Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer. Job in Newcastle Upon Tyne Education & Training Jobs

Telent Technology Services Limited; Wallsend; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services company in Wallsend is seeking a Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer to work with experienced Traffic Engineers on troubleshooting and maintaining Traffic Signals. The role requires a keen interest in electrical work, a Full UK Driving Licence, and willingness to learn through hands-on experience. Benefits include a company van, flexible holiday options, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Company Van

34 days holiday plus options to buy/sell

Company pension scheme

Occupational health support

Discounts on cinema and shopping

Qualifications

• Interest in troubleshooting and maintaining electrical equipment.
• Exposure to outdoor lighting, CCTV, or telecommunications equipment is preferred.
• Must be able to undertake Drugs & Alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, fix, maintain, and test Traffic Signals and electrical equipment.
• Collaborate closely with experienced Traffic Engineers.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Electrical testing experience

Problem-solving ability

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

Electrical course / diploma

Job description

What you\'ll do

As a Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer, you will work closely with one of our experienced Traffic Engineers to troubleshoot, fix, maintain, and test a range of Traffic Signals / Traffic Lights and electrical equipment that is associated with this, in the Newcastle and surrounding areas.

Who you are

You will naturally have an interest in troubleshooting, fixing, testing and maintaining Electrical equipment, and already have some exposure to anything electrical - whether that\'s working with outdoor lighting, CCTV\'s, controllers, detection boxes, telecommunications / radio equipment etc, or you\'ve had some experience via a College related course / Diploma.

Key Requirements

• Motivation and willingness to learn on the job and via online learning
• Previous experience of Electrical testing, maintenance, fixing or installing, or a holder of an Electrical course / diploma or similar
• Ability to problem solve and providing ideas - ultimately the job requires you to think outside the box, and working through "fault finding instructions"
• Full UK Driving Licence holder
• Able to and willing to undertake a Drugs & Alcohol test to ensure compliancy

What we offer

A career at Telent can span many sectors, roles, technologies and clients 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.

Inclusive culture

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 to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work.

The additional benefits with this role

• Company Van
• 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.

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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 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.