Technician – Structural Testing of Highway Electrical Assets
Location: Suffolk (with UK-wide travel)
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Competitive
Our client, a leading civil engineering contractor, is seeking an experienced Technician to join their highways and infrastructure team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, travelling across the UK, and taking ownership of their work.
The Role
As a Technician, you will play a key role in inspecting and testing highway lighting assets, ensuring structural integrity, and supporting the safe operation of the UK’s road network. You’ll be field-based, visiting sites nationwide, and working independently while representing a trusted industry leader.
Key Responsibilities:
* Precision Testing: Conduct structural inspections, corrosion assessments, and condition testing on highway lighting columns.
* Data Integrity: Record accurate test results using electronic systems.
* Compliance: Work within UKAS-accredited systems to ensure all assets meet safety regulations.
* Asset Management: Assist in identifying, recording, and managing highway assets.
* Client Representation: Liaise professionally with clients, site teams, and colleagues.
* Health & Safety: Execute all tasks in line with strict H&S and industry standards.
Who We’re Looking For
* Proven experience testing streetlighting assets, particularly using dip stick systems.
* Valid HERS ECS Card and HEA NVQ Level 2 qualification.
* Strong technical knowledge of Highways Electrical systems and H&S legislation.
* Excellent independent work ethic and clear communication skills.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK.
Join a team where your work is challenging, inspiring, and part of transformative projects across the UK’s highways infrastructure.
Apply today and drive your career forward