Your New Role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent, site-based, Electrical Team Leader to join our Severn Bridge team in M48 Severn Bridge and M4 Second Severn Crossing.

The salary for this role is between £30000 and £35000, depending on your skillset, experience and qualifications.

Amey is working in partnership with National Highways on the Specialist Bridges Inspection & Maintenance contract to inspect and maintain three bridges in Southwest England over a 15-year period.

Covering the maintenance of three major structures; the 1.4km M5 Avonmouth Bridge, the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge which comprises three structures, the 2.1km Avon Viaduct, 948m Cable Stay and 2.077km Gwent Viaduct as well as the 1.6km M48 Severn Bridge, a suspension bridge that has the second highest tidal range in the world at 14.5m. We are responsible for the cyclic maintenance, daily structure inspection checks and safety patrols as well as responding to any incidents that impact the structural integrity of the bridges.

Our roads and bridges are among the safest in the world and our partnership supports maintenance to high standards across all three bridges and provides the best possible quality of service to road users.

The Electrical Team Leader plays an important part in working in the Engineering teams of the Severn Bridges Group carrying out maintenance and repair works on the iconic M48 Severn Bridge and M4 Second Severn Crossing.

The standard hours of work are 37.5 hours per week. Shift pattern to be discussed at interview.

Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we’re open to discussing working options that suit you.

You will be responsible for:

• Assisting with the maintenance of power/lighting installations and associated fittings in accordance with BS 7671 : 2015
• Carrying out programmed maintenance of gantries, access cradles and equipment in accordance with the annual programme
• Reactive maintenance or repairs of the major plant and equipment of the M48 Bridge and M4 Second Severn Crossing, inclusive of security systems
• Ordering electrical spares and equipment in line with stock requirements
• Producing reports and support information in respect of electrical maintenance works, investigations and tests
• Writing electrical maintenance procedures, task sheets and risk assessments as required and as directed
• Organising and supervising Operatives and Contractors during electrical maintenance of the Asset systems and installations including, standby generators, high mast lighting, heating and ventilation

What makes this role unique is if you join our team, you’ll have the chance to focus on the parts of your role your most enjoy. You will be working closely with clients to build relationships, have the opportunity to develop additional skills and leadership capabilities through comprehensive training Amey offers.

We want to hear from you if you have experience working in maintenance/construction environment with the ability to work outdoors and at height.

Ideally you will be qualified in ONC Electrical Engineering and hold a current ECS Card.

In addition to this, it would be desirable if you have a great knowledge of IET Wiring Regulations – BS 7671:2015 to help you hit the ground running, although this is not essential as we will provide you with the required development you need to bring you up to speed.

What we offer you

When you join us, we can offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers and we have a competitive reward and benefits program

• Career Development - Exceptional development and progression plan
• Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
• Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership
• Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. It includes healthcare, free GP service, dental vouchers
• Social Value - You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives

We embrace difference and support individuals to work in ways that work best for them.

We are committed to working sustainably and by working in partnership with the communities we serve, so people and the planet are protected.

At Amey, you have freedom to perform because we know if nothing holds you back, together, we can be extraordinary.

Who is Amey?

• We are at the heart of modern Britain, helping the economy to grow by designing, maintaining and transforming the nation’s strategic assets.

• Our 11,000 people are behind the critical services the country relies on every day.

• Our unique engineering and operations experience, together with data driven insight from our consulting business, delivers better results for our clients.

• We are trusted partners of Government – both national and local – managing assets and complex projects that are vital to the sustainable growth of the country.

To find out more take a look at our website www.amey.co.uk

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs and reasonable adjustments that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.

Apply today – We are excited to hear from you!