Pertemps are delighted to be working with our public sector client to recruit an Approved Electrician for street lighting on a temporary ongoing basis.
đź“Ł Role: Electrician Street Lighting
đź“Ť Location: Edinburgh West
đź•’ Hours: Monday to Friday (36 hours per week)
💷 Pay Rate: £17.72 – £20.83 per hour
đź“… Duration: Temporary ongoing
🔑 Start Date: ASAP
This role requires at least a Category B drivers’ licence – C1 desirable
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Are you an experienced Approved Electrician looking for a hands-on, outdoor role within a busy public sector team?
Pertemps are supporting our client in the recruitment of an Approved Electrician to join their Street Lighting & Signage service. This is a great opportunity to take on a key role maintaining essential lighting infrastructure across the city.
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About the Role
Working within the Roads Maintenance service, you will support the safe, efficient and high-quality maintenance of the street lighting assets. Your work will help ensure the safety, reliability and functionality of lighting across local communities.
Typical duties will include:
* Inspecting, maintaining and repairing street lighting installations and equipment
* Fault finding, testing, installation and commissioning to industry standards
* Working at height using Mobile Elevated Working Platforms
* Planning and prioritising workloads, identifying failures and taking preventative action
* Ensuring full compliance with health and safety legislation and wiring regulations
* Using mobile IT devices for job management and reporting
* Communicating technical information clearly and professionally
* Delivering a customer-focused service
This role involves outdoor work in all weather conditions and regular travel across the city.
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What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a motivated, safety-conscious professional who takes pride in delivering high-quality technical work.
Essential:
* Approved Electrician status
* 18th Edition Gold CSCS Card
* City & Guilds, SVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification
* Full UK Category B driving licence (C1 desirable)
* Experience using mobile IT devices for works management
* Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical information clearly
* Experience working in an organisation of similar scope and complexity
* Knowledge of CDM Regulations
* Ability to plan workloads and take proactive preventative action
* Ability to deliver customer-focused services
Desirable:
* IPAF certification
* 7.5 tonne licence (C1)
* Experience delivering large-scale public maintenance services
* Evidence of continuing professional development
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What We Offer
* For candidates who are working well in this employment, scope for a permanent position.
* A supportive, inclusive and professional working environment
* The opportunity to contribute to essential city-wide infrastructure
* A varied and rewarding role with real community impact
If you are an experienced Approved Electrician seeking a role where your technical skills make a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Apply today via this advert to be considered.