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.

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.