Trainee Technician

Ecruit; Hindley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing transport solutions company is seeking a Trainee Technician to support depot operations and enhance customer service. Responsibilities include delivering and setting up portable traffic lights, collecting equipment, and performing battery exchanges. The ideal candidate will have a full UK driving licence and be physically fit for this hands-on role. Comprehensive training and various benefits, including a competitive salary and 25 days holiday, are offered to support your development.

Benefits

Company vehicle and fuel card

PPE

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life cover benefit

Free health, wellbeing, and legal support

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence (max 6 points) required.
• Practical, resourceful, and safety conscious.
• Comfortable with hands-on work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and set up portable traffic lights.
• Collect equipment and perform on-site battery exchanges.
• Inspect and repair the hire fleet.

Skills

Team player

Comfortable with technology

Physically fit

Basic electrical skills

Job description

Trainee Technician – Build Your Career with SRL Traffic Systems

Looking for a hands‑on role where you can grow, learn, and make a real impact?

At SRL Traffic Systems, we're leading the way in intelligent transport solutions, providing temporary traffic systems like portable signals, message boards, and CCTV. Our mission is simple : create safer, more efficient roads through sustainable, market‑leading technology.

If you're ready for a role that's active, challenging, and rewarding, look no further.

Why Join Us?

At SRL, we don't just offer jobs - we offer careers. You'll receive full training, ongoing development, and the chance to progress within a growing business. We believe in investing in our people, so you can build skills, confidence, and a future with us.

About the Role

As a Trainee Technician, you'll play a key role in supporting our depot operations and delivering exceptional service to customers.

Hours

Monday–Friday, 8 : 00 AM–5 : 00 PM, plus overtime and out‑of‑hours on‑call, on a rota basis.

Work

Deliver and set up portable traffic lights, collect equipment, perform on‑site battery exchanges, and inspect / repair our hire fleet.

Travel

You'll visit customer sites using a company vehicle - so a

full driving licence is essential .

This is a physically demanding role, lifting and carrying heavy equipment outdoors in all weather conditions. If you enjoy being active and working in varied environments, you'll thrive here.

What We're Looking For

• A team player who is comfortable with also working independently when required.
• Full UK driving licence (max 6 points).
• Practical, resourceful, and safety conscious.
• Physically fit and ready for hands‑on work.
• Comfortable with technology and eager to learn.
• (Basic electrical skills and experience with vans / trailers are a bonus.)

What We Provide

• Full, comprehensive training over in our Solihull depot.
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Mobile phone, where applicable to your role.
• PPE.
• Overtime and on‑call earning potential.
• Access to the People Safe app for workplace and personal safety.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Life cover benefit.
• Free confidential health, wellbeing, and legal support through the Wisdom app.

Ready to Build Your Future?

It'll take just a couple of minutes to apply, taking your first steps toward a career where development, safety, and teamwork come first.

Our recruitment process includes a phone screening followed by an on‑site interview.

SRL Traffic Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and inclusion and will make reasonable adjustments during the process if requested.