Electrical Fitter

Ford & Stanley Talentwise; Newport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is looking for passionate Electrical Fitters. You will assemble electrical components for cutting-edge rail vehicles in Newport, Wales. The role requires NVQ Level 3 or relevant experience, with a strong commitment to safety standards and teamwork. This position offers a chance to work in a tech-forward environment with potential career growth.

Benefits

Hands-on exposure to advanced electrical systems

Collaboration with skilled professionals

Experience in a tech-forward environment

Qualifications

• Hands-on know-how and technical understanding for electrical assembly role.
• Collaborate well with others in a team environment.
• Know the importance of strict safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assemble electrical components with precision.
• Install safety-critical parts and test quality rigorously.
• Identify and report faults during production.
• Maintain equipment and keep workspaces clean.
• Follow all safety and quality procedures diligently.

Skills

Electrical fitting expertise

Ability to follow written instructions

Competent in using hand tools

Commitment to safe working practices

Team spirit

Education

NVQ Level 3 or relevant professional experience

Job description

Overview

Ford & Stanley Talentwise are on the lookout for passionate and driven Electrical Fitters to power up the assembly of cutting-edge rolling stock vehicles for CAF UK. Be part of an exciting new era in rail, working on next-generation rail vehicles at a state-of-the-art production facility in Newport, Wales.

What’s in It for You?

• Innovation at its finest - You'll be assembling and fitting brand-new electrical components to purpose-built trams that are shaping the future of public transport.
• Team spirit - Join a collaborative crew where your skills, ideas, and energy are valued. This is your chance to grow with like-minded professionals in a fast-paced, tech-forward environment.
• Career-boosting experience - Hands-on exposure to advanced electrical systems, using top-tier tools and equipment on an impressive production line.

Shift Patterns / Hours

Shifts: Monday to Friday 6AM - 2PM / 2PM-10PM

Contract Length: 6 months +

Location: Newport, Wales

Your Role

As an Electrical Technician, you\'ll be at the heart of bringing modern rail vehicles to life. You will:

• Bring designs to reality by accurately assembling electrical components with precision and skill.
• Ensure safety by installing safety-critical parts and rigorously testing quality to meet the highest industry standards.
• Problem-solve by identifying and reporting any faults during production, helping to keep operations running smoothly.
• Be hands-on in maintaining your equipment and keeping workspaces clean and well-organized.
• Drive excellence by following all safety and quality procedures, and completing all relevant records—both manually and digitally.

About You

You\'re not just an electrician—you\'re a team player with a can-do attitude and a passion for perfection. You bring a mix of experience, enthusiasm, and dedication. Here\'s what you\'ll need:

• Electrical fitting expertise - You\'ve got the hands-on know-how and technical understanding to thrive in an electrical assembly role.
• Team spirit - You collaborate well with others and are ready to build strong relationships in a close-knit team.
• Safety-first mindset - You know the importance of working to strict safety standards, especially in a safety-critical environment.

Essential Skills

• Ability to follow written instructions, diagrams, and verbal directions.
• Competent in using a variety of hand tools and equipment.
• Commitment to safe working practices at all times.
• NVQ Level 3 or relevant professional experience.

About Ford & Stanley Group

Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom.

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Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.

Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business