Loop Engineer Greater London & SoutheastUK-Leading Highways Technology & Infrastructure Provider!PAYE £40,000 basic with up to £56,000 including Shift Allowance & Overtime, Long-Term Framework Work, Nights & Weekends work AvailableBenefits: Company Vehicle + Fuel card, 25 Days Holiday (+BH), Pension, Training & Development, Private Healthcare Options, Gym/Weight-Loss Subsidy, Death in Service, Mobile Phone Allowance.The OpportunityWere supporting a major Highways Technology & Civil Engineering provider as they expand their Loop Engineering & Detection Installation team across Greater London and the South East.This is a stable, long-term role working on a prestigious national framework with excellent earning potential thanks to regular overtime, shift uplift, and consistent workflow across the M25 and wider network.Youll be carrying out loop installation, repair, fault-finding, and reinstatement works using hot bitumen, micro-trenching, and specialist detection technologies. Youll also work with a range of plant and equipment including saws, breakers, diggers, and reinstatement tools.Full training, development, and progression pathways are provided, making this an ideal opportunity for an experienced/ senior Highways Operative or Loop Engineer looking for long-term security and a strong annual income.The RoleAs a Loop Engineer, you will:Carry out loop installation, repair, and replacement works across the M25 and South EastComplete diagnostic fault-finding on traffic signal detection systemsInstall magnetometers, micro-trenched loops, and associated technologyOperate diesel, petrol, and electric floor sawsUndertake hot bitumen, hot/cold tarmac, and reinstatement worksUse hand-held and driven breakers, compaction plates, and vibrating rollersOperate micro/mini diggers and complete manual excavation using insulated toolsInstall temporary barriers and traffic/pedestrian segregationEnsure all works meet Highways Englands Safety, Customer, and Delivery imperativesMaintain high-quality workmanship and smooth handover documentationWork nights, weekends, and on live networks when requiredSupport internal and client audits to drive continuous improvementExperience Required for Loop EngineerYou must have experience in highways, civil engineering, or traffic technology works, ideally involving:Loop installation, repair, or reinstatementTraffic signal detection systemsHighway maintenance or technology installationUse of saws, breakers, diggers, and reinstatement equipmentWorking on live networks, roadside, or high-risk environmentsFault-finding and diagnostic work on detection systemsLoop Engineer Skills & CompetenciesStrong understanding of highway technology and detection systemsConfident operating plant, tools, and reinstatement equipmentAbility to diagnose and resolve loop and detection faultsComfortable working nights, weekends, and roadside environmentsStrong communication skills and a safety-first approachAble to follow technical drawings, method statements, and RAMSAdaptable and capable of delivering multiple activitiesESSENTIAL RequirementsECS CardStreet Works (Excavation & Reinstatement)Full UK Driving Licence (HGV desirable)5+ years experience in highways, civils, or detection worksWillingness to work nights, weekends, and on live networksAbility to pass a safety-critical medicalDBS checkStrong written and verbal EnglishRight to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)Desirable: SSSTS, experience with Highways England frameworks, traffic signals knowledgeIf you are interested in the Loop Engineer role or have any questions, please apply with your latest CV and I will give you a call to discuss the next step of your application. Please keep an eye out for my call and SMS once applying.Dom @ Utilise Recruitment .co .ukJBRP1_UKTJ