Electrical Technician

Shorterm Group; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Shoreham-by-Sea seeks an Electrician Technician to modify electrical and mechanical systems for bespoke forklift conversions. The role requires strong panel wiring experience, understanding of engineering drawings, and a proactive attitude. Applicants must hold relevant qualifications and have their own tool kit. Competitive compensation and opportunities for overtime are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in panel or automotive electrical wiring required.
• Proven experience within a bespoke or low volume varied electrical role.
• Ability to read and understand engineering/technical drawings and processes.

Responsibilities

• Undertake electrical and mechanical modifications of equipment.
• Light fabrication for mounting brackets and ancillaries.
• Populate enclosures to wiring standards and wire the electrical system.

Skills

Panel or automotive electrical wiring

Experience in bespoke or low volume varied electrical role

Ability to read and understand engineering/technical drawings

Basic IT skills

Ability to complete documentation in a timely manner

Proactive attitude

Strong team ethic

Willingness to adhere to health and safety policies

Willingness to learn additional skills

Willingness to work overtime

Education

Apprenticeship, City & Guilds or equivalent

Tools

Own suitable tool kit

Job description

Job overview

Title: Electrician Technician

Department: Production
Reporting to: Production Lead Technician

JOB PURPOSE: An Electrical Technician works as part of a team to produce bespoke forklift truck conversions and oil and gas engine packages. This role is perfect for someone looking to move into or continue a career in the Forklift / Material Handling Electrical production / maintenance industry which could provide a stepping stone into a career here and in the likes of Automotive, Rolling Stock and Plant Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking electrical and mechanical modifications of electric and diesel-powered equipment to meet specification.
• Light fabrication to make mounting brackets inside enclosures and for ancillaries.
• Populating enclosures to wiring standards and wiring the electrical system to wiring diagram and engineering instruction.
• Selecting appropriate cables and components for each project.
• Reading and interpreting engineering instructions (drawings, wiring diagrams, photographs) to achieve project specification.
• Discussing conversion requirements with the team leader and engineer as part of the preconversion review.
• Completing project documentation as required.
• Documenting any aspects or components developed during the project for future reference.
• Participating in continuous improvement activities.
• Operating within the guidelines of the Company's policies and procedures, ISO9001 and internal work instructions.
• Complying with the Company's health and safety policies, procedures and processes.
• Ensuring that all areas, plant and equipment are kept in a clean and safe working condition and that the general area is kept in a clean and tidy state.

Experience, skills, qualifications and knowledge

Essential

• Experience in panel or automotive electrical wiring.
• Proven experience within a bespoke or low volume varied electrical role.
• Ability to read and understand engineering/technical drawings and processes.
• Basic IT skills.
• Ability to complete required documentation and records in a timely manner.
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and flexible attitude.
• Strong team ethic.
• Willingness to adhere to all health and safety policies, procedures and processes.
• Willingness to learn additional skills.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Own suitable tool kit required to complete duties.

Desirable

• Apprenticeship, City & Guilds or equivalent.
• Experience of Category 2 and Category 3 conversions.
• Awareness of quality assurance throughout the whole process.
• Ability to problem solve