Semi skilled electrical assembly operatives

NZ Kelp Ltd, Eyris Blue Pearls, Sea-right Investments; Dumbarton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Electrical Assembly Operative in a leading power solutions company. This role is ideal for motivated individuals with a strong electrical background and a passion for teamwork. You will be responsible for the assembly of large generator sets, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating closely with mechanical fitters. A flexible and proactive approach is essential, as you will work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you are eager to contribute to a collaborative team and have a knack for problem-solving, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical assembly and modern manufacturing is essential.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and instrumentation drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assemble generator sets as part of a team with fitters.
• Maintain plant and electrical equipment to legal standards.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Team coordination skills

Effective communicator

Organised approach

Ability to interpret electrical schematics

Problem-solving ability

PC literacy (Excel/Word)

Education

Electrical qualification

At least 3 years’ experience

Job description

We are urgently recruiting Electrical Assembly operatives for long-term temporary positions with our client, the world's leading supplier of temporary power solutions.

We are looking to recruit experienced, well-motivated individuals to work as part of a team. Your main responsibilities will be the electrical assembly of large generator sets. Experience of working in an industrial/manufacturing environment would be advantageous, particularly with 3 phase supply and wiring control panels.

Candidates should have experience of working in a modern manufacturing environment. A safety-conscious attitude, ability to work under own initiative, and having a flexible approach are also essential requirements for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Work as part of a team with mechanical fitters and semi-skilled fitters to assemble generator sets.
2. Ensure all plant and electrical equipment is maintained to minimum legal standards.
3. Ensure health and safety procedures are maintained at all times.

Approach to Job:

The job holder will be energetic, team-oriented, approachable, flexible, hands-on, and a self-starter with a natural ability to motivate others in achieving set objectives. The working environment is manufacturing and plant-based to facilitate a strong communication link between all departments. Visibility and support with production on the factory floor will be required.

Experience & Education – Essential:

• Electrical knowledge
• Team coordination skills
• Effective communicator
• Organised approach
• Familiarity with systems
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics & instrumentation drawings

Experience & Education – Desirable:

• Electrical qualification
• At least 3 years’ experience

Skills & Attributes – Essential:

• Organised – systems-oriented
• Detail and accuracy-oriented
• Problem-solving ability & logical decision-making thought process
• Actively shares knowledge
• PC literate – Excel/Word etc.

Personal qualities – Essential:

• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Results-oriented – gets things done
• Takes accountability
• Pragmatic – can-do attitude
• Analytical – can interpret and use numbers
• People management skills – able to work with and through people to make the most of their skills
• Accurate and honest
• Desire to learn
• Flexible/reliable/conscientious

Hours: Dayshift - Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday – 0630 to 0730 start times (40 hours basic working week). Overtime available.