Trainee Traffic Installation Technician - Hands-on field experience in a growing team (Previous[...]

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trainee Traffic Installation Technician to join their dynamic team in Exeter. This hands-on role offers the chance to develop skills in Electrical Installations while working on critical infrastructure projects. You'll receive structured training, including NVQ certifications, and gain valuable field experience alongside seasoned professionals. The company prides itself on fostering an inclusive culture where diverse ideas are celebrated, and employees are empowered to thrive. If you're eager to kick-start your career in engineering, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Fully kitted out Commercial Vehicle

Full fitted PPE

Overtime options available

Full training and access to NVQ training

34 days holiday including public holidays

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health support

Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants, and Shopping

Qualifications

• Interest in field-based Engineering and Electrical Installations.
• Motivation to learn through on-the-job and online training.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and test Traffic Signals and Lighting units.
• Work closely with experienced Traffic Engineers in the field.

Skills

Electrical Installations

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Field-based Engineering

Education

Electrical Engineering Diploma/Certificate

Tools

Tablet/Computer

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Trainee Traffic Installation Technician - Hands-on field experience in a growing team (Previous Relevant Experience is Required), Exeter

Client: Telent

Location: Exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description:

Trainee Traffic Installation Technician Gloucestershire, United Kingdom (On-site)

Telent is looking for a Trainee Traffic Installation Technician to join a talented team of Traffic Signals / Traffic Lighting specialists in the Gloucestershire area. Due to growth and demand from our customers, we are in a position to expand the Traffic team in this region. This is a field-based role – the successful applicant MUST hold a full UK driving license and be prepared to travel across the region and be comfortable working in all weather conditions.

Are you looking for an opportunity where you can develop your field-based, hands-on experience? Do you have Electrical Installations knowledge or experience? Do you hold an Electrical Engineering (or similar) Diploma / Certificate and want to kick-start a new career? Are you looking for an accredited and structured training programme to test and develop your knowledge?

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.

Trainee Traffic Installation Technician - What you’ll do:

As a trainee within our Traffic Signals team, a typical day would see you working closely with one of our experienced Traffic Engineers to install, maintain and test a range of Traffic Signals / Traffic Lighting units and all Electrical components and equipment that complement, in and around the Gloucestershire regions.

Training will not just be in a classroom; it’ll be a mixture of ‘on the job’ learning, desk-based and online learning, which will help you progress towards achieving an NVQ Level 2 in Highways Electrical Installations (led by LANTRA), then the NVQ Level 3, and finally, all Sector-based certifications such as ECS and the National Highways Sector Scheme (NHSS) Chapter 8.

Trainee Traffic Installation Technician - Who you are:

You will have an intrigue and interest in field-based Engineering and ideally already have some exposure to anything Electrical Installations focused – whether that’s working with electrical equipment, lighting, controllers, detection boxes, etc., or you’ve had some experience in a College course. If you don’t have experience and you are keen to start a new career, we encourage you to apply.

Trainee Traffic Installation Technician - Key requirements / behaviours:

• Motivation and willingness to learn through on-the-job and online learning
• Previous experience of Electrical installations or a holder of an Electrical course / diploma or similar
• Ability to problem solve and provide ideas – ultimately the job requires you to think outside the box, and work through “fault finding” instructions and specifications
• Hold a full UK Driving Licence
• Good communication skills and ability to use a Tablet/computer literate
• Able and willing to undertake a Drugs & Alcohol test to ensure compliance

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 rely on our committed Team to deliver.

We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, celebrating diverse ideas. We want everyone to be themselves and thrive at work.

The additional benefits with this role:

• Fully kitted out Commercial Vehicle and Fuel card
• Full fitted PPE
• Overtime options available
• Full training and access to Sector 8 / Chapter 8 certifications and NVQ training
• 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell days annually OR 26 days holiday, plus public holidays, and the option to buy or sell days annually
• Company pension scheme
• A range of family-friendly policies
• Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal
• Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants, and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme.

Learn more about Telent:

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We’re passionate about creating an environment that champions diversity and inclusion, where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are empowered to reach their full potential. People are at the heart of our business, and we believe that our teams should reflect the diverse experiences and backgrounds of the communities we support.

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About Us

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, Collaborate, Be Customer-focused.