Amey
Provider of full lifecycle engineering, operations & infrastructure management services.
Electrician
Install & maintain street lighting, bollards, signs & feeders in Manchester.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The role of an Electrician on the Manchester Street Lighting account is to install and repair electrical equipment such as street light columns, bollards, signs, and feeders, following HEA and IEE 18th Edition wiring regulations. They will diagnose and replace failed components, address routine street lighting faults, and ensure the security of tools and materials. Their work contributes to the maintenance and enhancement of Manchester's street lighting infrastructure, improving safety and visibility for the community. The work is performed outdoors, often under varying weather conditions, ensuring that the street lighting system operates efficiently and reliably. • Install electrical equipment (street light columns, bollards, signs, feeders) per HEA and IEE 18th Edition regulations • Repair lanterns using interchangeable electronic components • Respond to routine street lighting faults • Diagnose and replace failed components • Excavate foundations for bollards and signs • Provide out‑of‑hours emergency service on call‑out basis • Secure plant, tools, materials; ensure safe vehicle use and PPE compliance • Work outdoors in varying weather and temperature conditions • Attend required training, occasional overnight stays, and regular toolbox talks
Key Responsibilities
- ▸equipment installation
- ▸component repair
- ▸fault diagnosis
- ▸emergency service
- ▸excavation work
- ▸tool security
What You Bring
• Hold a valid driving licence (essential) • Possess City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Installation • Hold Electrical Inspection and Testing (2391) or HERS/HEA qualification • Experience with electrical installations in public realm and highways • Knowledge of 18th Edition Wiring Regulations • Ability to work outdoors in challenging weather conditions
Requirements
- ▸driving licence
- ▸city & guilds
- ▸electrical inspection
- ▸highway experience
- ▸18th edition
- ▸outdoor work
Benefits
This position offers a competitive basic salary of £37,500 • £41,500, dependant on qualifications and experience. In addition, there are standby payments (on a 1 in 6 rota) and overtime compensation at 1.5 times the standard rate, with the potential to earn £50,000+. The standard weekly hours are 40 per week. Why Join Us? At Amey, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. We offer a competitive salary with annual reviews, clear career progression, fully funded CPC training, mentorship and leadership development programmes, a generous pension scheme, at least 24 days holiday plus bank holidays with the option to purchase five more days, flexible benefits such as additional leave, cycle‑to‑work and gym memberships, exclusive retailer discounts, and paid volunteering days to support community initiatives.
Work Environment
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