Technician Engineer JM 23 and 24

Triumph Consultants Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Cable Bay Technician in Flintshire. The role involves manufacturing, testing, and repairing avionics and weapons system cables. Candidates must have NVQ Level 2 and 3 qualifications and expertise in cable manufacture. This is a 6-month contract position offering £15.85 per hour with a focus on quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• PTT qualified and certified.
• Demonstrated experience in cable manufacture and repair.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and repair cable assemblies to exacting standards.
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality regulations.

Skills

Interpreting electrical and mechanical drawings

Using test equipment for diagnostics

Hand skills (crimping, soldering, etc.)

Cable manufacture techniques

Understanding safe practices with live systems

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations

NVQ Level 3 in Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

Electrical and mechanical test equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking a skilled Cable Bay Technician to join their team in Flintshire. In this role, you will be responsible for the manufacture, testing, and repair of avionics, maritime, ground, and weapons system cables, wiring harnesses, and looms. The position requires a high level of precision and technical expertise to ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards. You will work with engineering drawings and diagrams to deliver timely and efficient solutions, contributing to a team environment focused on meeting performance targets and driving continuous improvement.

Job Details

• Role: Technician Engineer
• Job code: JM 23 and 24
• Salary: £15.85 per hour PAYE
• Contract: 6 months
• Hours: 37 per week
• Location: Flintshire

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and repair cable assemblies, looms, and harnesses to exacting standards.
• Read, interpret, and work from complex engineering drawings and diagrams.
• Use electrical and mechanical test equipment for diagnostics and verification.
• Complete all required documentation to maintain a clear audit trail.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations.
• Collaborate with production and other business teams to support innovation and efficiency.
• Inspect completed work to ensure conformity to design and customer specifications.
• Support coordination of cable projects, including tooling, documentation, and testing.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Strong ability to interpret electrical and mechanical drawings/diagrams.
• Skilled in using electrical and mechanical test equipment for serviceability checks and fault-finding.
• Proficient in hand skills such as crimping, soldering, wire stripping, and use of heat guns and winding machinery.
• In-depth knowledge of cable manufacture techniques (harnesses, looms, terminations, and connections).
• PTT qualified and certified.
• NVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations and NVQ Level 3 in Aeronautical Engineering (Manufacturing Aircraft Wiring Looms), ONC equivalent, or recognised apprenticeship/industry experience.
• Demonstrated experience in cable manufacture and repair in a relevant technical environment.
• Understanding of safe practices when working with live electrical systems.

Desirable

• Experience in repairs and modifications of components across varying complexities.
• Competency with both electrical and mechanical hand tools.
• Knowledge of theoretical and practical electronics.
• Ability to interpret complex circuit diagrams.

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