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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Colas Ltd. are looking for a Technology Services Technician to be based at the Longbridge depot, CV35 8AA. You will be a 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 Services Technician 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, for delivering technology cyclical works and response over the course of their shift, report directly to the Technology supervisor on health and safety and progress during shifts they are working on and report to Technology Manager / Supervisor on activities undertaken during shifts they work. You will use a range of hand & power tools and operate items of plant, including Hiab and MEWP. You will also perform other duties as may be reasonably requested. Predominantly working Monday to Friday day shift with night shifts as required. The successful applicant will also ensure all activities are undertaken with due regard for the environment, to prevent pollution, comply with legal and corporate requirements and minimise environmental impact.
The ideal candidate will have similar experience within Highways or from an electrical background. However, we are open to individuals who are willing to learn and pursue a long term career and progression within this field of work. A full UK driving licence is required for this role. You will be able to work independently without close supervision, you will be forward thinking, a good communicator and hardworking. You will have the desire to work collaboratively to find the root cause of issues and deliver a proactive maintenance approach.
Here at Colas, we offer a great total compensation package, including:
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A salary between £32,000 - £35,000 (dependent on experience and licences) uplifts for night shifts and overtime paid at time and a half
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45 hour week Mon -Fri
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Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%
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Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
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25 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays
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Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
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Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role)
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Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
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Ongoing personal / professional development
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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.
