Highways Electrician

Embark on a Journey with Enerveo: Crafting Excellence for Over 25 Years

Enerveo is one of the largest contracting businesses in the UK, offering a broad scope of services including mechanical, electrical, high voltage, electrical vehicle (EV) infrastructure installation, test and inspection services, as well as street lighting.

Job Title:Highways Electrician

Base Location:Newquay, Cornwall.

Salary: £29,819 - £33,849 depending on skills and experience and working hours -Time Incentive Management (TIM) Bonus Scheme, plus a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.Van, PPE and tools provided.

Working Pattern:Full Time,37 hrs, Monday - Friday 8am-4 pm. Overtime there for those who want it

Enerveo have an extensive street lighting business that manages over 1 million street lights across the UK and Ireland and through design, project management, consultancy, installation, and maintenance we play a major role in reducing energy consumption and carbon footprints helping towns and cities become smarter, greener and more efficient which benefits us all.

Could you be our nextHighways Electricianto join the team and drive this success forwards?

What will I be doing in this role?

You will be joining a well-established team currently working on a LED replacement project throughout Cornwall as well as maintaining and installing streetlighting columns, traffic signals, CCTV and other highway electrical equipment.

In a typical day, you could expect to be;
Installation and Maintenance: Perform installation, repair, and maintenance of street lighting infrastructure across Cornwall. This includes lighting lanterns, cables, control panels, and associated electrical components.
Troubleshooting: Diagnose electrical issues and implement effective solutions to ensure the uninterrupted operation of street lighting infrastructure.
Testing and Inspection: Conduct testing and inspection of street lighting equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations and performance standards.
Emergency Response: Respond promptly to emergency call-outs, such as power outages or faulty lighting, and take appropriate action to restore service.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of work activities, including maintenance schedules, inspection reports, and inventory management on a tablet device.
Health and Safety: Adhere to strict health and safety protocols to minimize risks and ensure the safety of yourself and others while working on-site.
Collaboration: Coordinate with team members, supervisors, and external stakeholders to prioritize tasks, share information, and deliver high-quality services. What do I need to be successful in the role?
You will have an electrical background and will have ideally completed an NVQ Level 3 and AM2, and hold a City and Guilds 2391 qualification or equivalents
We work in all weathers So you need to be the type of person who is happy working outdoors all year round.
A lot of this role will be working at height, so you need to be comfortable with working in a MEWP above the ground.
We do need you to have a full UK Driving Licence as we cover a wide range of locations Some of our 'nice to haves' are:
We would look for you to hold IPAF working at heights training
It would be a benefit if you have a good knowledge of the 18th Edition
Completion of a G39 Electrical Safety in the planning, installation, commissioning and maintenance of public lighting and other street furniture training Course
An HGV Class 2 Licence We can however support the right candidate to achieve any level of industry training/qualifications they may not have in the 'nice to have' list

Here at Enerveo, we know that some applicants don't apply unless they think they tick all the boxes- but we are saying don't worry We would much rather see your application than risk missing out on your potential We know our strength comes from our differences and shared life experiences so we are committed to offering a safe work environment, where individuals are respected.

What are the benefits for me?

We know it's not all about the money, so why not take a look at our benefits to see what we can offer you?

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

Enerveo are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible. If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please (url removed)

If we make you a job offer, before commencing employment with us, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic DBS. Enerveo are committed to offering fair opportunities to those with previous criminal convictions and will consider each case on its individual circumstances.

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