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Electrical Fitters/Electricians – MoD and Defence

Jonathan Lee Recruitment

Southampton

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Full time

26 days ago

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Job summary

A leading international Defence and Weapons Systems Company is seeking skilled Electrical Fitters/Electricians to join their dynamic team in Southampton. This permanent role offers an attractive salary, shift allowances, and paid overtime. Successful candidates will be involved in the fitting, maintenance, and testing of electrical systems on military platforms while enjoying flexible working arrangements and excellent company benefits. Ideal applicants will have completed an electrical trade apprenticeship and possess strong skills in electrical testing and installation. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and career diversification.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme
Enhanced Annual Leave Allowance
Share Incentives Plans
Flexible Working
Professional Development
Career Diversification
Cycle to Work
Employee Discounts
Academic and Mentoring Support
Annual Incentives

Qualifications

  • Completed an electrical trade apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
  • Good understanding of safe systems of work in electrical tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Reading electrical drawings and executing testing on various voltage systems.
  • Carrying out installations, maintenance, and defect rectification.

Skills

Electrical Drawing Interpretation
Electrical Testing (12v to 440v)
Crimping and Soldering Techniques
Fault Diagnosis
Electrical Systems Inspection
Use of Electrical Measuring Equipment
Confined Spaces Work
Marine/Offshore Experience

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 work in confined spaces & 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 01384 446127 or Email suitable MS Word CV's to peter.heap@jonlee.co.uk.

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