Traffic Systems Apprentice: Build Safe, Smart Mobility

Yunex; Altofts; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £16,000 per year

Fully funded qualification

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible benefits package

Pension scheme

Exposure to diverse functions

Employee assistance programme

Learning and development opportunities

Professional qualifications

Career development support

Job summary

Yunex Traffic UK is offering an Apprenticeship programme designed to develop the next generation of engineers and maintenance professionals. The 3–4 year Level 3 Apprenticeship combines on-the-job learning with formal study, building practical skills and professional credentials from day one.

You will install, maintain and repair traffic signal assets and highway systems, learning to diagnose faults, work safely, and record asset data while gaining exposure to multiple business functions and

Qualifications

• 4 GCSEs at 4 or above, including Maths and English (or Functional Skills/ Apprenticeship equivalent)
• Desirable; a keen interest in Engineering
• Enjoy collaborating with others to find innovative solutions.
• Have a willingness to self-learn, research and take a creative approach to problem solving.
• Possess good organisational and time management skills to assist in completing the academic qualifications and occupational skills developments within this apprenticeship.
• Take ownership of challenges and ideas
• Be forward thinking and inquisitive.
• Willing to learn to drive if you do not already, with an ideal to be passed by completion of Year 1 of the apprenticeship (dependant on age of applicant)
• Have good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrate effective listening and teamwork skills, to create a collaborative work environment and strengthen relationships.
• Be IT literate; able to use Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair traffic signal assets, ancillary equipment, and highway systems, working independently or as part of a team.
• Diagnose and resolve faults, delivering both reactive and planned maintenance activities to agreed service levels.
• Complete remedial works following incidents, equipment failures, or damage.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards, specifications, and company procedures.
• Use tools, equipment, access systems, and manual handling aids safely and in line with training and risk assessments.
• Work collaboratively with customers, colleagues, and contractors on site.
• Accurately record and submit work details, clearance notes, and asset data using relevant digital systems.
• Support continuous improvement through accurate data collection and adoption of new processes and ways of working.
• Maintain compliance with industry standards, including HERS requirements, mandatory training, and relevant qualifications.
• Champion a positive Health & Safety culture through risk assessments, reporting, equipment checks, and safe working practices.

Skills

GCSEs 4+ incl Maths & English

Engineering interest

Collaboration

Self-learning

Organisational skills

Ownership

Forward thinking

Communication skills

IT literacy (MS Office)

Education

GCSEs 4+ incl Maths & English

Job description

Yunex Traffic UK is offering an Apprenticeship programme designed to develop the next generation of engineers and maintenance professionals. The 3–4 year Level 3 Apprenticeship combines on-the-job learning with formal study, building practical skills and professional credentials from day one.

You will install, maintain and repair traffic signal assets and highway systems, learning to diagnose faults, work safely, and record asset data while gaining exposure to multiple business functions and