Graduate Electrical Engineer (Public Street Lighting)

Job Description

We are seeking a committed individual with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively and to tight deadlines.

As a Graduate Electrical Engineer, you will be part of the vibrant Streetcare Services team within our Environment Directorate and be at the forefront of lighting up our community, ensuring our public spaces shine bright to keep our residents safe.

You will assist senior engineers and the Public Lighting department with day-to-day maintenance, fault repairs, and lighting designs while developing your skills and knowledge in public lighting.

As part of your daily routine, you will shadow and learn from experienced staff. You will attend onsite inspections, create job packs, assist with projects and designs, prepare reports and contracts, and attend relevant training courses and qualifications.

This is a great opportunity to kick-start your career in a supportive and dynamic environment while playing a pivotal role in shaping the lighting infrastructure of our community. You will be encouraged to take advantage of our internal career development pathways.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day maintenance of public lighting assets.
• Support fault diagnosis and repairs.
• Contribute to lighting designs and project work.
• Attend onsite inspections and surveys.
• Create job packs and technical documentation.
• Prepare reports and contracts.
• Shadow and learn from experienced staff.
• Attend relevant training courses and work toward qualifications.

Qualifications and Skills

• Degree level Class II Division II or better in a relevant Electrical degree, or equivalent.
• Good standard of written and verbal communication.
• Good standard of computer literacy.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

About Us

We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues’ efforts and achievements. We also believe that there is life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need.

Choose to work for us and you will be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.

Benefits

• Flexible working schemes to improve your work–life balance.
• Competitive employee package with a 22.4% employer pension contribution.
• Holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service (plus 8 bank holidays).
• Discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure.
• Cycle to Work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment.
• Option to purchase a new car through the Tusker salary sacrifice scheme.
• Exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group.

How to Apply

You can apply online via the NPT Council jobs page.

Welsh Language Requirements

Welsh language skills are not required. Applications may be submitted in Welsh; applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English.

Guaranteed Interview Schemes

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and for armed forces veterans.

In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, or have been made redundant in 2024, Neath Port Talbot Council is offering a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council. Applicants must meet the essential criteria for the post to qualify. If you are affected, please indicate this on your application form.

Safeguarding Statement

Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our employees are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children, young people, and vulnerable adults and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.

The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.

Our Team and Development

At Team NPT, we all work together to serve the people, communities, and businesses of Neath Port Talbot. We are committed to providing training opportunities and the professional development of all our employees. We look forward to welcoming you to Team NPT.