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Enerveo is one of the largest contracting businesses in the UK, offering a broad scope of services including mechanical, electrical, high voltage, electrical vehicle (EV) infrastructure installation, test and inspection services, as well as street lighting.

Job Title: Highways / Streetlighting Operative

Base Location: Leeds

Salary: Up to £25,839 (DOE) + Time Incentive Management (TIM) Bonus Scheme + overtime available

Hours: Full-Time | Monday–Thursday 7am–3pm, Friday 7am–2.30pm

Contract Type: Permanent

Enerveo have an extensive street lighting business that manages over 1 million street lights across the UK and Ireland 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 Operative, you’ll help deliver vital street lighting and highways electrical work, ensuring public safety and energy efficiency. Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Installing and maintaining street lighting, signposts, and signage

• Diagnosing faults and repairing electrical equipment

• Carrying out preventative maintenance and safety testing

• Operating MEWPs and HIABs safely and professionally

• Working to high standards under health and safety regulations

• Delivering excellent service to our clients and the public

What do I need to be successful in the role?

We’re looking for someone who is reliable, safety-focused, and happy to work outdoors year-round. You should also have;

• Comfortable working at heights (in MEWPs)

• Previous experience in civils or street lighting

• Full UK driving licence

Some of our ‘nice to haves’ are;

• HGV Class 2 licence

• IPAF or PASMA certification

• G39 Electrical Safety Training

• Experience in public lighting, highways maintenance, or infrastructure works

We value potential and attitude just as much as experience. If you're eager to learn and up for a challenge, we’ll support you with any additional training or qualifications needed.

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.

UK ONLY – Delete the below for Ireland

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 recruitment@enerveo.com  

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.