Traffic Engineer - Essex Region

Telent; Rayleigh; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an experienced Traffic Engineer based in Rayleigh, covering the Essex region. The role involves maintaining and rectifying faults on Traffic Signals and Lighting Systems. You will perform inspections, troubleshoot issues, and liaise with customers effectively. The ideal candidate should possess electrical knowledge, experience with Traffic Controllers, and strong communication skills. Benefits include ongoing training, holidays, and an inclusive work culture.

Benefits

Full kitted out commercial vehicle

On-call salary uplift

Ongoing training and development

26 days holiday plus public bank holidays

Pension scheme

Family friendly policies

Occupational health support

Discounts on Cinema and Shopping

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining Traffic Signals / Traffic Light Systems.
• Proficient in technical processes through job-related training.
• Strong communication skills for customer interactions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and rectify faults on Traffic Signals / Lighting Systems.
• Carry out planned maintenance and periodic inspections.
• Liaise with customers on-site for troubleshooting.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Traffic Controllers knowledge

Customer service skills

Education

NHSS / HERS accreditation

Tools

Traffic Signals Units

Traffic Light Systems

Job description

Traffic Engineer

Rochford, covering the Essex region (Field based). Full time, permanent. Telent is looking for an experienced Traffic Engineer with a proven track record of maintaining and rectifying faults on Traffic Signals Units / Traffic Lighting Systems. This is a field based role which will see you travel across the West Essex region in all weather conditions.

Reporting to the Contract Manager, the successful Traffic Signals Maintenance Engineer will be required to carry out maintenance works of Traffic Signals units / Traffic Light systems, detection boxes, Traffic Lights controllers, and get involved in planned maintenance and 'switch off' activities. Additional duties may include the commissioning of Traffic Signals / Traffic Lighting equipment if or when required. The successful Traffic Signals Maintenance Engineer will also be required to liaise with the customer(s) on-site, to fault find, troubleshoot, and rectify various issues and problems with Traffic Signals / Traffic Light systems and units. The Traffic Signals Maintenance Engineer will need to be flexible to travel across the Essex region. You will also be required to be a part of an on-call standby rota of 1-in-4 weeks (covering weekends and night time call outs if and when required).

When you join our Engineering Team at Telent, you'll be empowered to innovate and drive common solutions, working closely with technical experts who are proud of the impact their work makes. Come join a high-performing team doing complex and critical work. Help build and keep the nation's critical infrastructure connected and protected 24/7.

What you'll do:

• Follow all site specifications and ensure upkeep of quality and accuracy
• Demonstrate a strong following of all Health & Safety policies and procedures and be alert in identifying potential hazards by removing or minimising them wherever possible
• Apply proven Traffic Signals / Traffic Lighting maintenance experience to assigned works across the Essex region
• Work within the standard operating procedure, and follow scientific methods
• Carry out planned Periodic Inspections of Traffic Signals / Traffic Light Systems
• Attend reactive faults and planned periodic inspections as required by the contract(s)
• Interrogate all types of Traffic Controllers (Traffic Signals Controllers) and carry out fault analysis under supervision of a Senior Traffic Engineer
• Complete any maintenance works on Traffic Signals / Traffic Lights Systems in line with agreed schedules and SLAs
• Work outdoors in all weathers, and attend the Rochford depot from time to time

Who you are:

As the successful Traffic Signals Maintenance Engineer, you will ideally have previous and/or current experience working with Traffic Signals Units / Traffic Light Systems, maintaining them against technical specifications and be proficient in a range of technical processes and procedures, through job-related training and experience. Strong communication skills are also required for this position as you will be customer facing, alongside a strong customer service focus - this attribute is essential when it comes down to the success of our work.

Key requirements:

• Electrical knowledge or equivalent Traffic Signals Units / Traffic Lights maintenance experience
• Strong knowledge of and experience with Traffic Controllers, Switches, Detection Boxes, and any associated equipment relating to Traffic Signals Units / Traffic Lights
• Fully NHSS / HERS accredited through Sector 8 / Chapter 8
• Full UK Driving Licence holder

Telent - What we offer:

A career at Telent can span sectors, roles, technologies and customers giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver. We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone be themselves and to thrive at work.

Additional benefits:

• Full kitted out Commercial Vehicle
• A 1-in-4 weeks on-call / standby salary uplift
• Ongoing training and development
• 26 days holiday, plus public bank holidays, and the option to buy or sell five days each year
• Pension scheme
• A range of family friendly policies
• Auto enrolment onto the occupational health support and wellbeing portal
• Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping through the Telent Rewards & Discounts Scheme.

About Telent:

Telent is a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, support and maintenance, drawing on decades of experience in mission critical communications and technology of the UK's critical digital infrastructure. The work we do helps connect thousands of people and communities, using the best technology and innovation available. When you join us, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on all our futures by fulfilling your potential and delivering high performance. We work together to make everyday life work better for everyone. You'll be part of a team of more than 3,000 brilliant, dedicated people committed to getting the job done well.

Brilliance brought together.

We are guided by our values and behaviours:

• Be Inclusive
• Take Responsibility
• Customer focused
• Collaboration