The role
McCann is looking for an experienced and reliable NDT Structural Testing Operative to join our team working across Liverpool.
The role will involve carrying out Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and structural condition inspections on highways electrical and street furniture assets, including street lighting columns, illuminated traffic signs, bollards, and other steel highway assets.
The successful candidate will work predominantly outdoors, travelling between sites across Liverpool to inspect assets, undertake structural testing, accurately record results and identify evidence of corrosion, cracking, wall-section loss or other defects that could affect the structural integrity of an asset.
Previous experience within street lighting or highways electrical environments is essential, as operatives will be working on and around electrical street furniture and will need to understand the associated hazards and safe systems of work.
Essential criteria;
Who we are looking for:
- A valid G39 – Electrical Safety in the Planning, Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of Public Lighting and Other Street Furniture qualification/certificate.
- A valid ECS (Electrotechnical Certification Scheme) card.
- Current Manual Handling training/certification.
- Previous street lighting or highways electrical experience.
- A full UK driving licence, as the role requires travelling between assets and sites throughout Liverpool.
- A good understanding of the hazards associated with working on and around street lighting columns and highways electrical assets.
- The ability to use tablets and electronic systems to accurately capture inspection information, measurements and photographs.
It would be advantageous for candidates to have:
- Previous NDT or structural testing experience within the highways or street lighting sector.
- Awareness, knowledge or training relating to GN22.
- Experience or training in the use of ATOMS or equivalent structural testing/assessment methodologies.
- Experience assessing loss of section, corrosion and structural deterioration in steel lighting columns and other highways assets.
- Experience using eddy-current and ultrasonic testing equipment.
- Previous experience inspecting lighting columns, signposts, illuminated signs, bollards or similar street furniture.
- Experience recording structural inspection results within an asset management or inspection database.
Role and responsibilities;
What your role will include:
- Carrying out NDT structural condition testing of street lighting columns, traffic signs and other highways assets.
- Inspecting steel columns for corrosion, cracking and loss of wall section, including areas at and below ground level.
- Undertaking visual inspections of columns and associated components to identify signs of deterioration, damage or structural defects.
- Using specialist NDT equipment to assess the condition and remaining integrity of highway assets.
- Opening column doors and working around highways electrical equipment in accordance with appropriate electrical safety procedures.
- Taking accurate structural and wall-thickness measurements at specified locations.
- Recording inspection and test results accurately using digital data collection systems and tablets.
- Taking clear photographs of assets, defects, test locations and other relevant details to support inspection records.
- Identifying assets requiring further investigation, repair or other remedial action in accordance with the inspection methodology.
- Ensuring testing equipment is correctly used, checked and maintained.
- Following site-specific risk assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.
- Working independently across Liverpool while maintaining a consistently high standard of inspection and data accuracy.
Why Join us:
We know hard work deserves recognition! That’s why at J McCann & Co Limited, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package to all our employees including;
- Discounted gym membership: to support your wellbeing.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP):Access confidential support for your wellbeing through our EAP programme including; Cycle to work scheme, SmartTech, Doctor Line – 24hour GP service.
- 25 days annual leave:plus bank holidays for well-deserved breaks.
- Financial wellbeing:Take control of your finances with our financial wellness programs and tools.
- Investment in your career: Develop your skills and advance your career with our professional development opportunities.
- Invest in your community:Take advantage of paid volunteer days and become a STEM ambassador to give back and grow professionally.
- Death in service offering:up to three times your annual salary.
- Pension plan: Enjoy peace of mind for your future with our company pension scheme.
You’ll be challenged, inspired, and part of something truly transformative working on the UK’s most iconic infrastructure projects.
J McCann & Co Limited: Shaping Britain’s Infrastructure
For over four decades, J McCann & Co Limited Ltd has been a driving force in the UK’s civil and electrical engineering landscape. We deliver exceptional infrastructure solutions for both public and private sectors, from bustling roads and high-speed rail to world-class airports.
Our commitment to excellence shines through in every project. We blend deep industry expertise with innovative technologies to create solutions that not only meet but exceed our clients’ expectations. As a leading specialist in street lighting, traffic signals, and communication systems, we’re at the forefront of designing and building the infrastructure that powers our nation.
With a dedicated team of skilled professionals and a robust fleet of specialised equipment, we tackle even the most complex challenges head-on. We’re proud of our strong safety record and our commitment to sustainability, building a better future for our communities.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
‘Empowering diversity, Driving innovation’
We encourage you and would be grateful if you could confirm any requirements, we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you. Please contact [email protected] to discuss any reasonable adjustments’.
J McCann & Co Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community and will not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or parental leave, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
In line with our Social Value commitment guaranteed interview to qualified candidates from specified underrepresented groups.
As an employee, you have the right to:
- A workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, or bullying
- Inclusive practices and behaviour in the workplace
- Equal access to benefits and conditions
- Fair allocation of workloads
- Competitive merit-based selection processes for recruitment and promotion
- Accessible processes to deal with work-related complaints and grievances
HEALTH & SAFETY
Every employee is responsible for their own safety and the safety of others in the workplace and has a duty to report any issues or perceived risks to their line manager in the first instance or the Health and Safety department.
Join us as we continue to shape Britain’s infrastructure.
