Electrical Fitter

First Achieve; Livingston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work pattern options

No compulsory weekend working

Job summary

First Achieve is actively seeking an experienced Electrical Fitter to join their client in Livingston on a permanent basis. This role involves diagnosing and repairing electrical faults, performing installations and planned maintenance, and collaborating with teams to minimize downtime. The ideal candidate has requisite qualifications and experience in hands-on electrical repairs. Flexible work patterns are available, allowing for preferred shifts and no compulsory weekend work.

Qualifications

• Time-served Electrician with relevant qualification required.
• Proven track record in fault finding and repairs.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical faults using test equipment.
• Perform electrical installations and planned preventative maintenance.
• Interpret technical documentation and maintain records.

Skills

Fault finding and reading technical/electrical drawings

Experience in using test equipment

Competent with electrical installations

Comfortable working at heights

Computer literate

Education

Time-served Electrician with City & Guilds 2360, HNC or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

First Achieve’s Engineering Department is actively recruiting an experienced Electrical Fitter to join our prestigious client in Livingston on a permanent basis.

You will be responsible for carrying out repairs and preventative maintenance to a high standard. You will respond promptly to plant breakdowns and use your fault-finding and problem-solving skills to resolve equipment failures. Your work will contribute to the continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical faults using test equipment and hand tools.


• Perform electrical installations and planned preventative maintenance.


• Interpret technical documentation, including work instructions, technical drawings, and schematics.


• Ensure work is completed efficiently, safely, and to high standards.


• Collaborate with the maintenance and production teams to minimise downtime.


• Maintain accurate maintenance records using computer-based systems.

Qualifications

• Time-served Electrician with City & Guilds 2360, HNC, or equivalent qualification.

Required Skills

• Proven track record in fault finding and reading technical/electrical drawings.


• Experience in using test equipment and performing hands-on electrical repairs.


• Competent with electrical installations and scheduled maintenance work.


• Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.


• Computer literate and able to manage basic digital records and systems.

Pay range and compensation package

• Flexible work pattern: Choose between weekday shift rotation or weekend-only work – whichever suits your lifestyle.


• No compulsory weekend working (unless preferred).