Electrical Operative

Via East Midlands Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public infrastructure organization in Nottingham seeks an Electrical Operative to join their team based in Gamston. The role involves installation and maintenance of electrical highway assets, adherence to safety regulations, and accurate processing of work documentation. Candidates need a Full UK LGV Driving Licence, relevant qualifications in highway electrical systems, and knowledge of Health and Safety legislation. Competitive salary and career growth opportunities offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee discounts and benefits

Additional leave

Free onsite parking

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Hold a Full UK LGV Driving Licence.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation including Risk Assessments.
• Qualifications in highway electrical systems required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out installation and maintenance tasks on Highway electrical assets.
• Comply with all health & safety accreditations.
• Ensure all work is efficiently and safely completed according to specifications.

Skills

Full UK LGV Driving Licence

Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation

Knowledge / experience in Highway Electrical Installation

Ability to work at heights

Basic IT skills

Education

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in highway electrical systems

First Aid

New Roads and Street Works Act

Job description

Electrical Operative

Via East Midlands are currently seeking an Electrical Operative to join our Electrical team based out of our Gamston Depot.

Who we are?

At Via our work has never been more meaningful, and we’re proud to be shaping the future of highways across Nottinghamshire. If you’re passionate about making a real difference and want to be part of a team that values collaboration, care, and community impact, we’d love to hear from you.

As we continue to grow, we’re on the lookout for talented individuals in the Midlands. We believe diversity strengthens our team and enhances the impact we make in Nottinghamshire communities.

We deliver essential infrastructure, from road maintenance and construction to street lighting and fleet management—keeping Nottinghamshire’s highways safe, reliable, and built to last.

Your ideas, Your community, Your impact.

What you’ll do:

• Carry out installation and maintenance tasks on Highway electrical assets and support the chargehand and Highways Electrician on site.
• Comply with all nhss8, Health & Safety & Environmental accreditations, whilst maintaining a safe, secure, and healthy work environment for colleagues and customers.
• Ensure that all work carried out in is accordance with drawings, specification so that they are completed efficiently, effectively, safely and delivered within target.
• Ensure all paperwork and electronic data is accurately processed, for it to be submitted to supervisor for final approval. Liaise with Supervisor & Inspector regarding resolving any queries on site, to ensure the inventory/ project information is kept up to date.
• Be responsible for operating vehicles, plant, tools and equipment ensuring correct use and unnecessary damage, comply with daily routine checks, recording to legal requirements and reporting any damages or defects found.

What we’re seeking:

• Full UK LGV Driving Licence.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation including Risk Assessments and Method Statements
• Hold industry recognised qualifications; New Roads and Street Works Act, First Aid, Level 2 NVQ Diploma in highway electrical systems, (MEWP/ Lorry Loader advantage).
• Knowledge / experience in the use of plant, transport, materials and operations associated with Highway Electrical Installation and maintenance activities.
• Ability to work at heights.
• Able to understand drawings, follow verbal and written instructions, and to work as part of a team completing works efficiently and safely, including basic IT skills.

What can we offer?

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts and benefits
• Additional leave
• Free onsite parking
• Career growth opportunities within the company.

Ready to join us and make a positive impact? Apply now!