At a Glance
- Tasks: Support electrical installations and repairs for street lighting in Kingston and Sutton.
- Company: Join a leading company focused on public safety and infrastructure.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, extra day off on your birthday, and private medical care.
- Other info: Flexible working opportunities and comprehensive training available.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while developing valuable skills.
- Qualifications: 3 years of street lighting experience and relevant safety qualifications.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
You will be responsible for supporting electrical installations, repairs, planned maintenance, and new installations.
Responsibilities
- Assisting with the installation of signs / columns, bollards and associated equipment
- 24‑hour emergency response / out of hours standby
- Assisting with the installation of any new build works
- Carry out works as instructed by the site supervisor in a safe manner, within the scope of relevant duties
- Electrical inspection and testing, including periodic testing
- Fault diagnosis and repair
- Ensure vehicles are maintained to a high standard and that the vehicle defect sheet is completed correctly
Qualifications and Requirements
- Ideally 3 years of street lighting installation experience
- Must demonstrate good awareness of site and company rules
- Safe isolation / G39SWQR qualification
- MEWP operator
- ECS H&S test
- First aid (appointed person)
- Manual handling
- Preferable registration to Highways Electrical Level 3 NVQ
- CPC hours and DQC card – LGV licence
- Mandatory drugs & alcohol screening for all staff
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
- Option to buy additional annual leave
- Private medical care
- Pension
- Life assurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Shopping and restaurant vouchers, rewards, and discounts
- Training and development opportunities – comprehensive skills‑based training
- Family‑friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefit
- Flexible working opportunities
- Employee assistance programme
- Mental, physical, and financial support
- 24/7 virtual GP service
Electrical Operative in Kingston upon Thames employer: VolkerWessels
VolkerWessels is an excellent employer for those looking to advance their careers in rail infrastructure, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and quality. With flexible working hours and comprehensive training opportunities, employees can thrive in their roles while enjoying competitive salaries and generous benefits, including private healthcare. Located in Basingstoke, the company fosters a collaborative environment where project managers can lead impactful projects and grow professionally.
We think you need these skills to ace Electrical Operative in Kingston upon Thames
Electrical Installation
Repairs and Maintenance
Fault Diagnosis
Electrical Inspection and Testing
Safe Isolation
G39SWQR Qualification
MEWP Operation
