Street Lighting Technician - Flexible Working & Onsite Impact

Leicestershire County Council; Mountsorrel; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Highway Technician to join the Structures & Street Lighting Team at Mountsorrel Depot. You will assist in lighting designs and calculations and carry out on-site inspections, installation, maintenance and repair of street lighting systems across the local area.

Work with engineers to ensure lights operate safely and cost-effectively. A UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required; some duties may occur outside normal hours at different

Qualifications

• GCSE Grades A–C in Maths and English.
• Experience in engineering setting including design, management, maintenance or administrative; street lighting or electrical services.
• Experience in working with public lighting systems, including luminaires, control systems and power supply, reading technical diagrams and drawings with strong analytical/problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, ability to work in a team and independently, strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise work.
• Willingness to work outdoors and in all weather conditions.
• Experience of office software (MS Office) and lighting design software would be beneficial.
• Ability to communicate with Councillors, public, external clients and Leicestershire County Council staff; engagement with meetings.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair street lighting systems, including luminaires, control systems, and power supply.
• Carry out regular checks and inspections of street lights to ensure correct operation and safety.
• Keep accurate records of work and report problems to the appropriate team members.
• Follow health and safety protocols at all times, ensuring work is completed safely and to a high standard.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Reading diagrams

Engineering experience

Organisational skills

Outdoors willingness

MS Office experience

Education

GCSE Maths and English (A–C)

Tools

Lighting design software

Job description

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Highway Technician to join the Structures & Street Lighting Team at Mountsorrel Depot. You will assist in lighting designs and calculations and carry out on-site inspections, installation, maintenance and repair of street lighting systems across the local area.

Work with engineers to ensure lights operate safely and cost-effectively. A UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required; some duties may occur outside normal hours at different