VACANCY DETAILS
Job Title: Approved Electrician City of Edinburgh Council
Company Name: City of Edinburgh Council
Location: 14 Bankhead Ave, Edinburgh, EH11 4HD
Hours / Days Of Work: 36 hours per week
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: £34,452 - £40,501 per year
Job Description:
To work, individually, or as part of a team of operatives, installing, testing,
maintaining and repairing the Council’s street lighting assets on behalf of Edinburgh
Roads Services (ERS).
Experience and Qualifications:
The post holder must: have an approved recognised trade qualification e.g. City &
Guilds, SVQ level 3 (or equivalent); be trained to current regulations; have an
Inspection & Testing certificate; and have a full UK driving licence.
The post holder should have a working knowledge of all current Health and Safety
legislation and best practice.
The post holder must be able to: effectively plan workloads, identify areas of potential
failure and take preventative action; communicate technical information to customers
and colleagues which is meaningful; use a range of communication skills when dealing
with challenging customers.
Flexibility is essential given the diverse nature of the working environment.
The post holder is required to have an IPAF certificate for working on Mobile Elevated
Working Platforms and ERG39, and a working knowledge of: the use of cable
avoidance tools; traffic management arrangements (to Chapter 8); and safe use of
Ladders.
Application Process:
Applications via myjobscotland
Closing Date: 15/04/2026
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