MEWP Operator

Marston Holdings Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading traffic management solutions provider in London is seeking a MEWP Operator to operate mobile elevated work platforms for traffic enforcement projects. You will install, maintain, and remove systems across the UK, ensuring safety and compliance. The role requires valid IPAF certification and a full UK driving license. With a competitive salary of £38,000 per annum, the position offers opportunities for professional growth along with additional family-friendly benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity package

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Health and wellbeing discounts

Company Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Valid IPAF Operator Certification needed.
• Experience working in roadside or telecoms environments is required.
• Candidates must hold a full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Operate Mobile Elevated Work Platforms safely.
• Install and remove Videalert and Vortex Edge systems.
• Conduct pre-use inspections of equipment.
• Maintain accurate site records and logs.

Skills

Valid IPAF Operator Certification (Category 1b/3b)

Full UK Driving Licence

Experience operating cherry pickers or MEWPs

Basic CCTV knowledge

Awareness of risk assessments

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Excellent safety awareness and attention to detail

Strong understanding of working at height protocols

Good problem-solving skills

Physically capable of working at height safely

Job description

MEWP Operator

Location: London-based with UK-wide travel

Salary: £38,000 per annum

Please Note: This position involves flexibility, early morning starts, and UK-wide travel (primarily within London), with occasional overnight stays. You will also need to be able to park the company vehicle at your home, either on a private driveway or safely on the road outside. Please note that the vehicle must not be used for personal use.

The successful candidate must hold a Valid IPAF Operator Certification (Category 1b/3b).

Are you a skilled MEWP operator looking to take your career to new heights? Join our team delivering high-quality traffic enforcement and monitoring systems across local authority networks!

As a MEWP Operator, you’ll play a vital role installing, maintaining, and removing Videalert and Vortex Edge roadside systems on street lighting columns and other infrastructure. Your expertise will ensure our projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operate Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs) safely and efficiently in line with IPAF and HERS standards.
• Install and remove roadside and pole-mounted Videalert and Vortex Edge systems.
• Conduct pre-use inspections of MEWPs and tools, reporting any issues promptly.
• Follow detailed work instructions and route plans to complete daily tasks efficiently.
• Work in pairs or small teams, coordinating to ensure safe and effective operations.
• Deploy Traffic Management correctly, ensuring safe layouts and signage.
• Maintain accurate site records, inspection logs, and time documentation.
• Adhere to all Health & Safety and Working at Height procedures, including PPE and risk assessments.
• Represent the company professionally in public-facing environments.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Valid IPAF Operator Certification (Category 1b / 3b)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Experience operating cherry pickers or MEWPs in roadside, electrical, or telecoms environments
• Basic CCTV knowledge and network connectivity understanding
• Awareness of risk assessments and on-site safety practices
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Excellent safety awareness and attention to detail
• Strong understanding of working at height protocols and traffic management principles
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Physically capable of performing manual tasks and working at height safely

Desirable:

• G39 Electrical Safety Training
• HERS-approved Safe Electrical Isolation Training (or equivalent)
• ECS or CSCS card
• Experience with ITS, ANPR, or CCTV roadside systems

What’s in it for you?

• Full Time, Permanent
• Salary - £38,000 per annum
• Leave Benefits: Competitive -we all deserve toenjoy a break from work
• Family Friendly Benefits:enhanced Maternity & Paternity package(subject to eligibility criteria)
• Health and Wellbeing:full access to ourEmployee Assistance Programme,Wellbeing HubandGym Discounts becauseyour health and wellbeing is important to us.
• Employee Perks:enjoy online and instore discounts and perksfrom your favourite retail shops, travel and social places
• Company Pension Schemewe'll help yousave for your future

If this sounds like the job for you, please apply!

A bit about us:

Marston Holdings are continually expanding, and part of our growth is our Technology side of the business where we have attained Videalert and Vortex. Together we are the UK’s leading supplier of intelligent traffic enforcement and management solutions and leading provider of smart city solutions that deliver the highest productivity at the lowest operational cost. We provide environmental sensors, networks, and data solutions to support decarbonisation efforts globally. We drive real environmental change by leveraging the power of real-time data with cleantech technologies.

New starters will be subject to clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and a County Court Judgment check. In addition, the post holder is expected to keep the Company updated if their personal circumstances change.

We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.