Electrical Fitter

Washington, Tyne & Wear
💰 Competitive Salary DOE + Excellent Benefits
🕒 Full Time | Permanent

An established and growing electrical manufacturing business is looking to recruit an experienced Electrical Fitter to join its production team in Washington.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist engineering environment working on bespoke low voltage (LV) switchgear and control panel solutions for a wide range of industrial sectors.

The Role

Reporting to the Team Leader, you’ll be responsible for the assembly, wiring and pre-testing of bespoke LV switchgear and control panels. The role requires strong technical ability, attention to detail and the capability to work from engineering drawings and wiring schematics.

Key Responsibilities

* Assemble and build switchgear and control panels to engineering specifications

* Complete wiring, terminations and electrical connections to a high standard

* Read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics

* Maintain accurate build and test documentation

Requirements

* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Installation or similar

* Previous experience within electrical manufacturing, panel building or switchgear assembly

* Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics

* Good understanding of electrical systems and components

Desirable

* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

* Previous switchgear manufacturing experience

* ECS/CSCS card

* Experience with MCCs, busbar systems or package substations

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary - £16.20 to £18.00 per hour

* Overtime paid at time and one third

* Private healthcare and health cash plan

* 25 days holiday + bank holidays

* Company pension scheme

* Ongoing training and professional development support

* Supportive and collaborative working environment

If you’re an experienced Electrical Fitter looking to join a forward-thinking engineering business with long-term opportunities for development, we’d love to hear from you