Electrical Operative

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Electrical Operative to join our Walsall Street Lighting account (WS108JR)

The Role:

The main function of an Electrical Operative is to install, maintain, and test electrical systems, especially street lighting. This role enhances public safety by ensuring well-lit roads and public areas, reducing accidents.

Supporting the Walsall Street Lighting account, Electrical Operatives ensure all systems meet standards, enhancing reliability and efficiency.

The standard hours of work are 40 hours per week (Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4pm)

 There will be additional overtime, and a call out rota of every 1 in 4 weeks (details to be confirmed at interview stage)

What you’ll do:

• Assist in the electrical testing of street lighting apparatus and cables.
• Install electrical equipment including LED lanterns.
• Excavate holes for foundations and complete required electrical test sheets and work records.
• Work at heights of up to 12 metres and perform physically demanding tasks including digging.
• Ensure regular contact with Statutory Undertakers’ operatives and members of the public, and be responsible for the security of plant, tools, and materials.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations, including wearing all PPE, and be prepared to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

What we can offer you:

When you join us, we can offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers and we have a competitive reward and benefits program

• Career Development - Exceptional development and progression plan including:
  • HGV Class 2 & HIAB Operator
  • Future enrolment on to the Duke of Edinburgh
  • IPAF license category 1B (This will allow you to operate MEWP’s)
  • Traffic Management Chapter 8 (Setting up of traffic cones, safe working etc)
  • Self-Isolation & G39 (This will allow you to work on the columns & the assets around the network safely)
  • Additional training such as manual handling, handheld tools, reversing vehicle
• Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
• Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership
• Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. It includes healthcare, free GP service, dental vouchers
• Social Value - You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives

What you’ll bring:

Essential:

• Full UK driving licence (HGV License preferable)
• Must be able to work outdoors in challenging weather conditions

Desirable:

• Experienced working with electrical installations within the public realm & highways  
• City & Guilds Level 2 or equivalent in Electrical Installation
• Have relevant CSCS / ECS Card
   

Application Guidance:

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Please contact our recruitment team at kayla.caruth@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs and reasonable adjustments that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.

Apply today – We are excited to hear from you!

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