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Shorterm Group
Electrical Technician
United Kingdom
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 16 hours ago
- Salary
- 31500.00 - 35500.00 GBP Annual
- Recruiter
- Shorterm Group
- Closes
- 15 Sep 2025
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Title: Electrican Technician
Department: Production
Reporting to: Production Lead Technician
JOB PURPOSE:
An Electrical Technician works as part of a team to produce bespoke forklift truck conversions and oil and gas engine packages. This role is perfect for someone looking to move into or continue a career in the Forklift / Material Handling Electrical production / maintenance industry which could provide a stepping stone into a career here and in the likes of Automotive, Rolling Stock and Plant Engineering.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following are main duties for the role but not limited to:
Undertaking electrical and mechanical modifications of electric and diesel–powered equipment
to meet specification.
Light fabrication to make mounting brackets inside enclosures and for ancillaries.
Populating enclosures to wiring standards and wiring the electrical system to wiring diagram
and engineering instruction.
Selecting appropriate cables and components for each project.
Reading and interpreting engineering instructions (drawings, wiring diagrams, photographs) to
achieve project specification.
Discussing conversion requirements with the team leader and engineer as part of the preconversion review.
Completing project documentation as required.
Documenting any aspects or components developed during the project for future reference.
Participating in continuous improvement activities.
Operating within the guidelines of the Company's policies and procedures, ISO9001 and
internal work instructions.
Complying with the Company's health and safety policies, procedures and processes.
Ensuring that all areas, plant and equipment are kept in a clean and safe working condition.
and that the general area is kept in a clean and tidy state.
EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Essential
Experience in panel or automotive electrical wiring.
Proven experience within a bespoke or low volume varied electrical role.
Ability to read and understand engineering/technical drawings and processes.
Basic IT skills.
Ability to complete required documentation and records in a timely manner.
Proactive, enthusiastic, and flexible attitude.
Strong team ethic.
Willingness to adhere to all health and safety policies, procedures and processes.
Willingness to learn additional skills.
Willingness to work overtime when required.
Own suitable tool kit required to complete duties.
Desirable
Apprenticeship, City & Guilds or equivalent.
Experience of Category 2 and Category 3 conversions.
Awareness of quality assurance throughout the whole process.
Ability to problem solve.
Ad ID: 5416959232
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