New Street Light Operative position available at Randstad CPE 01622 357230
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a street light operative.
- sittingbourne, south east
- posted today
- closes 15 october 2026
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- sittingbourne, south east
- £13.50 - £15.00 per hour
- temporary
- specialismconstruction & property
- sub specialismconstruction
- reference numbers/l/o/16/09/26
job details
Job Title: Street Light Operative
Location: Sittingbourne, Kent (ME10)
Start Date: Tomorrow Morning (Thursday, 17th September 2026)
Contract Duration: Ongoing / Long-Term
Pay Rate: £18.00 - £22.00 per hour (dependent on qualifications and pay type)
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Street Light Operative for an immediate start tomorrow morning on a street lighting maintenance and installation contract in Sittingbourne.
This is a great opportunity to secure steady, long-term work with an established highway services contractor operating across Kent.
Key Responsibilities
- Installing, replacing, and maintaining street lighting columns, lanterns, and LED units.
- Diagnosing electrical faults and carrying out basic repairs on highway electrical infrastructure.
- Operating mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs / bucket trucks) to perform high-level works safely.
- Laying, terminating, and jointing underground cables connected to feeder pillars.
- Adhering strictly to Chapter 8 traffic management rules and site safety protocols.
Requirements
- HERS Card / ECS Card (Highway Electrical Registration Scheme essential).
- Valid IPAF Ticket (Category 1b or 3b for powered access platforms).
- G39 Certificate (Working safely near electricity supply networks preferred).
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) or relevant electrical qualifications are a strong advantage.
- Full UK Driving Licence (C1 / HGV Category C is a plus).
- Full PPE (Steel toe boots, high-vis jacket/trousers, hard hat, and gloves).
- Right to work in the UK.
Working Hours & Benefits
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM (40-45 hours per week).
- Start Date: Tomorrow, Thursday 17th September 2026.
- Duration: Ongoing long-term work.
- Weekly pay via CIS, Umbrella, or PAYE options.
How to Apply (Urgent Start)
If you hold a HERS/ECS card, IPAF ticket, and are ready to start in Sittingbourne tomorrow morning, call Sophie on 07522015522
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
New Street Light Operative position available at Randstad CPE 01622 357230
...
Job Title: Street Light Operative
Location: Sittingbourne, Kent (ME10)
Start Date: Tomorrow Morning (Thursday, 17th September 2026)
Contract Duration: Ongoing / Long-Term
Pay Rate: £18.00 - £22.00 per hour (dependent on qualifications and pay type)
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Street Light Operative for an immediate start tomorrow morning on a street lighting maintenance and installation contract in Sittingbourne.
This is a great opportunity to secure steady, long-term work with an established highway services contractor operating across Kent.
Key Responsibilities
- Installing, replacing, and maintaining street lighting columns, lanterns, and LED units.
- Diagnosing electrical faults and carrying out basic repairs on highway electrical infrastructure.
- Operating mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs / bucket trucks) to perform high-level works safely.
- Laying, terminating, and jointing underground cables connected to feeder pillars.
- Adhering strictly to Chapter 8 traffic management rules and site safety protocols.
Requirements
- HERS Card / ECS Card (Highway Electrical Registration Scheme essential).
- Valid IPAF Ticket (Category 1b or 3b for powered access platforms).
- G39 Certificate (Working safely near electricity supply networks preferred).
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) or relevant electrical qualifications are a strong advantage.
- Full UK Driving Licence (C1 / HGV Category C is a plus).
- Full PPE (Steel toe boots, high-vis jacket/trousers, hard hat, and gloves).
- Right to work in the UK.
Working Hours & Benefits
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM (40-45 hours per week).
- Start Date: Tomorrow, Thursday 17th September 2026.
- Duration: Ongoing long-term work.
- Weekly pay via CIS, Umbrella, or PAYE options.
How to Apply (Urgent Start)
If you hold a HERS/ECS card, IPAF ticket, and are ready to start in Sittingbourne tomorrow morning, call Sophie on 07522015522
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
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