Electrical Fitter

Kinetic plc

Newcastle upon Tyne

On-site

GBP 60,614,000 - 63,370,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Kinetic plc in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks an Electrical Fitter to join our fabrication team. You will perform wiring, assemble control panels, and support FAT activities in a fast-paced hydrogen-power environment.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, 18th Edition knowledge, and hands-on experience with industrial wiring and safety procedures. 37 hours across rotating early/afternoon shifts in a hands-on industrial setting.

Qualifications

NVQ/C&G level 3 or time-served apprenticeship in electrical engineering.
18th Edition BS 7671 preferred.
Experience with industrial wiring and control panels.

Responsibilities

Perform electrical assembly, high-voltage/low-voltage wiring, and cable harness integration on hydrogen power units.
Assemble control panels, switchgear, inverters, and automated control systems.
Carry out pre-commissioning checks, point-to-point wiring tests, and initial energisation procedures.
Work safely alongside mechanical and process engineering teams in a controlled manufacturing/testing environment.
Diagnose electrical faults and perform remedial work during FAT.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Control panels

Diagnostics

Safety procedures

Factory testing

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering / Electrotechnical Technology

Tools

Industrial wiring tools

Electrical harnessing

Job description

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Job Type

Contract

Permanent

Temporary

Salary From

per annum

per hour

Sector

Aerospace & Defence

Automotive & Transport

Chemical

Electronics & Technology

Energy & Utilities

Environmental

FMCG

General Manufacturing

Metals & Mining

Pharmaceutical & Scientific

Public Sector

Warehousing & Distribution

Salary

£23 - £24 per hour

Location

Newcastle upon Tyne, England, North East

Position

Electrical Fitter

Employment Type

Full-Time, Contract

Pay Rate

£23.04 per hour (~£44,300 per annum)

Working Hours

37 hours per week (2-Shift Pattern: Mornings & Afternoons)

Shift Structure

Weekly Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday - Friday)

Pattern: Rotating weekly between: Early Shift: Mornings Late Shift: Afternoons

Key Responsibilities

Perform electrical assembly, high-voltage/low-voltage wiring, and cable harness integration on hydrogen power units.
Assemble control panels, switchgear, inverters, and automated control systems.
Carry out pre-commissioning checks, point-to-point wiring tests, and initial energisation procedures.
Work safely alongside mechanical and process engineering teams in a controlled manufacturing/testing environment.
Diagnose electrical faults and perform remedial work during factory acceptance testing (FAT).

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering / Electrotechnical Technology (or recognized time-served apprenticeship). Regulations: 18th Edition BS 7671 preferred. Experience: Hands-on experience with industrial wiring, control panels, power generation, or automotive/renewable energy power systems. Safety Awareness: Knowledge of safe isolation procedures and working with energy systems (ATEX / COMPEX exposure is an advantage, though not essential).

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