Overview
Tra inee Technician, Swansea, Competitive Salary
Looking for a hands-on role with a leading company in intelligent transport solutions? SRL are at the forefront of traffic management innovation, providing temporary traffic systems like portable signals, message boards, and CCTV. Our mission is to create safer, more efficient roads through sustainable solutions.
About the Role
The Primary role of a Technician is to support the depot daily and, on a rota’d, out of hours on call with delivery and setup of portable traffic lights and collections. Carry out battery exchanges on site, along with carrying out inspection and repairs of our TFL hire fleet and trailer hire fleet in our own depots as well as at our customers locations and sites. To meet objectives and targets set by the Regional Manager.
PPE, a mobile phone, company van and a fuel card will be provided. Hours of work will be 42.5 weekly. Overtime will be applied on an as and when required basis. On call rota between the Technicians is expected on a rota basis to meet the depot requirements. Shift pattern: 8am - 5pm Monday to Friday. Overtime, on call rates and fixed price rates are all claimable and can be discussed further during the interview process.
Key Accountabilities
* Ensure safety of yourself, colleagues and clients in depots and at customer sites; maintain high housekeeping standards.
* Follow environmental responsibilities to prevent or minimise pollution incidents.
* Follow health and safety procedures and identify hazards to minimise risk.
* Support a "Don’t walk by" culture by reporting near misses to prevent accidents.
* Read, sign, and comply with toolbox talks, risk assessments, method statements and COSHH assessments.
* Conduct yourself courteously and professionally at client sites; follow local site rules.
* Build and maintain professional relationships with colleagues across departments.
* Perform safe working procedures and full inspection, service and repair of the hire fleet.
* Complete relevant inspection paperwork and identify wear, tear and customer damage.
* Maintain vehicle cleanliness and legal compliance; carry out daily checks on tools and spares stock.
* Ensure SRL checked equipment is fit for purpose and quarantined if not until repairs are carried out.
* Liaise with customers before and after visits; complete all relevant paperwork and obtain signatures/POs as required.
* Work safely, wear PPE, and keep the work area tidy.
* Maintain van spares stock levels and replenish when required; represent the company in a smart, professional manner.
* Support the training team to develop skills to perform duties safely and professionally.
* Perform other appropriate duties as assigned by the line manager.
Key Skills
* Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
* Full driving licence - No more than 6 points (Mandatory)
* Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills; ability to adapt to changing demands.
* Resourceful with strong problem-solving abilities.
* Ability to deliver an excellent customer experience internally and externally.
* Safety-focused with a high priority on personal and team safety.
* Reliable, flexible team player; organised and proactive.
* This is a physically demanding role.
* Enthusiastic and collaborative approach.
* Basic electrical skills.
* Understanding of testing and repairs processes.
* Experience with stock control.
* Experience driving larger vehicles (vans) and towing trailers.
Qualifications
* GCSE grade C (4) in English and Maths.
What’s in it for You
* Company Vehicle & Fuel Card (if applicable to your role)
* Laptop / Mobile phone (if applicable to your role)
* Overtime and On Call opportunities; performance-based incentives
* PPE Provided (if applicable to your role)
* Company pension
* Free confidential health, wellbeing and legal support
* Access to People Safe and Wisdom apps
* Training & Personal Development
* Flexible working (if applicable to your role)
* Refer a Friend scheme with potential earnings
In return for your proven skills and experience, you will join a supportive team empowered to express ideas and make improvements.
Diversity, equity and inclusion are core values at SRL Traffic Systems. We are an equal opportunities employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other status protected by law. If you require adjustments, we are happy to discuss that with you. Please contact our HR team in confidence.
What you will need and what you need to know
* A valid driving license with no more than 6 points (if applicable)
* Ability to use technology (laptop/tablet/mobile)
* Willingness to travel regionally/nationally as required (if applicable)
* We conduct comprehensive D&A testing for all new starters to uphold safety, compliance and well-being
How to Apply
Please complete our application process for consideration. Our recruitment team will be in touch should you meet the requirements for the role you have applied to.
Senioritiy level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Distribution, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain
* Industries: Public Safety
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