Lighting Technician

Derby, England, United Kingdom

12/17/2024

Job Summary

Are you looking to move into a technical field with on-the-job training? Do you enjoy being independent and working outdoors? Then this role might just be for you. As a Lighting Technician, you will work closely with the wider team and the majority of the workload will consist of travelling and working on-site. We offer a competitive salary for this role, with scope for significant increase with overtime and allowances. Kiwa, is a global top 20 leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification. Our company motto is: We create trust. We want you to trust us with becoming your employer of choice.

About The Role

The main purpose of our Lighting Technicians is carrying out inspection and testing services, mainly on street lighting for the highways industries across the UK.

Your Daily Tasks Will Consist Of The Following Components

• Structural inspection and testing of highway lighting columns
• Communicating and liaison with clients and colleagues
• Recording accurately electronic test results to a high standard for reporting
• Working with our UKAS accredited systems
• Data collection of highway assets
• Corrosion investigation
• Be the face of Kiwa CMT when on site with customers
  
  

Do you have what it takes?

• Hold a Full UK Valid driving license, as you will be using company vehicles to travel and from client sites.
• Able to learn with on-the-job training
• Be able to work with a varied workload
• Demonstrate an interest in the field of work
• Experience in a similar or cross over role is desirable but not essential
• Training will be provided to achieve a HERS ECS card and the HEA NVQ level 2 qualification.
• Communication is key for this role; you will be able to make an impact and work well within a team.
• Willing to work away from home for short periods (estimated 1 week per month, Monday-Friday). Occasional nights with overtime allowance.
  
  

What can you expect from us in return?

• £25,389 per annum, plus overtime (reviewed after 3 months training)
• Generous Annual Leave - Starting at 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy additional leave and increased entitlement with length of service
• 38.75 hours per week - Monday to Friday, field-based role
• Enhanced Family Leave - Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave with 6 months full pay, plus 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave
• Milestone Rewards - paid and unpaid sabbaticals, charity donations, personal gifts, and retail vouchers
• Salary Reviews
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Enhanced Pension Contributions
• Life Assurance - 4x your annual salary
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Confidential support, advice, and counselling available 24/7, 365 days a year
• 24/7 GP Service - Access to medical advice anytime
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers - Supporting your health and well-being
• Welcome Pack - Filled with company-branded goodies to kickstart your journey with us
  
  

At Kiwa, we deliver results driven by our core values: Ambitious, Reliable, and Engaged the principles that guide how we work with colleagues, customers, and everyone we encounter. We are committed to fostering personal development, encouraging you to be ambitious, explore new ideas, and contribute to making the world a safer, more sustainable place. Here, you’ll thrive in a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for growth and self-development.

As an equal opportunity employer, Kiwa celebrates diversity and is dedicated to building an inclusive, supportive workplace. We embrace flexibility in hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds globally, ensuring a work environment free from prejudice, discrimination, and intimidation. Inclusivity and equality are core to who we are, and we uphold these values without exception.

If you have any questions about this role and would like to speak a member of the Talent Team, please e-mail us at uk.careers@kiwa.com.