Panel Builder / Wirer

Pertemps; Whitchurch Lane Enterprise Park; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a skilled Panel Builder to work in Hengrove, Bristol. The role involves assembling, wiring, soldering, and testing electrical control panels according to engineering drawings and internal standards. The successful candidate must uphold quality workmanship and adhere strictly to health and safety requirements. Interested applicants should apply online or inquire directly with the team for more information.

Qualifications

• Experience in assembling, wiring, soldering, and testing electrical control panels.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Knowledge of electrical components such as breakers, relays, and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Assemble control panels and perform point-to-point wiring.
• Conduct continuity checks and operational tests.
• Maintain updated assembly records and follow safety procedures.

Job description

Department: Manufacturing / Electrical Assembly
Location: Hengrove, Bristol BS14
Shift Pattern: 6am-2pm Mon-Fri (37.5 Hours)
Hourly Rate: DOE (£14-£16 PH)
Fixed-Term contract: 6 months (potential extension)
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Job Summary

Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of our client for a skilled Panel Builder. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for assembling, wiring, soldering and testing electrical control panels in accordance with engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and established internal standards. The position requires high-quality workmanship, strict adherence to health and safety requirements, and the ability to support the timely delivery of industrial automation and control system solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Panel Assembly & Wiring

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, layout drawings, and bill of materials.
• Assemble control panels, enclosures, backplates, DIN rails, and component mounting hardware.
• Perform point-to-point wiring using proper routing, labelling, and wire-management practices.
• Install electrical components such as breakers, relays, PLCs, terminal blocks, VFDs, and communication modules.
• Perform light soldering on components, terminations, or assemblies when required (experience desirable).

Quality & Testing

• Conduct continuity checks, operational tests, and quality inspections.
• Verify wiring accuracy and ensure compliance.
• Troubleshoot wiring issues and correct assembly errors.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain updated assembly records, test sheets, and panel labeling.
• Follow company manufacturing standards, electrical codes, and safety procedures.
• Communicate inconsistencies or missing information to engineering.

If you are interested in this role, please apply online or for further information. Any questions please contact Pertemps Bristol Technical team and speak to Abigail Attwood.