Job Description: Traffic Engineer
Location: Micklefield depot, West Yorkshire coverage (Field based)
Position: Full time, permanent
Telent is seeking to expand its West Yorkshire Traffic Engineering team due to growth and increased customer demand. We are looking for an experienced Traffic Engineer with a proven track record in maintaining and repairing Traffic Signal Units / Traffic Lighting Systems. This is a field-based role requiring travel across the West Yorkshire region in various weather conditions.
Reporting to the Contract Manager, the successful candidate will carry out maintenance of Traffic Signal units, Traffic Light systems, detection boxes, and controllers, including planned maintenance and 'switch off' activities. Additional responsibilities may include the commissioning of Traffic Signals / Traffic Lighting equipment as needed.
The role involves liaising with on-site customers to fault find, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with Traffic Signals / Traffic Light systems and units.
The role requires flexibility to travel across areas such as Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, Kirklees, and Calderdale. The candidate will also participate in an on-call standby rota (1-in-4 weeks), covering weekends and night-time call-outs.
Joining our Engineering Team at Telent means working closely with technical experts, driving innovation, and contributing to critical infrastructure that connects and protects the nation 24/7.
Responsibilities include:
1. Following site specifications to maintain quality and accuracy
2. Adhering to Health & Safety policies and identifying hazards
3. Applying traffic signal maintenance experience across the West Yorkshire region
4. Following standard operating procedures and scientific methods
5. Conducting periodic inspections of Traffic Signal systems
6. Attending reactive faults and inspections as required
7. Fault analysis on Traffic Controllers under supervision
8. Completing maintenance tasks in line with schedules and SLAs
9. Working outdoors in all weather conditions and attending the Micklefield depot as needed
Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate will have experience with Traffic Signal Units / Traffic Light Systems, technical proficiency, and strong communication skills, especially in customer-facing roles. A customer service focus is essential.
Key Requirements:
* Electrical knowledge or equivalent experience in Traffic Signals maintenance
* Experience with Traffic Controllers, Switches, Detection Boxes, and related equipment
* Fully NHSS / HERS accredited (Sector 8 / Chapter 8)
* Full UK Driving Licence
What We Offer:
A career with Telent offers development opportunities across sectors and technologies, with ongoing training, a supportive culture, and various benefits including a fully equipped vehicle, on-call salary uplift, holiday options, pension, health support, and discounts.
About Telent:
Telent is a leading technology company specializing in mission-critical communications and digital infrastructure support across the UK. Join us to make a real impact and be part of a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals.
Our Values:
* Be Inclusive
* Take Responsibility
* Customer Focused
* Collaboration
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