Highways Lighting Operative (With HGV2)
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What will I be doing in this role?
Class 2 HGV Driver
(ideally with HIAB experience) to join our team at our Somerset depot.
The depot supports a wide range of contracts, including ongoing maintenance, new developments, and a large-scale National Highways South West Framework Agreement. This means you'll have the opportunity to work across a variety of projects, develop your skills, and gain additional industry qualifications to support your career progression.
In a typical day, you could expect to be;
- Supporting teams with the installation and maintenance of street lighting infrastructure and highway furniture, including street lights, signposts and road signage across major roads
- Diagnosing faults and assisting with repairs to ensure equipment is operating safely and effectively
- Carrying out equipment changes, maintenance and testing to help prevent future issues and maintain reliability
- Working outdoors in a physically demanding role, including working on public highways and in varying weather conditions with a team of Operatives and Electricians
- Delivering excellent service to our clients and the general public by completing work safely, efficiently and to a high standard
- Following strict health, safety and compliance procedures set by our clients and the business
- Operating a mobile elevated working platform (HIAB) safely and effectively
What do I need to be successful in the role?
- A valid Class 2 HGV licence
- The ability and willingness to complete National Highways compliance training once appointed
- A willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions, this is a role for someone who enjoys working outside all year round
- Flexibility to work out-of-hours and night shifts due to the nature of our National Highways contracts and the requirement for planned road closures. Any night working will be communicated well in advance, typically with 3-6 months' notice
- The ability to stay away from home when required, as our work covers a wide geographical area across the South West of England. Where overnight stays are needed, we provide accommodation and a food allowance
Some of our ‘nice to haves’ are;
- IPAF/ PASMA working at height training
- HIAB / Lorry Loader Operator qualification
- ALLMI (Association of Lorry Loaders Manufacturers and Importers) accredited training course
- NRSWA (New Roads and Street Works Act) qualification
- Completion of an Electrical Safety Awareness course (G39)
- CSCS card
- Relevant highways, street works or construction experience would be advantageous
We will support the right candidate to achieve any level of industry training/qualifications they may not have in the 'nice to have' list, so if this sounds like it would be for you- please apply!
Here at Enerveo, we know that some applicants don't apply unless they think they tick all the boxes- but we are saying don't worry! We would much rather see your application than risk missing out on your potential! We know our strength comes from our differences and shared life experiences so we are committed to offering a safe work environment, where individuals are respected.
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- If your experience and skills look to align with the role's requirements, your application will then be forwarded to the Hiring Manager for further review.
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