Panel Wirer / Fitter

We are looking for an experienced Panel Wirer/ Fitter to join Operations team in an established family-owned business in Leeds. Our client is a leading manufacturer and supplier of electrical power distribution equipment and pioneers of super low loss amorphous transformer technology.

The Role:

• Your duties will be the fitting of various types of distribution and power transformers along with the wiring and assembly of components for the marshalling department from scratch.
• You will prepare work by studying assembly instructions, reading and interpreting electrical layout drawings and schematic wiring, parts lists, gathering parts, subassemblies, tools and materials.
• You will assemble components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassemblies
• Crimping, looming and cable terminating work on control panels
• Glanding and terminating various SWA cables
• Cutting and fitting tray work to run cables on transformers
• Soldering
• You will be expected to maintain the highest level of workmanship standards and product quality ensuring products are produced and delivered OTIF to the customers requirements.
• You will check and complete all paperwork associated with the works order
• Performance of area housekeeping activities, including the prompt reporting of problems shortages or equipment breakdown
• Using general workshop machinery and hand tools related to the fitting role
• Completion of work within allocated time scales.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

• Hands on experience of electrical assembly and wiring of control panels is essential
• Hand on experience of working within a mechanical/electrical engineering environment is essential.
• Cable end termination experience (Crimping/soldering) is essential
• Hold electrical qualifications and have knowledge of electrical regulations is essential
• The ability to understand electrical schematic drawings is essential
• Have good written and verbal communication skills
• Experience of working collaboratively with other operations personnel
• Ideally experience of working within a continuous improvement environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Good communication skills
• Flexibility to assist in other departments when required

Salary and benefits:

£14 per hour

25 days holiday per year plus 8 bank holidays(currently running at 20% of annual salary)

Company Profit related bonus scheme

Healthcare scheme and lifestyle benefits

Canteen facility with tea, coffee and milk provided

Pension

EV scheme

Working hours:

Nine-day fortnight, plus two paid breaks:

Week 1 :Monday to Thursday (week 1) - 7.45 am and 4.45 pm

Week2: Monday to Thursday and 7.45 am to 15.15 pm on Friday - 7.45 am to 4.45 pm

Job Type: Permanent

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