Electrical Fitters/Electricians - MoD and Defence

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the Defence and Weapons Systems sector is seeking skilled Electrical Fitters/Electricians for permanent roles in the Southampton area. This exciting opportunity offers flexible working arrangements, paid overtime, and a shift allowance. The successful candidates will join a dynamic team, responsible for the fitting, maintenance, and testing of electrical systems on military platforms. With a competitive salary and excellent benefits, this role promises a supportive environment where your skills will be highly valued. If you're ready to take your career to the next level in a rewarding field, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave Allowance

Share Incentives Plans

Flexible Working

Professional Development

Career Diversification

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Discounts

Academic and Mentoring Support

Annual Incentives

Qualifications

• Completed an electrical trade apprenticeship or naval/marine equivalent qualification.
• Good understanding of safe systems of work including electrical work.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret electrical drawings and technical information.
• Carry out electrical installation, maintenance, and testing on military platforms.

Skills

Electrical Drawing Interpretation

Electrical Testing (12v, 24v, 110v, 240v, 440v)

Crimping and Soldering Techniques

Electrical Installation and Maintenance

Fault Diagnosis and Defect Rectification

Use of Electrical Measuring Equipment

Working in Confined Spaces

Working at Height

Education

Electrical Trade Apprenticeship

Naval/Marine Equivalent Qualification

Tools

Electrical Measuring Equipment

Calibrating Measurement Equipment

Job description

Electrical Fitters/Electricians - Military and Defence Sector - Southampton Area - Permanent Role - Attractive + Shift Allowance and Paid Overtime

Multiple Electrical Fitters/Electricians are required for an international Defence and Weapons Systems Company that is expanding their team. Flexible working arrangements are available for these positions and they come with Paid Overtime and also a Shift Allowance if Shifts are Required.

The Electrical Fitters/Electricians will be part of the Electrical Fitting Team and will report to an Electrical Team Leader. The Electrical Fitters/Electricians will be involved in the Fitting, Maintenance and Testing of Electrical Systems and Equipment on Military and Defence Platforms.

The Electrical Fitters/Electricians have a good salary and very good company benefits on offer for the right people and you will be working alongside many like-minded electrical fitters/electricians & apprentices within a supportive and dynamic team environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities for the Electrical Fitters/Electricians

• Reading/Interpreting Electrical Drawing and Guidance Technical information.
• Carrying out Electrical Testing on 12v, 24v, 110v, 240v & 440v systems.
• Executing various crimping and soldering techniques.
• Carrying out electrical installation, maintenance and defect rectification in accordance with the project schedules to meet customer quality expectations.
• Installation, testing and maintenance of communications equipment such as VHF radios, Intercom, GPS and AIS.
• Conduct fault diagnosis and defect rectification procedures.
• Carrying out detailed electrical systems inspections.
• Be fully conversant in the use of all electrical and technical measuring equipment.
• Use calibrating measurement electrical systems equipment as required.

Key Skills, Experience and Qualifications Required for the Electrical Fitters/Electricians

• Must have completed an electrical trade apprenticeship or naval/marine equivalent qualification.
• Good understanding of safe systems of work including electrical work.
• Able to and knowledge of working in confined spaces & working at height.
• Marine or offshore experience with an understanding of electrical systems is an advantage.
• There is the potential for some national and international travel in line with the role demands.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pension Scheme
• Enhanced Annual Leave Allowance
• Share Incentives Plans if Eligible
• Flexible Working
• Professional Development
• Career Diversification
• Cycle 2 Work and Employee Discounts
• Academic and Mentoring Support
• Annual Incentives Maybe Also Available

The successful candidates must satisfy UK security clearance (SC) requirements - including the last 5 years continual UK residency due to the projects and products involved.

If you feel you meet the requirements for the role of the Electrical Fitters/Electricians then apply directly or contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment. Either Direct Line (phone number removed) or Email suitable MS Word CV's to (url removed).

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.