Technology Engineer – M25

Connect Plus Services; South Mimms; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a technical maintenance specialist for motorway communications. The role involves ensuring efficient operation and repair of communications systems, with responsibilities ranging from reactive maintenance to managing subcontractors. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in telecommunications engineering.

Benefits

Smart working with flexible hours

25 days paid annual leave (pro-rata)

Family-friendly policies

Pension, share incentive plan, and volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Qualified to HNC or B/TECH in electronics/telecommunications engineering or 5 years' experience.
• NHSS8 Certified with good knowledge of NH communications infrastructure.
• Experience in NRTS and communications systems like MIDAS, CCTV, VMS, etc.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fault/failure rectification and maintenance duties.
• Ensure systems are maintained within contractual requirements.
• Assist subcontractors and manage employer’s stores.

Skills

Communication Skills

Technical Maintenance

Customer Focus

Flexibility

Education

HNC or B/TECH in Electronics/Telecommunications Engineering

NHSS8 Certification

Tools

MIDAS

CCTV

Traffic Signals

Job description

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• Adhere to ‘Zero Harm’ safety process at all times.
• Provide a customer focused/service/commercial approach to work.
• Ensure systems are maintained and repaired within contractual requirements through efficient and effective working.
• Ensure NH Service Now data is captured and entered correctly and all data is accurate.
• Attend faults, knockdowns, etc., and carry out reactive maintenance including the reinstatement of sites, cables, and equipment damaged by others.
• Carry out fault/failure rectification and maintenance duties, included within the shift/on-call rota and/or out-of-hours maintenance within the contract response times.
• Provide technical liaison for third-party faults.
• Ensure all faults are repaired within contract timescales.
• Ensure all planned maintenance is carried out within contract timescales.
• Assist subcontractors as necessary for work on Traffic Signal systems and related equipment.
• Manage employer’s stores, ensuring all stock is booked in and out.
• Maintain the communications infrastructure to standard.
• Record and report health and safety concerns to your line manager ASAP.
• Manage time and vehicle efficiently whilst on the network.
• Provide a customer focused/service/commercial approach to work.

Who we’re looking for

• Qualified to HNC or B/TECH higher national certificate in electronics/telecommunications engineering (or an equivalent qualification), or 5 years’ experience working on motorway communications or closely related systems.
• NHSS8 Certified.
• Good knowledge of NH communications infrastructure and standards.
• NMCS 2 Communications experience, e.g., MIDAS, CCTV, VMS, ERTs, NTIS, HAWIS, Traffic Signals, etc.
• Good communication skills.
• Experience with NRTS and NRTS ways of working.
• Able to work in different areas of the network and be flexible on working approaches.

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting, and meaningful projects, developing, building, and maintaining vital infrastructure that supports national economies and communities.

We offer a full range of benefits, including:

• Smart working with flexible hours and up to 40% remote working where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro-rata).
• Family-friendly policies including 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave.
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes, and more.

About us

Connect Plus Services (CPS) combines the strengths of Balfour Beatty, Atkins, and Egis Road Operation UK. With around 600 employees across eight locations on the M25, we manage the operation of the M25 24/7, from routine maintenance to asset management.

Diversity and inclusion

We believe diversity and inclusion are vital for a successful, happy workplace. We are committed to growing our diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture. Learn more at balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion.

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence ‘Employer Recognition Scheme’ and encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we work to remove barriers for people with disabilities and long-term health conditions. Applicants with a disability who meet minimum requirements will be offered an interview. More info at disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk.

If you have feedback on our recruitment process, please share it at [emailprotected].

Note to internal CPS employees: Please apply through your parent company’s careers portal by entering the job title. If not advertised there, send your CV and the role title to [emailprotected].

We promote a diverse, inclusive community with family-friendly policies, flexible work arrangements, and employee networks supporting staff from all backgrounds. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.