Total 3 Fresh/Entry Level Engineering job vacancies in Gravesend, Kent

Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer

Job Location: Aylesford, Kent region (Field based role)

Job Type: Full time, permanent

Job Ref: 714

Telent are now looking for a Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer to join a talented team of Traffic Signals specialists in the Aylesford and Kent regions. Due to growth and demand from our customer(s), we in a position to grow our Traffic team in this region. This is a "Field based" role - the successful applicant MUST hold a full UK driving license and be comfortable to travel across the whole of the Kent region.

Are you looking for an opportunity where you can learn new skills and are looking to kick-start a new career maintaining National, mission-critical Transport and Traffic infrastructure? Are you looking for an accredited and structured training programme to really test your capabilities? Then look no further and apply now!

When you join our Engineering Team at Telent, you'll be empowered to innovate and drive common solutions, working closely with technical experts who are proud of the impact their work makes. Come join a high-performing team doing complex and critical work. Help build and keep the nation's critical infrastructure connected and protected 24/7.

Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer - What you'll do:​​​​​​​

As a Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer, you will work closely with one of our experienced and qualified Traffic Engineers to troubleshoot, fix, maintain, and test a range of Traffic Signals / Traffic Lights and electrical equipment that is associated with this, in and around the Aylesford and Kent regions. Training isn't just in a classroom, it is a healthy mix of 'on the job' learning and on-site working, providing you with an opportunity to work towards an NVQ Level 2 in Highways Electrical Installations (LANTRA) and Sector based certifications such as ECS / HERS and the National Highways Sector Scheme (NHSS) Chapter 8, enhancing your knowledge and capabilities in this area of Engineering.

Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer - Who you are:

You will naturally have an interest in being 'hands on' and be willing to learn a new skillset. The prospect of troubleshooting, fixing, testing and maintaining (traffic) electrical equipment must excite you, especially on Traffic Signalling equipment. Any previous experience working within an electrical or an engineering environment is preferred but not essential, providing you are willing to embrace a new role and you are determined to learn. If you enjoy working outdoors and enjoy physically demanding work, then look no further - this is the right role for you.

Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer - Key requirements / behaviours:

• Highly motivated, willing to learn on the job and via online sources
• Ability to problem solve and provide ideas - ultimately the job requires you to think outside the box, and work through "fault finding instructions"
• Full UK Driving Licence holder
• Able to and willing to undertake a Drugs & Alcohol test to ensure compliancy
• Willing to be on "standby" once fully trained and competent
• Have good people/communications skills; able to communicate at different levels with multiple stakeholders and multiple levels

What we offer:

A career at Telent can span sectors, roles, technologies and customers giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver.

We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to create an inclusive culture that not only respects but values difference and celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to be themselves and to thrive at work.

The additional benefits with this role:

• Fully kitted Commercial Vehicle + fuel card
• Uncapped overtime options
• Great development and progression opportunities
• 26 days annual leave, plus public holidays, and the option to purchase up to 10 days at the beginning of each holiday year
• Company matched pension scheme
• A range of family friendly policies
• Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal
• Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme.

About Telent:

Telent is a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, support and maintenance, drawing on decades of experience in mission critical communications and technology. The work we do helps connect thousands of people and communities, using the best technology and innovation available. When you join us, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on all our futures by fulfilling your potential and delivering high performance. We work together to make everyday life work better for everyone. You'll be part of a team of more than 3,000 brilliant people committed to getting the job done well.

Brilliance brought together.

We are guided by our values and behaviours:

• Be Inclusive
• Take Responsibility
• Collaborate
• Be Customer-focussed

Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer

When you join our Engineering Team at Telent, you'll be empowered to innovate and drive common solutions, working closely with technical experts who are proud of the impact their work makes. Come join a high-performing team doing complex and critical work. Help build and keep the nation's critical infrastructure connected and protected 24/7.

Are you looking for that first step in your career where a full structured training programme is offered, you work with a Team of supportive colleagues, and you can see the career pathway opportunities in front of you?

What you'll do:​​​​​​​

As a Trainee Engineer, a typical day will involve working closely with one of our experienced Team to maintain, install and test a range of electrical equipment. Training isn't in a classroom, it is a mix of 'on the job' learning, progressing towards an NVQ in Electrical Installations and Sector based certifications such as ECS.

Who you are:

You will have an interest and or some exposure to anything electrical - whether that's working with computers, you've had some experience or a college course.

Key Requirements?

• Motivation and willingness to learn
• Ability to problem solve - ultimately the job requires thinking outside the box, following fault finding instructions
• Full Driving Licence
• Undertake Drugs and Alcohol testing.

What we offer:

A career at Telent can span sectors, roles, technologies and customers giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver.

We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone be themselves and to thrive at work.

The additional benefits with this role:

• 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell five days each year
• Company pension scheme
• A range of family friendly policies
• Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal
• Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme.

About Telent

Telent is a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, support and maintenance, drawing on decades of experience in mission critical communications and technology. The work we do helps connect thousands of people and communities, using the best technology and innovation available. When you join us, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on all our futures by fulfilling your potential and delivering high performance. We work together to make everyday life work better for everyone. You'll be part of a team of more than 3,000 brilliant people committed to getting the job done well.

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Field Service Engineer
£32,916 - £37,304 depending on experience

Three incredible brands. One brilliant team. Join us as a Field Service Engineer for the most competitive benefits package in the industry, autonomy over your work and the satisfaction of helping customers in need.

As a Field Service Engineer, you'll be visiting customers in their homes across Cheltenham and the surrounding areas, and fixing any appliance issues to get them up and running again. Managing your time through the day, you'll keep customers and colleagues updated on your progress and keep on top of the stock levels in your van day by day.

A full, valid driving licence is required. For upselling our products you'll be rewarded with bonus incentives on the products you sell. You'll be organised, have strong communication skills, and be dedicated to finding the best outcome for the customer.

Ideally, we'd like experience as a White Goods Engineer. But what we really need is self-motivation and strong technical and customer service skills. Our City and Guilds-assured in-house training and support has been designed to get you ready to deliver brilliant service to our customers.

Industry-leading benefits

• £32,916 per annum starting salary if you're a Field Service Engineer who does not have White Goods/ Domestic Appliance experience. You'll have the opportunity to earn £37,304 once you're fully trained and meet the minimum requirements
• £37,304 per annum starting salary if you have a minimum of 6 months recent White Goods Engineering experience
• Bonus potential of up to £2,500 per annum
• Enhanced rate over time
• Up to 6% pension contribution
• Brilliant staff discounts on products and a range of retailers, entertainment, and days out

The ability to lift & manoeuvre heavy objects, work in restricted spaces, regularly engage hand dexterity and colour vision are considered central requirements. Offers of employment are subject to testing to ensure that candidates are able to comply with the basic health and safety requirements of the role; this includes being able to distinguish between live, neutral and earth wires.

With the strength of our brands behind you, a culture of high-performance that motivates you and the freedom to drive your career your way, our shared ambition will inspire you and delight every customer. Our future. In your hands. Apply now.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion helps ensure the ideas, perspectives and experiences of all colleagues supports a culture of learning and attracts world-class talent. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and candidates will be equally assessed and selected based on objective criteria. We reserve the right to close this role prior to the advertised closing date should a suitable applicant be found