Trainee Maintenance Engineer
Job Description
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.
Reporting into the Contract Manager, the Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer will join a talented team of Traffic Signals specialists in the Newcastle and surrounding areas. Due to growth and demand from our customer(s), we in a position to grow our Traffic team in this region.
What youll 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
Training isnt in a classroom, it is a healthy mix of on the job learning, providing you with an opportunity to work towards an NVQ in Electrical Installations and Sector based certifications such as ECS and the National Highways Sector Scheme (NHSS) Chapter 8.
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 thats working with outdoor lighting, CCTVs, controllers, detection boxes, telecommunications / radio equipment etc, or youve 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.
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.
Learn more about Telent:
Were 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.
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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 UKs 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, youll 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. Youll 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-focussed