Electrical fitter

TXM Recruit; Upper Poppleton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime pay

On-site training

Career progression

Job summary

TXM Recruit is seeking an Electrical Fitter or Wireman near York, North Yorkshire for a full-time contract-to-permanent role. You’ll wire panels and sub-assemblies, read engineering drawings, and build wiring looms, with neat routing through complex frames.

On-site training and a clear progression path are provided. Competitive PAYE rate up to £13.52 per hour plus overtime at £20.28 per hour; own transport preferred due to rural location.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in electrical wiring, cable running, or wiring harness assembly.
• Ability to read written instructions and circuit diagrams.
• High manual dexterity and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Routing, running, and tying cables neatly through complex mechanical structures.
• Assembling, connecting, and installing wiring looms and cable harnesses.
• Reading and following technical drawings and schematics.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Cable running

Wiring harnesses

Tools

Wire strippers

Crimping tools

Side cutters

Cordless drill

Impact driver

Heat gun

Digital multimeter

Tape measure

Job description

Job Title

Electrical Fitter / Wireman

Location

Near York, North Yorkshire

Job Type

Full-Time, Contract-to-Permanent

Salary

Up to £13.52 per hour (PAYE) + £20.28 per hour Overtime

Are you an experienced Electrical Fitter or Wireman looking for a long-term career with a successful engineering company near York? We are seeking skilled individuals for immediate starts on Monday 26th October

This full-time position offers a contract-to-permanent pathway, excellent job-specific training, and genuine career progression.

The Role

Working as an Electrical Fitter / Wireman, you will be responsible for high-quality panel and sub-assembly wiring. Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Routing, running, and tying cables neatly through complex mechanical structures.
• Assembling, connecting, and installing wiring looms and cable harnesses.
• Reading, interpreting, and following technical engineering drawings and wiring schematics.

Tool Experience Required

• Precision hand tools including wire strippers, professional crimping tools, and side cutters.
• Basic power tools such as cordless drills, impact drivers, and heat guns.
• Measurement equipment including digital multimeters and tape measures.

Requirements

• Previous experience in electrical wiring, cable running, or wiring harness assembly.
• Ability to work accurately from written instructions and circuit diagrams.
• High level of manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Own transport is essential due to the rural location near York, as public transport is not available.

Benefits

• Competitive starting rate of up to £13.52/hr PAYE.
• Enhanced overtime rate of £20.28/hr for extra hours.
• All specialized tools and comprehensive job training provided on-site.
• Permanent contract offered to successful candidates.