Job Overview:
FMJ Solutions is seeking a skilled and dedicated Highways Electrician to join our growing team. This full-time, permanent role offers the opportunity to work on essential street lighting and highways projects, carrying out electrical installation, maintenance, and testing across the UK. The ideal candidate will have experience in street lighting or highways electrical work, a valid HGV Driving Licence, and the relevant qualifications. We offer Visa Sponsorship for eligible international applicants.
If you’re passionate about working in street lighting and highways and have the required experience and certifications, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to advance your career with FMJ Solutions.
Highways Electrician (Visa Sponsorship Available)
Company: FMJ Solutions
Location: United Kingdom
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £20.00 per hour
Expected Hours: 50 per week
Key Responsibilities:
As a Highways Electrician, your day-to-day duties will include:
- Electrical Installation & Maintenance: Installing and maintaining street lighting, including LED technology and lighting columns.
- Testing & Inspections: Carrying out electrical testing and inspections to ensure safety and compliance.
- Asset Data Collection & Surveying: Collecting asset data, surveying locations, and ensuring proper records (e.g., TR22).
- Planned & Reactive Maintenance: Performing both planned and emergency maintenance on street lighting systems.
- Excavation & Reinstatement: Conducting groundwork, including excavation and reinstatement as part of lighting column installation.
- Working at Heights: Operating MEWP (Mobile Elevating Work Platform) to work at heights for installations and repairs.
- Emergency Call-Outs: Being available for emergency call-outs, standby, and occasional overtime.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Salary: £20.00 per hour based on experience.
- Overtime: Opportunities for overtime work when required.
- Bonus Scheme: Additional performance-based bonuses.
- Company Car: A company car will be provided for work-related travel.
- Company Pension: Access to a company pension scheme for future financial security.
- Free On-Site Parking: Convenient on-site parking at our offices and job sites.
- Visa Sponsorship: Available for international candidates seeking to work in the UK.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Street Lighting or Highways Experience: At least 1 year of experience in street lighting or highways electrical work.
- HGV Driving Licence: Required for driving heavy goods vehicles to and from job sites.
- C&G 17th or 18th Edition (or Equivalent): A valid qualification in electrical installation is essential.
- CSCS/ECS Card: Must hold a valid CSCS or ECS card for working on construction sites.
- Health & Safety Certifications:
- NRSWA Units 1 to 9 (Desirable)
- IPAF Qualified (Desirable)
- First Aid & Manual Handling (Desirable)
Desirable Qualifications:
- HIAB Operations: Experience in HIAB crane operations is a plus.
- G39 Certification: Experience with the safe operation of electrical networks is beneficial.
- HEA Approved: Approval for working on Highways Electrical Systems is desirable.
- Abrasive Wheels: Certification in safe use of abrasive wheels is beneficial.
Working Schedule:
- Monday to Friday: Standard 10-hour shifts, typically 50 hours per week.
- Weekend Availability: Some weekend work may be required.
- Overtime: Opportunities for additional overtime depending on project needs.
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary & Bonus Scheme: £20.00 per hour with performance bonuses.
- Company Car: Provided for all work-related travel.
- Pension Scheme: Contribute to your future with the company pension plan.
- Free Parking: On-site parking available at all work locations.
- Visa Sponsorship: For international applicants seeking to work in the UK.
- Company Events: Participate in company social events and team-building activities.
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