Embark on a Journey with Enerveo: Crafting Excellence for Over 25 Years!
Enerveo is one of the UK's leading Highways Electrical contractors, delivering full-service street lighting and highway electrical solutions for local authorities and infrastructure partners. With expertise in lighting design, installation, project management, maintenance and the integration of smart technologies, we manage over one million street lights across the UK and help towns and cities become safer, smarter, greener and more efficient.
Could you be our next Electrician - Highways to join the team and drive this success forwards?
If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.
- Carrying out electrical testing of private network street lighting cable systems in accordance with company procedures and industry standards.
- Undertaking fault finding and diagnosis on private cable networks, identifying defects and recommending or carrying out appropriate remedial works.
- Recording and reporting test results accurately, ensuring all documentation is completed and maintained to the required standard.
- Assessing the condition of underground cable infrastructure and associated electrical equipment to support safe and reliable operation.
- Working closely with operational teams to plan and deliver testing programmes with minimal disruption to the public.
- Operating a Mobile Elevated Working Platform (MEWP) where required.
- Ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with the Electricity at Work Regulations, Health & Safety legislation, and company safe systems of work.
- Providing a high standard of customer service whilst representing the business professionally on site.
- Participating in the emergency standby rota where required to respond to electrical faults and emergency call-outs outside normal working hours.
What do I need to be successful in the role?
- A recognised electrical qualification, such as NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
- Experience of carrying out electrical inspection, testing and fault finding on low voltage electrical systems, ideally within the highways or street lighting sector.
- Knowledge of BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations) and electrical testing procedures.
- A good understanding of health and safety legislation, including the Electricity at Work Regulations and safe systems of work.
- The ability to interpret electrical drawings, cable records and test results.
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to accurately record and report testing information.
- A willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions and travel to sites across the contract area.
- A full UK Manual Driving Licence.
- A positive, safety-focused attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Some of our ‘nice to haves' are:
- City & Guilds 2391, 2394/2395, or equivalent Inspection & Testing qualification.
- Experience working on private network or street lighting electrical distribution systems.
- MEWP (IPAF) qualification.
- NRSWA Operative accreditation.
- G39 or experience working in the vicinity of live electrical equipment.
- Time Incentive Management (TIM) Bonus Scheme.
- A range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing.
Base Location: Fareham PO14
Core hours are Monday to Friday 07:30 - 15:30 with flexibility around start and finish times required due to the nature of the works - Out of Hours standby is also a requirement of the role, which is on a rota basis.
We can however support the right candidate to achieve any level of industry training/qualifications they may not have in the ‘nice to have' list.
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.
Next Steps: All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.
If you want to read more about our recruitment process, please click here - Candidate Journey.
Enerveo are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible. If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact .
If we make you a job offer, before commencing employment with us, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic DBS. Enerveo are committed to offering fair opportunities to those with previous criminal convictions and will consider each case on its individual circumstances.
How We Review Your Application: At Enerveo, your application is reviewed by People, not AI.
- Your application will first be reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition (TA) team. xiskglj
- 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.
Highways Electrician in Fareham employer: Enerveo Limited
At Enerveo, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the highways electrical sector, offering our Highways Lighting Operatives a supportive work culture that values safety and professional growth. Located in Fareham, our team enjoys a flexible working pattern, competitive benefits, and opportunities for further training and qualifications, ensuring that every employee can thrive while contributing to safer and smarter communities across the UK.
