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Highways Lighting Operative
Highways Lighting Operative – Pontypool (Easy Application)!
About Enerveo
Enerveo is one of the largest contracting businesses in the UK, offering specialist services across mechanical, electrical, high voltage, EV infrastructure, test and inspection, plus street lighting installation and maintenance.
With over 25 years of excellence, we help towns and cities become ‘smarter, greener and more efficient’ by reducing energy consumption and improving public safety.
The Role: Highways Lighting Operative
Base Location: Pontypool Salary: £25,948–£27,011 (per annum plus benefits) + £25k+ extra in earnings via overtime Contract Type: Fixed-term until April 2027 Working Pattern: Mon–Fri, 7:00am–3:00pm (+ overtime opportunities)
Our team manages over 1 million street lights across the UK and Ireland. As a Highways Lighting Operative, you’ll contribute to this mission by ensuring public safety, energy efficiency, and compliant, high-quality infrastructure work.
What You’ll Do
Your role will involve both electrical and highway maintenance, demanding attention to safety, precision, and attention to detail. Typical day-to-day tasks include:
- Installing, inspecting, and maintaining street lighting systems, including lights, signs, and signposts
- Excavating and road reinstatement work in line with highway regulations
- Safely and professionally operating a mobile elevated working platform (MEWP/HIAB)
- Fault-finding, diagnosing issues, and repairing electrical components
- Performing preventative maintenance to prevent system failures
- Strict adherence to safety protocols and regulations (e.g., electrical standards, working at height requirements)
- Delivering outstanding customer service to ensure satisfied clients and the public
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What We’re Looking For
Essential
✅ Reliability and commitment—we need someone who prioritises safety and meets deadlines ✅ Outdoor working stamina—this role requires tough weather conditions and possibility of working outdoors year-round ✅ Experience relevant to highways, infrastructure, or public lighting (optional, but preferred) ✅ Comfort with working at height—expected to use MEWPs daily. IPAF/PASMA certification is a strong plus (but see ‘Nice-to-Haves’ below) ✅ Valid UK driving licence—travel across sites is required
Nice-to-Have (but not always required!)
We’d greatly value if you also have: 🔹 IPAF/PASMA certificates (hydraulic prone access equipment or mobile access) 🔹 Basic knowledge of the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations 🔹 G39 Public Lighting Safety & Installation training 🔹 HGV Class 2 licence (We’re hiring talent, not just ticking a checklist!)
Why Join Enerveo?
Competitive Benefits
Every year, Enerveo ensures our operatives can keep pace with life’s demands, including:
- A tax-efficient salary package
- Accident & sickness benefits
- Mobile & landline phones supplied
- Annual six-week personalised holiday allowance
- Pension schemes & financial wellness advice
- Wellbeing perks including our exclusive ‘Enerveo Wellbeing Portal’
(Issued due to family commitments, minor injuries, and long-term needs)
Set against overtime opportunities, earnings can quickly rise toward £40,000+ annually.
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→ Transparence: You’ll know how your role contributes to a bigger purpose. → Respect & Support: Individual strengths drive our team. → Learning opportunities: Gain experience across high-profile projects in the fields of highways, infrastructure, and street lighting.
We’re ‘Inclusive’ and ‘Disability Confident’—we want candidates who prioritise hard work, attitudes, potentials, and values over a perfect resume.
Is This Role For You?
This is a Practical position. Students, career changers, confident apprentices, or experienced workers are all encouraged to apply!
Given your skills—or willingness to learn—we’ll help you develop over time.
Next Steps
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- Complete the form with genuine details
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Contact for accessibility adjustments: recruitment@enerveo.com
Never forget: Some candidates miss out only because they wait for the ‘perfect type’ of workplace or ‘perfect career’. Our addition to you is based on personality, commitment to safety, and willingness to learn. Let’s talk.
Apply now and start your Enerveo journey! (Easy 5 minute form—hurry to beat the deadline!)
N.B.: Fix-term contract ends April 2027.
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