Electrical Assembler

Futures Recruitment Services Ltd; Chichester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Futures Recruitment Services Ltd is seeking a practical Electrical Assembler in Chichester to join a busy production team. You will assemble computer systems and electronic equipment, fit components, connect cables and perform basic tests to ensure products meet standards.

The role suits candidates with hands-on experience in electrical or electronic assembly, computer building, or related manufacturing environments, with a focus on accuracy, safety and teamwork to hit production targets.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical or electronic assembly or a similar hands-on role.
• Ability to follow technical drawings and assembly manuals.
• Experience using hand tools and assembly equipment.
• Good practical skills, attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Ability to identify and report problems.
• Reliable, organised and able to work as part of a team.
• Ability to handle components weighing up to 20kg.
• Experience in computer building or cable assembly is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assemble computer systems, electronic equipment and component parts.
• Fit and connect cables, wiring and electrical and mechanical components.
• Follow technical drawings, instructions and assembly manuals.
• Use hand tools and specialist assembly equipment.
• Carry out basic testing and quality checks on completed products.
• Identify and report faults or assembly issues.
• Record completed work, serial numbers and test results.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and organised work area.
• Follow health and safety procedures and quality standards.
• Work with colleagues to ensure production targets and deadlines are met.

Skills

Electrical assembly

Follow technical drawings

Hand tools use

Attention to detail

Problem reporting

Teamwork

Manual handling up to 20kg

Computer building / cable assembly

Tools

Hand tools

Assembly equipment

Job description

About the Company

Our client is an established manufacturer of specialist computer systems and electronic equipment used across industries including defence, transport, healthcare and communications.

The Role

We are looking for a practical, hands‑on Electrical Assembler to join a busy production team in Chichester.

You will be responsible for assembling and building computer systems and electronic equipment, fitting components, connecting cables and carrying out basic checks to ensure finished products meet the required standards.

This role would suit someone with experience in electrical or electronic assembly, computer building, mechanical assembly or a similar manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble computer systems, electronic equipment and component parts.
• Fit and connect cables, wiring and electrical and mechanical components.
• Follow technical drawings, instructions and assembly manuals.
• Use hand tools and specialist assembly equipment.
• Carry out basic testing and quality checks on completed products.
• Identify and report faults or assembly issues.
• Record completed work, serial numbers and test results.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and organised work area.
• Follow health and safety procedures and quality standards.
• Work with colleagues to ensure production targets and deadlines are met.

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience in electrical assembly, electronics, production assembly or a similar hands‑on role.
• The ability to follow technical instructions and drawings.
• Experience using hand tools and assembly equipment.
• Good practical skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to identify and report problems.
• A reliable, organised and methodical approach to work.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• The ability to handle components weighing up to 20kg, where required.

Experience in computer building, cable assembly or electromechanical assembly would be an advantage.