Highways Electrician
Salary: Up to £48,000 (DOE)
Hours: 07:00–16:00
Hertfordshire
Site‑based role (no daily requirement to attend a depot)
Travel: Significant staying‑away required during initial project phase, then Local work
About the Role
We are seeking a fully qualified Highways Electrician to support major highways electrical projects. The successful candidate must be comfortable working away from home for extended periods during the initial programme, with work becoming more local thereafter. The Highways Electrician will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, testing and repair of highways electrical assets, ensuring all works meet industry and statutory standards.
Key Responsibilities
• Install, maintain and repair highways electrical systems and associated infrastructure
• Carry out testing, inspection and certification in line with statutory and industry requirements
• Work to HERS and sector scheme standards
• Complete works safely, efficiently and to specification
• Liaise with supervisors, project managers and clients as required
• Ensure accurate completion of job sheets, test results and compliance documentation
• Travel to sites across the UK, including regular overnight stays during project phases
Requirements
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Systems
• HERS Highways Electrician ECS Card
• Ability and willingness to work away for extended periods
• Strong understanding of highways electrical assets and sector scheme requirements
• Experience working on live highways or similar safety‑critical environments
• Full UK driving licence
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
• 714, 2391 or equivalent testing & inspection qualification
• G39 (or willingness to obtain)
Working Hours & Pay Enhancements
• Standard hours: 07:00–16:00, Monday to Friday
• Overtime rates:
• 1.5x for nights and Saturday daytime
• 2x for Sundays
• Staying‑away uplift: £30 per day
• Meal/expenses allowance: Up to £35 per day
Benefits
• Company van and fuel card provided
• 38 days annual leave, with the option to sell up to 10 days back to the company
• Long‑term local work once initial project phase is complete
• Opportunity to work within a specialist highways electrical team
About You
You will be a detail‑driven, safety‑focused Highways Electrician with strong sector experience and the ability to work independently on site. You’ll be adaptable, comfortable travelling, and committed to delivering high‑quality work in line with sector scheme standards. This role is ideal for a Highways Electrician who wants long‑term stability, strong benefits, and the chance to work on significant infrastructure projects
If you are interested in this role, have any questions or wish to apply, then please send us a copy of your and we will be in touch
Rob Utilise Recruitment