Street Lighting Egineer

Working on behalf of a Local Authority, Aatom Recruitment has a new opportunity for a Street Lighting Egineer on a 6 months contract.

Role purpose:

To take responsibility for the professional and customer focussed management of the Street Lighting function as well as contractors as necessary. Taking a lead role in the development, implementation and continuous improvement of all public lighting systems and maintenance. To provide an out of hours highway emergency service To manage and report on an allocated budget associated with the role.

Main accountabilities:

• Manage the maintenance and installation of public lighting on the highway
• Monitor the workflow and ensure a regular work programme.
• Ensure that all work is carried out according to the specification.
• Manage an out of hour’s highway Emergency Service and arrange adequate cover.
• Supervise external contractors
• Take responsibility for the financial management of public lighting
• Liaise with Asset Management team and provide information as required to maintain an up-to-date record of highway assets.
• To maintain an awareness of current legislation and technical developments relating to these services and advise senior management on how they effect service delivery
• To ensure compliance with the client’s systems for the implementation of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations.

Requirements:

• A sound understanding of customer care principles.
• A good understanding of IT and software packages.
• Substantial experience in the management of highway maintenance work e.g. public lighting, repair & maintenance.
• Experience in Highway emergency service provision.
• A sound knowledge of New Roads and Streetworks Act, Highways Act and Traffic Management Act in relation to these activities.
• Knowledge and understanding of Heath and Safety legislation.
• An understanding of site waste management issues.
• A proven track record of 10 years successful high quality professional and managerial experience in working with Street lighting.
• Local government knowledge.
• Proven ability to make accurate and considered decisions.
• A Driving Licence.

If you are interested, please apply or contact Pocholo for more information!