Trainee Technician
| Posting date: | 03 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 January 2026 |
| Location: | East Grinstead |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Ecruit |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | TT8 East Grinstead-22293 |
Summary
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.
If you’re ready for a role that’s active, challenging, and rewarding, look no further.
Why Join Us?
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.
About the Role
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 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, outdoors in all weather conditions. If you enjoy being active and working in varied environments, you’ll thrive here.
What We’re Looking For
A team player but who is comfortable with working independently.
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.)
What We Provide
Full training in our Solihull depot.
Company vehicle and fuel card.
PPE, laptop, and mobile phone (where applicable).
Overtime and on-call earning potential.
Access to the People Safe app for workplace and personal safety.
Benefits
Competitive salary.
25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Pension scheme and death-in-service benefit.
Free confidential health, wellbeing, and legal support.
Ready to Build Your Future?
Apply today and take the first step toward a career where development, safety, and teamwork come first.
Our recruitment process includes a phone screening and 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 needed.