, maintenance and repair.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure cost-efficient street lighting operations.
• Communicate with Councillors, clients and Leicestershire County Council staff; out-of-hours work as needed.

Skills

Engineering experience

Reading diagrams

Analytical problem-solving

Effective communication

Teamwork

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 4 in Electrical

Tools

Lighting Reality

CableCalc

Keylights

Job description

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Senior Street Lighting Technician to lead capital and revenue lighting programmes and perform design calculations. You will inspect sites, arrange installations, and oversee maintenance and repairs of street lighting systems and illuminated signs across the area.

The role requires reading technical diagrams, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work with public clients and council staff.