[ref. k12711924] Weston-super-Mare - Career Graded Highway Electrical Technician/Engineer (Street Lighting)
About Us
North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to join our Highway Electrical and ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) team. Whether you are just starting or have experience looking to progress further, the role is available at many levels:
Trainee TechnicianTechnician
Senior Technician
Assistant Engineer
Engineer
Job Title and Salary will be dependent on qualifications, skills and experience.
The Highways Electrical and ITS Team are responsible for the maintenance, installation and repair of the Councils electrical assets which is split into two sides. The first being Street Lighting which also includes things like Illuminated traffic management, Subways, Festive Illuminates, Private Cable Network and supplies to other teams’ equipment.
The other side is Traffic Signals which includes permanent traffic signal junctions and crossings, Safety and Information signage and a Traffic Control system.
In this role, you will be working in the Street Lighting side of the team, and you will either be assisting or delivering day to day works and projects depending on your level.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems.Support Engineers in various projects and tasks from design to delivery.
Participate in training programs to provide continuous development of technical skills and knowledge
Carry out routine inspections of assets to assist in the design and delivery of projects or auditing of completed works by the contractor.Apply technical knowledge to assist in developing processes to deliver required outcomes within a service framework.
Assist in the handling of inquiries from the public and colleagues, preparing written replies where appropriate.
Communicate with colleagues and contractors through verbal and written reports and keep records of site visits and/or activities completed in accordance with procedures and guidelines.
Perform activities or services to assist colleagues and contribute to evaluating or monitoring their impact.
Communicate with colleagues and contractors through verbal and written reports and keep records of site visits and/or activities completed in accordance with procedures and guidelines.
A Valid driving licence is an essential condition for this role.
This position is currently based at our Castlewood offices in Clevedon. Please be advised that this office will be closed by 2025. Consultation is currently underway to determine the new location for colleagues based in Castlewood. This will be at Weston-super-Mare or within North Somerset.
About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about working in the Highway Electrical Industry, and who possesses the following skills and experience:
Level 3 – Trainee Technician
Essential Criteria: Good verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in using IT equipment and Microsoft Applications (Word and Excel)Good problem solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work well in a team environment and also independently.
Willingness to undergo further training towards electrical training/qualifications.
Demonstrate ability to work to set deadlines and manage own time effectively.
Desirable Criteria: Basic understanding of health and safety in the workplace
Level 4 to 7 – Technician to Engineer
Essential Criteria:
Essential/Desirable criteria at Level 3: Relevant qualifications and experience in an Electrical environment
Proficiency in AutoCADILP Lighting Diploma (Engineer positions)
Desirable Criteria: Previous experience in a Highway Electrical role.
Proficiency in other Highway Electrical IT applications, such as Lighting Reality
What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.
We offer: Competitive salary and benefits
Flexible working arrangementsLocal Government Pension
Opportunities for professional development
Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums
Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team
Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes
Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Gary Clare, Lead Engineer (Street Lighting), at gary.clare@n-somerset.gov.uk or 07881 944106.
We advertise our vacancies to attract candidates and not agency suppliers. If we need agency assistance, then we will contact agencies from our Preferred Supplier List. Any speculative CVs we receive will not be accepted as an introduction.
Important Information
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.
Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.