Street Lighting Operative

Street Lighting Operative

Salary: £31,301 plus excellent benefits and career progression.

Location: Greater Manchester / West Yorkshire (covering Rochdale, Oldham and Calderdale).

Overview

At E.ON Utility Solutions, we are proud to be one of the UK\’s leading street lighting contractors, delivering residential and industrial connections that support communities and infrastructure across the country.

Key Responsibilities

• The removal or decommissioning of assets as required.
• Work in connection with the installation and decommissioning of ALL associated street lighting equipment and EV connections.
• Driving general company vehicles.
• Excavation work for joint holes, columns, sign and bollard installations and associated cable runs.
• The safe use and operation of tools, equipment and vehicles associated with the role.
• Providing support to skilled and specialist operatives.
• Working in a safe manner and in accordance with Company Health, Safety, Environment and Quality policies and procedures.
• Complying with operational working practices and associated risk assessments.
• Taking full ownership for personal Health & Safety responsibilities.
• Mentoring young and vulnerable persons on site.
• Ensuring PPE is worn at all times.

Required Qualifications

• A current NRSWA operative qualification.
• A high degree of manual dexterity.
• The willingness to work unsociable hours if required by the business.
• The ability to understand and carry out work instructions.
• The ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team.
• The ability to communicate with colleagues.
• The ability to interact with the public in a polite and courteous manner while carrying out work.

Preferred Qualifications

• An appropriate G39, HESA 210 and 214 safe isolation qualification.
• MEWP CPCS qualifications appropriate to the role.
• Up to date UK Class II Driving Licence.
• CPCS Lorry Loader or equivalent.

Benefits

• Award‑Winning Workplace – proud to be named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 and the Best Place to Work for 16‑34‑year‑olds.
• Outstanding Benefits – 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a generous pension, life cover, bonus opportunities, and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax/NI savings.
• Flexible & Family‑Friendly – industry‑leading hybrid and family‑friendly policies, open to discussing flexibility options.
• Inclusive & Diverse – one of the UK’s only energy companies in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers, and winner of Best Employer for Women and Human Company of the Year.
• Support at Every Stage of Life – Fertility Friendly and Menopause Friendly accredited, with inclusive support for everyone.
• Accessible & Supportive – as a Disability Confident Employer, we ensure disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria move forward and receive required adjustments.
• Invested in Your Growth – inclusive talent networks and top‑tier development programmes to support your growth every step of the way.