Embark on a Journey with Enerveo: Crafting Excellence for Over 25 Years! Job Title: Highways Lighting Operative Base Location: Leeds Salary: From £24,336 - £27,011 depending on skills and experience and working hours - Time Incentive Management (TIM) Bonus Scheme, plus a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing. Working Pattern: Permanent - Full Time; Monday – Thursday 7am-3pm, Friday 7am-2:30pm. Overtime there for those who want it. Enerveo have an extensive street lighting business that manages over 1 million street lights across the UK and through design, project management, consultancy, installation, and maintenance we play a major role in reducing energy consumption and carbon footprints helping towns and cities become smarter, greener and more efficient which benefits us all. Could you be our next Highways Lighting Operative to join the team and drive this success forwards? What will I be doing in this role? * As a Highways Lighting Operative, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of highway lighting systems such as streetlights, traffic signs and other street furniture. Some of your role will involve: * Operating a HIAB HGV to transport, lift, and position street lighting columns, bollards, and traffic signs * Installing street lighting columns and associated street furniture (non-electrical) * Carrying out excavation, groundwork, and foundation preparation for installations * Removing and replacing damaged or old columns, signs, and bollards * Using hand tools and plant equipment to complete installations to specification * Working closely with team members to coordinate site activities and minimise disruption to traffic and pedestrians * Ensuring all work is completed in line with health and safety regulations and site procedures * Maintaining accurate job records using handheld devices * Carrying out daily vehicle and equipment checks to ensure safe operation What do I need to be successful in the role? We are looking for you to bring your previous experience working in the electrical/construction industry, we would also love you to have: * Previous experience in highways, construction, or civils works * Experience operating a HIAB crane * A valid Class 2 (Category C) HGV licence * Strong practical skills, including excavation and installation of street furniture * Good understanding of site safety and safe systems of work * Experience using CAT & Genny * Knowledge of HSG47 – safe digging practices * Physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions * The ability to work at pace while maintaining high standards of quality and safety * Basic IT skills for using handheld devices to log work * Good communication skills and a team-focused attitude Some of our ‘nice to haves’ are: IPAF or PASMA or HERS certification G39 Electrical Safety Training Experience in public lighting, highways maintenance, or infrastructure works HIAB (ALLMI) certification Street works (NRSWA) qualification Installation of lighting columns and associated groundwork 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. New to the Industry? We’ve got opportunities for you too! We also offer entry-level roles for individuals looking to start a career in highways and street lighting. These positions are ideal for those with little or no prior experience and provide a great pathway into the industry. In these roles, you may be involved in: * Cleaning road signs and street furniture * Numbering and labelling lighting columns * Supporting experienced operatives on-site * Assisting with basic maintenance and inspections 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. What are the benefits for me? We know it's not all about the money, so why not take a look at our benefits to see what we can offer you? 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. 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 us. 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