Trainee Traffic Installation Technician (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trainee Traffic Installation Technician to join their team in Gloucestershire. This exciting role offers the chance to work in the field, assisting experienced engineers in the installation and maintenance of traffic signals and lighting units. With structured training and opportunities for certification, you will gain valuable skills in electrical installations. The company provides a supportive environment with a focus on diversity and innovation, making a positive impact on communities across the UK. If you're motivated to learn and develop your career in engineering, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Fully equipped commercial vehicle

Fuel card

Full PPE provided

Overtime opportunities

Comprehensive training

Generous holiday allowance

Company pension

Health support

Discount schemes

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Interest in field-based engineering and electrical installations.
• Experience with electrical equipment is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced Traffic Engineers in installing and maintaining Traffic Signals.
• Participate in training to achieve relevant qualifications.

Skills

Electrical Installations

Communication Skills

Motivation to Learn

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Highways Electrical Installations

NVQ Level 3 in Highways Electrical Installations

Tools

Traffic Signals

Lighting Units

Job description

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

Overview:

Telent is seeking a Trainee Traffic Installation Technician to join our Traffic Signals/Lighting team in Gloucestershire. This field-based role requires a full UK driving license, willingness to travel across the region, and comfort working in all weather conditions.

Who We Are:

At Telent, you'll work with a team of traffic signal specialists, contributing to critical infrastructure. We offer structured training, including NVQ Level 2 and 3 in Highways Electrical Installations, and certifications such as ECS and NHSS Chapter 8.

Responsibilities:

• Assist experienced Traffic Engineers in installing, maintaining, and testing Traffic Signals and Lighting units.
• Participate in on-the-job, desk-based, and online training to achieve relevant qualifications.

Candidate Profile:

• Interest in field-based engineering and electrical installations.
• Experience with electrical equipment or relevant coursework is desirable but not essential.
• Motivated to learn and develop new skills.
• Hold a full UK driving license.
• Good communication skills and computer literacy.
• Willing to undertake Drugs & Alcohol testing.

Benefits:

• Fully equipped commercial vehicle and fuel card.
• Full PPE provided.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Comprehensive training and certifications.
• Generous holiday allowance with buy/sell options.
• Company pension and health support.
• Discount schemes and family-friendly policies.

About Telent:

We are a leading technology company supporting critical digital infrastructure across the UK, with a team of over 3,000 dedicated professionals. We value diversity, inclusion, and innovation, striving to make a positive impact on communities and individuals.