At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Road Lighting Team to install and maintain streetlights across Cumberland.
- Company: Cumberland Council, dedicated to community wellbeing and safety.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, permanent contract, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Work outdoors, embrace flexibility, and thrive in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community by ensuring safe and welcoming streets.
- Qualifications: Practical skills, understanding of safe working practices, and a collaborative spirit.
The predicted salary is between 28598 - 29540 £ per year.
Join our dedicated Road Lighting Team and help maintain over 35,000 streetlights and illuminated signs across Cumberland. As a Street Lighting Operative, you’ll carry out a variety of installation, maintenance and repair tasks, ensuring our streets remain safe, well-lit and welcoming for residents. The role includes:
- Cleaning and replacing lamps
- Installing columns and cabling
- Completing basic electrical testing
- Operating MEWPs
- Keeping accurate records
You’ll also support general highway maintenance during quieter periods and take part in out of hours duties, including winter service.
Job Details
- Salary: £28,598 to £29,540
- Hours: 37 hours per week
- Location: Dalston
- Contract: Permanent
This role is available on a permanent basis.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.
You’ll have a solid understanding of safe working practices, be comfortable using tools and plant, and able to work independently while delivering high quality results. Flexibility is key, as the role involves working outdoors in all weather and travelling across Cumbria. If you’re practical, reliable and want to contribute directly to community wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.
For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Simon Graham by email at simon.graham@cumberland.gov.uk
Street Lighting Operative - CMB2608e employer: Cumberland Council
Cumberland Council is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people at risk of exploitation. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and professional development, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and well-being. Working in the beautiful Cumberland region, staff enjoy a fulfilling career with competitive salaries and the opportunity to make a real difference in their community.
