Workshop Electrician

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Workshop Electrician

Engineering & Manufacturing

Location: Dewsbury, West Yorkshire

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Days only - Monday to Thursday

Salary: £41,600 to £47,840 dependant on experience

Overtime paid after 39 hours at time and a half

Join Our Team

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Workshop Electrician to join our growing engineering and manufacturing team based in Dewsbury.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced electrician who enjoys working in a workshop environment, building, wiring, testing and commissioning electrical systems and control panels for industrial equipment and machinery.

The Role

As a Workshop Electrician, you will be responsible for the assembly, wiring, testing and fault finding of electrical systems and equipment to a high standard. Working closely with our engineering and production teams, you will ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

* Build, wire and assemble electrical control panels and industrial equipment.

* Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical drawings.

* Carry out electrical installation, testing and inspection of manufactured equipment.

* Diagnose and rectify electrical faults.

* Ensure all work complies with current electrical regulations and company quality standards.

* Work collaboratively with mechanical engineers and production personnel to deliver projects on time.

* Maintain a safe, clean and organised workshop environment.

Essential Requirements

* Recognised Electrical Qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).

* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).

* Previous experience as a Workshop Electrician within an engineering or manufacturing environment.

* Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.

* Experience in panel wiring, machine wiring or industrial electrical assembly.

* Strong fault-finding skills and attention to detail.

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Skills

* Experience with control panels, PLC wiring and industrial automation.

* Knowledge of three-phase systems, motors, inverters and control circuits.

* Electrical testing and inspection experience.

* Familiarity with machinery build and commissioning.

What We Offer

* Permanent, full-time employment.

* Competitive salary based on experience.

* 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.

* Company pension scheme.

* Private healthcare.

* Death in Service benefit.

* Ongoing training and development opportunities.

* Modern workshop facilities.

* A supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced Workshop Electrician with a background in engineering or manufacturing and are looking to join a successful and growing business in Dewsbury, we'd like to hear from you.

Please send us your CV together with a brief summary of your experience and qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you.

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