Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large-scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields, and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a 'Gold Investor in People' award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.
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We have some great opportunities for Technology Engineer to join the Area 9 team, you will be expected to travel and cover technology assets across the network around the West Midlands.
The Technology Engineers will be part of the Area 9 Maintenance & Response contract with Colas, working on behalf of National Highways. Who will deliver both Cyclical and Reactive works they are assigned and will be responsible for safeguarding the welfare and health and safety of themselves and those working around them. They will take an active role in ensuring their own skills and knowledge are up to date and fit for purpose.
As a Technology Engineer you will be responsible for delivering technology cyclical works and response over the course of your shift and carry out cyclic maintenance in line with the Client, manufacturer and British Standards. As part of this role you will be undertaking electronic diagnostic checks on highways communications assets in line with reactive maintenance, preparing reports and documents as necessary and assisting with project administration and control. On a day to day you will be expected to coordinate with third parties with the introduction of new Highways communications infrastructure, to operate small items of plant and other heavier equipment to carry out the works e.g. compressors, Hiab crane and electrical saws etc and enthusiastically identify early opportunities and highlight them to management to the benefit of Colas and their customers. It is important you are able to work on your own and work with others over the course of your shift. We are looking for individuals who are able to adopt a forward-thinking approach by identifying potential innovative techniques and products for the delivery of technology maintenance and be able to highlight these to management. Most importantly you will be responsible for Health and Safety in the workplace, setting a good example to other employees and ensuring awareness of and compliance with general Health and Safety responsibilities. Report directly to the Technology supervisor on health and safety and progress during shifts you are working on and report to Technology Manager / Supervisor on activities undertaken during shifts you work on. You will perform other duties as may be reasonably required. You will be required to work 42 hours a week on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern alternating from days and nights as required. (percentage uplift for working shifts).
The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification in an electrical or engineering discipline, you will have previous experience working as a Technology Engineer on Highway’s, not essential, similar roles in traffic signals or communications will be advantegous.
You will have a:
- UK driving licence (essential)
- 18th Edition wiring regulations (Desirable)
- HERS Sector 8 relevant to role. (Desirable)
The successful candidate will be a dynamic, forward-thinking individual and an effective communicator who has previous experience of working within high performing teams. Good planning and organisation skills is essential in this role. You will be self-motivated and have technical competence.
Here at Colas, we offer a great total compensation package, including:
- A salary between £34,000-£38,000 (dependent on experience) PLUS Company car provided. 20% shift allowance for working night shifts. - 42 hours a week
- Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%
- Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
- 20.5 days annual leave per year inclusive of bank holidays
- Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
- Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role)
- Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
- Ongoing personal / professional development
- Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal
At Colas, our culture is guided by four core values: Respect, Commitment, Pioneering, and Sharing. These values shape how we work, collaborate, and grow together. We believe that respect is the foundation of every relationship. By treating others as we wish to be treated, we foster fairness, transparency, and inclusion within our teams and with our clients, communities, and partners. Commitment means dedicating ourselves fully to everything we do. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. With a pioneering spirit, we prioritise bold innovation over blind ambition. We welcome new ideas, invest in our people, and work to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that shape the future. Through sharing, we build trust and solidarity, encouraging collaboration and growth at all levels of the business.
Colas Ltd is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that mirrors the communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you want a workplace where your voice is valued and your potential is developed, Colas is the right choice.
Note to Recruitment Agencies
In line with our Company Policy, Colas Ltd has a preference for direct hiring and we will reach out to our PSL (Preferred Suppliers List) agencies if the role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If a speculative CV is sent, no fee will be applicable.
