Electrical Fitter

Mane Contract Services; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 52,004; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract services provider is seeking an experienced Electrical Fitter for a 12-month contract based in the UK. The role involves undertaking electrical installations and repairs on Royal Naval vessels. Candidates must have completed a recognized electrical apprenticeship and possess at least a level 3 qualification in an electrical discipline. A strong understanding of safe working systems and the ability to work flexibly across various trade disciplines are essential. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and is full-time, 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of electrical work required.
• Must have skills in various techniques used in ship repair and support.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical systems and associated equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe systems of work are carried out.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings.
• Install and terminate various electrical equipment.
• Conduct fault diagnosis and defect rectification.
• Execute crimping techniques and soldering.

Skills

Electrical work

Fault diagnosis

Electrical Testing

Soldering

Cable termination

Teamwork

Education

Recognised electrical apprenticeship

Level 3 qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds)

Job description

Non-local rate (39 miles from Portsmouth) £37.75per hour

12-month contract

40 hours a week Mon – Thurs 0730 – 1615 Fri 0730 – 1230

OUTLINE OF DUTIES

• Ensure safe systems of work are carried out at all times.
• Read/Interpret Electrical Drawings, MDS and Guidance information.
• Undertake new system fits across all classes of Royal Naval vessels.
• Install various types of Electrical Equipment associated with an Royal Naval vessel such as motors, starters, control panels, Radar and associated equipment, weapons systems, internal and external comms.
• Fault diagnosis and defect rectification.
• Carry out Electrical Testing.
• Execute various crimping techniques. ERMA, Gold pin.
• Soldering
• Terminate multiple types of Cable.
• Install Cable Support Systems. Cable Tray/Basket/Conduit/Hangers
• Install/Reeve cables
• Pack various types of glands / transits. Roxtec, RISE, Brattberg.
• Terminate multi pin plugs such as 608 and Amphenol.
• Remove and install basic mechanical and constructive items as required.

General information

• Based in HM Naval base Portsmouth in support of Royal Navy, RFA and commercial vessels employed as an industrial electrical fitter.
• Personnel must have a deep understanding of electrical work and be able to carry out the various techniques used in ship repair and support industry.
• Suitable candidates will have a good understanding of safe systems of work including electrical work, confined spaces, working at height and Royal Navy specific safety operations.
• In addition, a basic knowledge of mechanical systems and associated equipment is required Candidates must be flexible to undertake tasks across any trade discipline as required.
• Must be prepared to work in a team to provide a high-quality service to meet customer expectations.

Qualification requirements

• Must have completed recognised electrical apprenticeship.
• Hold a minimum a level 3 qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds) in an electrical discipline