Trainee Installer / Installer - Traffic Signals and Technology in Glasgow

• Trainee Installer / Installer - Traffic Signals and Technology

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Trainee Installer / Installer - Traffic Signals and Technology

Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom | Full-time | Hybrid

Company Description

SWARCO UK & Ireland – The Better Way. Every Day.

At SWARCO, we’re at the forefront of intelligent transport solutions, helping to keep people moving safely, efficiently and sustainably across the UK and Ireland.

Location: Glasgow

Reporting to: Service Delivery Manager

Business Division: SWARCO UK & Ireland

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Installer to join our team in Glasgow. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll play an important part in installing, refurbishing, repairing and commissioning traffic signals and urban traffic technology across customer sites.

If you have experience working on traffic signal installations or similar electrical infrastructure, and enjoy working outdoors, solving problems and seeing projects through from installation to completion, this could be the opportunity for you.

What you will do

As an Installer, you’ll be responsible for delivering high‑quality installation and commissioning work, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently and to customer requirements.

You’ll take ownership of your work on site, working closely with colleagues and project teams to ensure installations are completed to a high standard and handed over professionally.

Your role will include:

Installing and commissioning traffic signals and urban traffic technology

Delivering installation projects safely, on time and to the required quality standards

Taking ownership of your work on site and ensuring a professional customer handover

Working with project teams to identify and report any changes to project scope

Ensuring all work is carried out in line with SWARCO's Quality, Health, Safety & Environmental (QHSE) requirements

Completing worksheets, timesheets and project documentation accurately and on time

Ensuring vehicles, tools, equipment and PPE are maintained in a safe and serviceable condition

Working in accordance with project requirements, customer specifications and agreed methods of work

Representing SWARCO professionally when working with customers and other stakeholders

Profile

GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade C or above, or equivalent

Basic electrical knowledge

Basic understanding of traffic signal installation and theory, including phases, stages and detection

Mechanical aptitude

Good safety awareness

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Proactive approach with good attention to detail

Full UK driving licence

Right to live and work in the UK

Previous experience working on traffic signal installations or similar electrical infrastructure

Good understanding of traffic signal installations and associated equipment

Sector 8 accreditation, including relevant NRSWA, G39 and ECS qualifications

Experience working within the highways, ITS, electrical or related infrastructure sectors

What we offer

At SWARCO, we want our people to feel supported, valued and able to develop their careers. As well as a competitive salary and benefits package, you'll receive:

• Company vehicle, with the option for personal use
• 25 days' holiday, rising to 28 days, plus bank holidays
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Overtime and standby payments where applicable
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee discounts portal
• PPE and tools provided
• Training and development opportunities
• A supportive working environment where employee feedback is actively encouraged

SWARCO is an equal opportunities employer.

SWARCO UK
103 Buccleuch Avenue
G52 4LA Glasgow