Traffic Survey Camera Installation Operative MHC Traffic Ltd | As & When Required | £14.25 per hour
Scotland | England | Wales | Ireland
MHC Traffic Ltd is a rapidly expanding company specialising in the installation and removal of temporary traffic survey cameras at locations across the UK and Ireland.
We are looking for reliable, hardworking and practical individuals to join our growing team of field operatives.
This is an As & When Required role, with a particularly busy period running through to the Christmas holidays. During this period, successful candidates should expect to be available for full working weeks when required, with workloads varying depending on our projects.
We are also particularly interested in hearing from people looking for a part-time opportunity, including candidates who are available for:
- Friday–Monday shifts
- Weekend work
- Regular UK travel
- Camera collection and removal work
- Occasional installation work
This could be an excellent opportunity for someone looking for flexible additional work while still being able to commit to regular periods of work when required.
About MHC Traffic Ltd
MHC Traffic Ltd provides traffic survey camera services to clients across the UK and Ireland.
Our field operatives travel to different locations to install temporary traffic survey cameras, collect equipment once surveys are complete and remove cameras from their installation locations.
The equipment is generally installed temporarily, often for periods of between one and five days, meaning the role involves a combination of installation, collection and removal work.
You will be working as part of a field-based team and will be trusted to manage your time, equipment and travel responsibly.
The Role
The work can vary considerably from week to week.
Depending on our current workload, you may be required to:
- Drive to locations across Scotland, England, Wales and Ireland
- Install temporary traffic survey cameras
- Remove cameras once surveys are complete
- Collect cameras and equipment from completed survey locations
- Drive between multiple sites during a working day
- Load and unload company vehicles
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Work at height using extension ladders
- Secure camera equipment to lighting columns using approved fixing methods
- Check equipment is safely installed and removed
- Complete the required work within allocated timeframes
- Stay away from home when required
Some weeks may involve a significant amount of installation work, while others may involve considerably more driving and camera collection.
Busy Period – Full Weeks Available
Our workload is particularly high between now and the Christmas holidays.
During this period, we expect to have a significant amount of work available and will require operatives who are able to commit to full working weeks when required.
The amount of work will vary depending on project requirements, so flexibility is important.
We will provide schedules in advance wherever possible, generally giving around four days' notice of upcoming work.
Part-Time & Weekend Opportunities
We are also looking to build a team of reliable operatives who are specifically interested in part-time work.
This may suit someone who is available for:
Friday–Monday shifts, including weekends, with regular travel throughout the UK.
These shifts will involve a greater proportion of driving and collecting cameras, with occasional installation work depending on our requirements.
If you are looking for flexible work around other commitments but are happy to travel and work away from home, this could be an ideal opportunity.
Working at Height
The role involves working outdoors at heights of approximately 4.5 metres.
Cameras are generally installed to the side of lighting columns, often alongside roads, using extension ladders.
You must therefore be comfortable:
- Working at height
- Using extension ladders
- Working outdoors in different weather conditions
- Working safely around roads and roadside environments
- Following company safety procedures and risk assessments
Previous experience is beneficial but is not essential.
Full training will be provided to successful candidates.
Training
Successful applicants will complete our training programme before undertaking the role independently.
Training will cover areas including:
- Safe working at height
- Safe use of extension ladders
- Installation and removal of traffic survey cameras
- Safe use of camera equipment
- Securing equipment to lighting columns
- Safe loading and unloading of vehicles
- Manual handling
- Working safely around roadside locations
- Company procedures and safe systems of work
Once you have successfully completed your training and are considered competent, you will be progressed through the company's vehicle and insurance requirements and become authorised to drive our company vans as part of your role.
Driving & Travel
Driving is a major part of the position.
You should be comfortable undertaking long-distance journeys throughout the UK and potentially Ireland.
You may be required to:
- Drive several hours to reach a work location
- Visit multiple sites in one day
- Collect equipment from different locations
- Stay away from home for several nights
- Drive a company van between the depot, accommodation and work locations
Company vehicles, rental vehicles where required, travel and accommodation for work purposes will be provided by the company.
Typical Working Day
A typical day can vary depending on the project.
You may:
- Receive your upcoming schedule.
- Arrive at the depot at the required time.
- Load your van and ensure you have all necessary equipment.
- Travel to your designated location or locations.
- Install or remove traffic survey cameras.
- Complete the required checks and work within the allocated timeframe.
- Travel to your next location or accommodation.
- Return the vehicle to the depot when required.
Some days may involve installing a large number of cameras across several locations, while other shifts may primarily involve travelling and collecting completed survey equipment.
Working Hours
Early starts and late finishes may be required depending on the project schedule.
Weekend work will also be available and may be required.
Working hours will be planned with consideration given to overall working time and applicable requirements.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for people who are:
- Reliable and punctual
- Hardworking and motivated
- Flexible with their availability
- Comfortable travelling long distances
- Comfortable staying away from home
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather
- Comfortable working at height
- Physically capable of handling equipment
- Able to manage their own time
- Able to work independently
- Professional and presentable
- Able to follow instructions and safety procedures
- Willing to learn
Previous experience in traffic surveys, camera installation, construction, surveying, utilities, roadside work or working at height is an advantage, but no previous industry experience is required.
Full training will be provided.
What We Offer
- £14.25 per hour
- As & When Required / Zero-Hours contract
- Significant work available through to the Christmas holidays
- Full working weeks available during busy periods
- Part-time and weekend opportunities
- Friday–Monday shift opportunities
- Work throughout Scotland, England, Wales and Ireland
- Full training provided
- Company van provided for authorised work
- Vehicle insurance arranged by the company following successful training/approval
- Rental vehicles where required
- Company-funded accommodation
- £30 tax-free overnight expenses per night, where applicable
- Business travel paid for by the company
- Essential work materials provided
- Ongoing work for reliable operatives
Who Would Suit This Role?
This position would suit someone who enjoys being on the road, working outdoors and having a varied working week.
It could be particularly suitable for:
- Someone looking for flexible part-time work
- Someone available Friday–Monday
- Someone looking for regular weekend work
- Someone who enjoys travelling around the UK
- Someone looking for additional income around other commitments
- Someone who wants to develop practical field-based skills
- Someone who is happy working independently
If you are reliable, flexible and don't mind travelling, this is an opportunity to join a growing company with ongoing work available for the right people.
Pay & Expenses
Rate of Pay: £14.25 per hour
Pay is generally made on the 28th of each month, or the Friday before where the 28th falls on a bank holiday.
Approved expenses are paid alongside wages where the required receipts are provided.
Employees staying away from home for work may receive £30 tax-free overnight expenses per night, where applicable.
The company also covers approved business travel, accommodation, rental vehicles where required and essential work-related purchases.
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted through Indeed only so that every application can be properly reviewed.
Due to the busy nature of our office, we do not accept telephone applications or recruitment enquiries by phone.
If you are reliable, hardworking, flexible and looking for an opportunity with a rapidly expanding company, we would like to hear from you.
Apply through Indeed today to be considered for upcoming work with MHC Traffic Ltd.
Pay: £14.25 per hour
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Tell us about your experience working at heights with ladders.
- Tell us about your experience driving long-distance.
- Are you at least 23 years of age? (We require this for the purposes of vehicle insurance.)
Licence/Certification:
- clean manual driving licence held for at least 2 years (required)
Work Location: On the road
