Trainee Technician

Trainee Technician - Build Your Career with SRL Traffic Systems

Looking for a hands on role where you can grow, learn, and make a real impact?

At SRL Traffic Systems, we're leading the way in intelligent transport solutions, providing temporary traffic systems like portable signals, message boards, and CCTV.

Our mission is simple: create safer, more efficient roads through sustainable, market leading technology.

Why Join Us?

At SRL, we don't just offer jobs - we offer careers. You'll receive full training, ongoing development, and the chance to progress within a growing business.

We believe in investing in our people, so you can build skills, confidence, and a future with us.

About the Role

As a Trainee Technician, you'll play a key role in supporting our depot operations and delivering exceptional service to customers.

Responsibilities

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, plus overtime and out of hours on call, on a rota basis.

Work: Deliver and set up portable traffic lights, collect equipment, perform on site battery exchanges, and inspect/repair our hire fleet.

Travel: You'll visit customer sites using a company vehicle - so a full driving licence is essential.

This is a physically demanding role, lifting and carrying heavy equipment outdoors in all weather conditions. If you enjoy being active and working in varied environments, you'll thrive here.

What We're Looking For

• A team player who is comfortable with also working independently when required.
• Full UK driving licence (max 6 points).
• Practical, resourceful, and safety conscious.
• Physically fit and ready for hands on work.
• Comfortable with technology and eager to learn.
• Basic electrical skills and experience with vans/trailers are a bonus.

What We Provide

• Full, comprehensive training over in our Solihull depot.
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Mobile phone, where applicable to your role.
• PPE.
• Overtime and on call earning potential.
• Access to the 'People Safe' app for workplace and personal safety.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 25 days leave plus bank holidays increasing with service
• Auto enrolment to the company pension scheme, helping you plan for the future
• Life Cover, providing financial protection for your loved ones
• Virtual GP Service 24/7, all year round for you and your immediate family
• Employee Assistance Programme including counselling service, to support you when you need it most
• Loyalty Scheme starting from 1 years' service
• Free confidential financial, wellbeing and legal support through 'Wisdom'
• Earn £500 for referring new employees using our Referral Scheme (terms and conditions apply)

Ready to Build Your Future?

It'll take just a couple of minutes to apply, taking your first steps toward a career where development, safety, and teamwork come first.

Our recruitment process includes a phone screening followed by an on site interview.

SRL Traffic Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and inclusion and will make reasonable adjustments during the process if requested.