Street Lighting Technician: Install & Maintain Assets

EQUANS; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days leave

Aviva Private GP consultations

Westfield Health cash plan

Gym membership discount

Pension

Company share scheme

Employee discount shopping schemes

Job summary

Equans is seeking a General Operative to support the Kent LED street lighting contract from our Sittingbourne depot. You will assist with installation, fault-finding, and maintenance of street lighting assets, while upholding safety policies and BS7671 standards.

The role requires man‑handling tools, PPE discipline, and accurate record-keeping. Ideal candidates hold GCSEs in Maths/English/Science, an ECS Card, and a full UK driving licence, with willingness to learn further qualifications.

Qualifications

• GCSEs Maths, English and Science at grade 4/C or above.
• ECS Card held and valid.
• Full clean UK driving licence required.
• Willingness to progress and obtain relevant qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Install & maintain street lighting assets (columns, lanterns, cabling, EV chargers) and related control gear.
• Carry out fault-finding, basic electrical checks, and safety compliance.
• Prepare tools/equipment; keep work areas and vehicles safe and tidy.
• Record work completed, materials used, and asset data on handheld devices or job sheets.
• Interact professionally with the public, colleagues and contractors on site.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Safety awareness

Customer interaction

Team collaboration

Record keeping

Education

GCSEs Maths, English & Science (4/C+)

ECS Card

Full UK driving licence

Tools

BS7671 Level 2

BS7671 Level 3

2391 Electrical test & Inspection

714 Test & Inspection

Job description

Equans is seeking a General Operative to support the Kent LED street lighting contract from our Sittingbourne depot. You will assist with installation, fault-finding, and maintenance of street lighting assets, while upholding safety policies and BS7671 standards.

The role requires man‑handling tools, PPE discipline, and accurate record-keeping. Ideal candidates hold GCSEs in Maths/English/Science, an ECS Card, and a full UK driving licence, with willingness to learn further qualifications.