Panel Wire Person

Galliford Try Group; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Corporate discounts

Cycle to Work

Comprehensive pension plan

Save as You Earn share purchase scheme

Private medical scheme options

Job summary

Galliford Try Group is seeking a skilled Panel Wireperson to join our Plymouth manufacturing team. You will perform mechanical and electrical assembly to high quality standards, interpreting electrical drawings and following QA procedures.

You’ll collaborate with production, manufacturing and operations, with occasional site travel across the UK. We welcome proactive, adaptable individuals who prioritise safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Electrical discipline or equivalent.
• 18th Edition qualification (or equivalent).
• Valid CSCS card (desirable).
• Experience in industrial or utilities environments.
• Skilled in control panel work, instrumentation termination, and reading schematic drawings.
• Strong ability to interpret electrical drawings.
• Able to meet production schedules with zero defects.
• Excellent understanding of workplace Health & Safety.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all work complies with Health & Safety at Work Act and company Business Assurance systems.
• Work in line with Company Business Management System, Quality Manual, and production-related procedures (including QA forms).
• Highlight any issues before work begins.
• Carry out mechanical and electrical assembly tasks following procedures, instructions, and engineering drawings.
• Report problems, errors, or shortages to Production Management promptly.
• Prepare completed equipment for testing and inspection.
• Attend site when needed to support installation and other activities (UK-wide travel may be required). Training or competency validation may be necessary.
• Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness and organisation in line with 6S principles.
• Ensure all tools, benches, and work equipment are kept clean, orderly, and safe.

Skills

Control panel work

Instrumentation termination

Reading schematic drawings

Electrical drawings

Health & Safety

Continuous Improvement

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Electrical

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

Panel Wireperson

Location –Plymouth (with occasional site work)

We're looking for a skilled Panel Wireperson to join our manufacturing team in Plymouth. Working primarily from our modern facility, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, right-first-time solutions for our customers.

You’ll work closely with our production, manufacturing, and operations teams, gaining a strong understanding of our products and contributing to some of the UK’s most exciting MEICA projects. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing:

• Ensure all work complies with the Health & Safety at Work Act and company Business Assurance systems.


• Work in line with the Company Business Management System, Quality Manual, and production-related procedures (including QA forms).


• Highlight any issues before work begins.


• Carry out mechanical and electrical assembly tasks following procedures, instructions, and engineering drawings.


• Report problems, errors, or shortages to Production Management promptly.


• Prepare completed equipment for testing and inspection.


• Attend site when needed to support installation and other activities (UK-wide travel may be required). Training or competency validation may be necessary.


• Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness and organisation in line with 6S principles.


• Ensure all tools, benches, and work equipment are kept clean, orderly, and safe.

About you:

• NVQ Level 2/3 in an Electrical discipline (or equivalent).


• 18th Edition qualification (or equivalent).


• Valid CSCS card (desirable).


• Experience within industrial or utilities environments.


• Skilled in control panel work, instrumentation termination, and reading schematic drawings.


• Strong ability to interpret electrical drawings.


• Able to consistently meet production schedules, delivering high-quality work with zero defects.


• Excellent understanding of workplace Health & Safety.


• Experience with Continuous Improvement practices.


• Confident communicator, both written and verbal.


• Positive, proactive, and adaptable, with a willingness to tackle technical challenges and adjust to changing priorities.

What We Can Offer in Return:

With an impressive order book of over £3.8 billion we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.

We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential.

Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged.

Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team.

Our Benefits:

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays


• A wide range of corporate discounts


• Cycle to Work schemes


• Comprehensive pension plan


• Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme


• Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it


• Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role

About us:

Our purpose is to improve people’s lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.

We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.

Additional Information:

Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process.

As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, and at Galliford Try we warmly welcome applications from people from all walks of life.