Location: Great Yarmouth
Salary: 28-29k (37½ hours a week flexi-time between 7am and 7pm)
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Cable Moulding Technician to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for the preparation, assembly, soldering, and moulding of electrical and fibre-optic subsea cable terminations and connectors. This position requires proficiency in working with epoxy resins, polyurethane, and over-moulding systems to create watertight, pressure-resistant connections suitable for harsh subsea environments.
Key Responsibilities
Cable Preparation:
Strip and prepare cable ends (electrical and/or optical) to specified lengths and standards.
Terminate wires or fibres to connectors as per technical specifications.
Clean and inspect materials for defects or damage prior to moulding.
Soldering & Assembly:
Solder cable conductors and connector pins accurately to ensure reliable electrical connections.
Assemble components and ensure proper alignment before moulding.
Operate and maintain soldering equipment safely and effectively.
Moulding & Overmoulding
Set up and operate cable moulding machines (e.g., injection or low-pressure moulding).
Mix and apply potting compounds and epoxy resins accurately.
Ensure moulding achieves watertight and pressure-resistant seals.
Quality Assurance:
Perform initial quality checks on cables, soldered joints, and connectors produced.
Ensure adherence to ISO 9001 quality standards and company procedures.
Minimise rejection levels by following established procedures.
Safety & Compliance:
Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Participate in company audits and implement corrective actions as required.
Maintain a clean and organised work environment.
Qualifications & Experience
Proven experience in cable moulding, cable assembly, soldering, or a related manufacturing role.
Familiarity with subsea cable systems and associated moulding techniques is advantageous.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
Experience with soldering electrical and/or fibre-optic cables.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
Technique-Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a proud equal opportunities employer, dedicated and specialist to the engineering and manufacturing industries. We work and support some of the most well-known companies in Norfolk and Suffolk. These vacancies are being advertised on behalf of Technique-Recruitment Solutions Ltd who are operating as an employment business and employment agency
Salary description
£28000.00 - £29000.00 per year