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Trainee Technician (TT16 Basingstoke UK)

Overview

Reference
TT16 Basingstoke UK

Salary
£/annum + Benefits

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- South East England -- Hampshire -- Basingstoke

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
30 January 2026


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 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.
 
What We’re Looking For
  • 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.
What We Provide
  • 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.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary including Southern weighting.
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays increasing with service.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Life cover benefit.

  • Loyalty bonus from 1 years service.
  • Free confidential health, wellbeing, and legal support through the Wisdom app.
 
Ready to Build Your Future?
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 may include 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.
 


Contact information

Sarah Stewart