Street Lighting Electrician – Middlesbrough
Street Lighting Electrician – Middlesbrough
Facilities
-Middlesbrough, North East
-£18 - £18 per hour
Consultant name: Karen Chatfield
Call for more information on this position: 01619767330
Job reference: 000000000093515
Date posted: 03/03/2025
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PRS are recruiting for a Street Lighting Electrician to work on a street lighting contract, specialising in the maintenance, installation, and repair of street lighting across various locations in the North East. The ideal candidate will ensure that street lighting operates efficiently and safely, contributing to public safety and energy efficiency. This role involves routine inspections, emergency repairs, being on the on-call rota covering call-outs. Pay Rate is £18.00 per hour.
Job Specification:
- Install, maintain, and repair street lighting, including wiring, fixtures, and feeder pillars etc.
- Diagnose and resolve electrical issues in street lighting
- AM2 qualification, as well as 2391, since the person who fills this role will need to be an NICEIC Supervisor.
- Schedule inspections and test and inspect to BS7671.
- Operate mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs) to access lighting equipment at heights.
- Respond to emergency lighting issues, restoring service promptly to minimize disruption.
- Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair activities, including materials used.
- Test and inspect electrical systems in compliance with BS 7671 and perform tasks such as SWA jointing and installing cutouts etc.
- Participate in emergency call-out rota, (night work) for Redcar & Cleveland areas.
- Complete necessary documentation on electronic devices or paperwork, such as job sheets.
- If applicable Install traffic management (Chapter 8), including signage and guarding
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations, ensuring full compliance with relevant legislation.
- Protect the safety of the workforce, the public, and vehicles by ensuring that all works are properly secured and managed.
Skills, qualifications & experience
- Fully qualified electrician, holding an NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation, or equivalent qualification.
- 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations certification (BS 7671).
- Previous experience in street lighting, or similar work.
- City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent testing and inspection qualification.
- Strong understanding of UK electrical standards, particularly related to public infrastructure.
- Full, clean UK driving license, with a preference for candidates holding a category C1 license.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
If you are interested please apply now.
Karen Chatfield