SWARCO
Trainee Engineer - Leicestershire
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Company Description
SWARCO UK: The Better Way. Every Day. At the forefront of intelligent traffic management, we design and deliver innovative solutions that keep people moving safely and efficiently across the UK and Ireland. We lead in intelligent traffic management, our products include Intelligent Traffic Systems, Road markings, Parking solutions, EV charging.
Job Description
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Engineer to join our Traffic Solutions team and develop the skills required to maintain, repair, and commission traffic signal systems and associated equipment across the Urban portfolio.
Working alongside experienced engineers, you will gain hands-on experience supporting the installation, maintenance, fault-finding, and commissioning of traffic control equipment, helping to ensure that traffic signals and related roadside technology remain safe, reliable, and operational for road users.
The role will involve working on a variety of traffic systems, including signal equipment, controllers, cabling, and associated infrastructure. You will receive training and support to develop your technical knowledge, build practical engineering skills, and progress within the traffic engineering industry.
You will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance activities, responding to faults, completing accurate work records, and ensuring all works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with customer requirements, contractual standards, and company procedures.
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The role is site-based and will involve working outdoors in all weather conditions, working at heights, travelling to customer locations, and participating in standby/call-out arrangements when required.
Qualifications
Essential:
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics, and Science.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Willingness to learn and develop technical engineering skills.
- Good understanding of Health & Safety and safe working practices.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Reliable, organised, and safety-conscious approach to work.
Desirable:
- Basic electrical knowledge.
- Electrical or electronic background.
- Qualification in Electrical or Electronic subjects.
- Previous experience within traffic signals, electrical engineering, highways, or a similar technical environment.
- Experience using tools, test equipment, or carrying out practical engineering activities.
- IT skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
What we are looking for:
- A practical individual with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Someone who enjoys problem-solving and working with technical equipment.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with engineers, supervisors, and customers.
- A reliable team player who takes pride in delivering high-quality work.
- A commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and developing a career within traffic engineering.
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Additional Information
Interested? Please apply by clicking on the link below.
Applications are shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before any advertised closing date. We, therefore, encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. Applications received after the closing date will not be processed.
We have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK, therefore successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK by the start of their employment. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Agencies, please note, that should we require recruitment agency involvement, we will contact the agencies on our PSL; we would ask that you respect the relationships we have already built with these suppliers. If an agency submits an unsolicited CV to any partner or employee of our company for a role we have not actively engaged with you on, you should be aware that they have no authority to enter into an arrangement with you and we will consider the CV a gift! We will not be liable for any payment you charge in relation to it.
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Duration of Employment: Permanent
Department: Operations
Compensation: GBP 26000 - GBP 26500 - yearly
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