Street Lighting & Highways Technician

SSE Contracting; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK contracting firm in Leeds is seeking a dedicated Highways Labourer to support street lighting and highways electrical work. Your role involves installing and maintaining lighting equipment, diagnosing faults, and ensuring public safety and energy efficiency. The ideal candidate should have at least a year of practical experience in civil engineering and a full UK driving licence. The job offers full-time hours with a competitive salary and opportunities for additional training and development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months of practical experience in civil engineering or civils site work.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Installing and maintaining street lighting signposts and signage.
• Diagnosing faults and repairing electrical equipment.
• Carrying out preventative maintenance and safety testing.
• Operating MEWPs and HIABs safely and professionally.

Skills

Reliable

Safety-focused

Practical experience in civil engineering

Full UK driving licence

Tools

HGV Class 2 licence

IPAF or PASMA certification

G39 Electrical Safety Training

Job description

A leading UK contracting firm in Leeds is seeking a dedicated Highways Labourer to support street lighting and highways electrical work. Your role involves installing and maintaining lighting equipment, diagnosing faults, and ensuring public safety and energy efficiency. The ideal candidate should have at least a year of practical experience in civil engineering and a full UK driving licence. The job offers full-time hours with a competitive salary and opportunities for additional training and development.