Trainee Technician

Trainee Technician – Build Your Career with SRL Traffic Systems

Looking for a hands‑on role where you can grow, learn, and make a real impact? At SRL Traffic Systems we’re leading the way in intelligent transport solutions, providing temporary traffic systems like portable signals, message boards, and CCTV. Our mission is simple: create safer, more efficient roads through sustainable, market‑leading technology.

At SRL, we don’t just offer jobs – we offer careers. You’ll receive full training, ongoing development, and the chance to progress within a growing business. We believe in investing in our people so you can build skills, confidence, and a future with us.

As a Trainee Technician you’ll play a key role in supporting our depot operations and delivering exceptional service to customers.

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, plus overtime and out‑of‑hours on‑call, on a rota basis.

Work: Deliver and set up portable traffic lights, collect equipment, perform on‑site battery exchanges, and inspect/repair our hire fleet.

Travel: You’ll visit customer sites using a company vehicle – so a full driving licence is essential.

This is a physically demanding role, lifting and carrying heavy equipment outdoors in all weather conditions. If you enjoy being active and working in varied environments, you’ll thrive here.

• A team player who is comfortable with also working independently when required.
• Full UK driving licence (max 6 points).
• Practical, resourceful, and safety conscious.
• Physically fit and ready for hands‑on work.
• Comfortable with technology and eager to learn.
• Basic electrical skills and experience with vans/trailers are a bonus.

• Full, comprehensive training over in our Solihull depot.
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Mobile phone, where applicable to your role.
• PPE.
• Overtime and on‑call earning potential.
• Access to the People Safe app for workplace and personal safety.

• Competitive salary.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Life cover benefit.
• Free confidential health, wellbeing, and legal support through the Wisdom app.

It’ll take just a couple of minutes to apply, taking your first steps toward a career where development, safety, and teamwork come first. Our recruitment process includes a phone screening followed by an on‑site interview.

SRL Traffic Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and inclusion and will make reasonable adjustments during the process if requested.