Electrician

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking an Electrician to work with a Lancashire-based Local Authority on a temporary basis. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week (Mon – Fri).



The main purpose of the role is to maintain and review street lighting, illuminated road signs and bollards and associated electrical works in accordance with the relevant specifications / documentation.



Main Duties:



* Carry out maintenance and construction work on public electrical apparatus relating to the highway



* Ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation and all statutory obligations relevant to projects assigned, including adhering to BS 7671 IEE Regulation for electrical installation



* Understand, maintain and complete all documentation as required by the specification



* Drive / operate vehicles, plant and equipment associated with the role and carry out relevant maintenance



* Work alone or as part of a team, to assist in the maximum utilisation of street lighting equipment, plant and materials, to provide a cost effective best value service



Essential Criteria:



* Minimum 2 years’ experience in an engineering / street lighting environment



* Relevant knowledge of Street Lighting maintenance and / or new works



* Ability to diagnose and remedy electrical faults to specification



* Ability to install new external electrical works to specification



* Able to interpret detailed drawings and understand electrical networks



* Capability to work to deadlines and use initiative



If your skills match the above requirements, please apply with your up-to-date CV