Electrical Technician

Holt Engineering Ltd; Poole; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays.

Christmas shutdown.

Enhanced pension scheme.

Cycle to Work scheme.

Eyecare vouchers.

Employee referral bonus scheme.

Ongoing training and career developm​+

Job summary

Holt Engineering Ltd in Poole is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to join a growing manufacturing team. You will build, wire and test bespoke machinery, drawing on your electrical apprentice training and hands-on experience to deliver safe, high-quality systems.

Working with mechanical, test and quality teams, you will interpret schematics, assemble control panels, perform electrical tests and document builds.

Qualifications

• Electrical apprenticeship or equivalent industry experience.
• At least two years in electrical assembly, panel wiring or electro-mechanical build.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, circuit diagrams and schematics.
• Experience conducting electrical testing and fault diagnosis.
• IPC certification would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire electrical systems using electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical drawings.
• Build and install electrical control panels into bespoke machinery.
• Carry out electrical testing, inspections and safety checks throughout the build process.
• Complete build documentation and test records accurately.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with production teams to achieve right-first-time builds.

Skills

Electrical assembly experience

Interpret electrical drawings

Electrical testing and fault diagnosis

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Electrical apprenticeship or equivalent

IPC certification (advantageous)

Job description

I am recruiting on behalf of my client for an experienced Electrical Technician to join their expanding manufacturing team in Poole.

Following significant investment of more than £1 million into their facilities and equipment, this is an exciting time to become part of a business that continues to grow through innovation, quality, and engineering excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Electrical Technician who enjoys building, wiring and testing bespoke machinery within a clean, modern manufacturing environment. Working alongside skilled Mechanical, Test and Quality teams, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality products that meet exacting customer standards.

The role

As an Electrical Technician, you will:

• Assemble and wire electrical systems using electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical drawings.
• Build and install electrical control panels into bespoke machinery.
• Carry out electrical testing, inspections and safety checks throughout the build process.
• Complete build documentation and test records accurately.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with production teams to achieve right-first-time builds.

What I'm looking for

• A completed electrical apprenticeship or equivalent industry experience.
• At least two years’ experience in electrical assembly, panel wiring or electro-mechanical build.
• The ability to confidently interpret electrical drawings, circuit diagrams and wiring schematics.
• Experience carrying out electrical testing and fault diagnosis.
• IPC certification would be advantageous.

About you

You'll be a detail-focused Electrical Technician who takes pride in producing high-quality work. You will also bring:

• Knowledge of safe working practices across a variety of electrical voltage systems.
• A methodical and organised approach to assembly and documentation.
• A positive attitude with the flexibility to support different production activities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary depending on experience.
• Annual salary reviews.
• 25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• Christmas shutdown.
• Enhanced pension scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Employee referral bonus scheme.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.

If you're looking for an Electrical Technician position where you'll work with advanced equipment, modern facilities and a company that genuinely invests in its people, I'd like to hear from you.