Full job descriptionHighways Electrician
£40,000–£45,000 + Night Uplift (OTE £50,000+)
Full-Time, Permanent
*Company vehicle, fuel card, tools and PPE
*Training on modern ITS, traffic systems and highway technologies
*Progression routes into commissioning, senior electrician or supervisor roles
*London Network - Ideally based in North London / Luton (client will consider candidates within London and Home Counties also)

Overview
A leading highways technology contractor is seeking a Highways Electrician to support installation, maintenance and repair of electrical assets across London’s strategic road network. The role covers traffic systems, street lighting and modern highway technology, working a 50/50 split of days and nights with uplifts taking annual earnings to £50k+.
This is a long-term, stable position with opportunities to develop into ITS, traffic signals, and smart-highway technology.

Highway Electrician Key Responsibilities
*Install, maintain and repair electrical highway assets including:*Street lighting columns, feeder pillars and distribution equipment
*Traffic signal infrastructure, detection loops and roadside controllers
*Highway technology such as CCTV, ANPR, VMS, comms cabinets and power supplies

*Carry out fault-finding, diagnostics and reactive repairs on live highway networks.
*Complete safe isolations, electrical testing and certification to BS7671 standards.
*Support minor civils tasks linked to electrical works (ducting, reinstatement awareness, small excavations).
*Work safely within TM-controlled environments, following RAMS and sector safety procedures.
*Maintain accurate job sheets, test results and digital documentation.
*Operate as part of a mobile field team across London and surrounding areas.

Highway Electrician Essential Requirements
*17th or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (essential).
*Level 3 Electrical Installations Diploma or equivalent is preferred — but candidates with fewer formal qualifications will be considered if they have strong practical experience.
*Experience in street lighting, traffic systems, highways electrical work, or industrial/commercial electrical environments.
*Full UK Driving Licence. (essential)
*Willingness to work days, nights and occasional weekends as part of a rota.
*Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Highway Electrician Desirable
*Understanding of DNO networks, safe isolation and electrical safety.
*714/ 2391 / 2391-52 Testing & Inspection
*HESA & HEA certification
*G39
*IPAF / PASMA
*ECS / CSCS / Gold card
*Experience with ITS, traffic signals or comms cabinets
Candidates missing some of the above will still be considered if they show strong aptitude and willingness to train.

If you’re a skilled Highway Electrician or Commercial Electrician looking to break into the highway sector/try something new. Plus looking for a stable, well-supported role with genuine development opportunities, apply with your latest CV and we’ll be in touch to discuss the next steps.

Dom @ UtiliseRecruitment .co .uk