Trainee Electrical Assembly Technician

System Recruitment Limited; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Eye tests

Christmas Bonus

Job summary

System Recruitment Limited is seeking a Trainee Electrical Assembly Technician in Gloucester. You will interpret schematics, assemble components and perform testing, with full on-the-job training to prepare you for a compliant electrical assembly role.

The position involves reading engineering drawings, precision assembly and working with the team to ensure quality and timely delivery in a diverse production environment.

Qualifications

• Understanding of electrical components and assembly techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Basic soldering skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret technical drawings and schematics to assemble components.
• Construct electrical assemblies according to specifications using hand tools and machinery.
• Perform final inspection, testing and quality checks throughout the process.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot assembly issues.

Skills

Electrical components understanding

Reading schematics

Soldering basics

Precision and accuracy

Troubleshooting

Team communication

Education

Electrical / Electronics / Engineering qualification

Job description

Location: Gloucester – Commutable from; Cheltenham, Stroud, Dursley, Bristol, Ross-on-Wye, Tewkesbury, Cirencester, Nailsworth, Malmesbury, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire

Post Code: GL1 5HE

Salary: £25,000 to £26,000 Overtime, Pension, Christmas Bonus, Eye Tests

Start Date: ASAP

Our client is a well-established and respected electrical manufacturer serving a diverse range of high-precision industries, including Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, and Medical. Their work spans both one-off, bespoke projects and high-volume production runs, meaning no two days are ever the same.

As part of a small, multi-skilled assembly team, you’ll be involved in the entire lifecycle of the product – from interpreting technical drawings and assembling components, through to final inspection and testing. This hands‑on, end-to-end involvement gives you a real sense of contribution and ownership over your work and makes the role both rewarding and engaging.

As a Trainee Electrical Assembly Technician you will receive full on the job training with the aim that you will, as soon as possible, be competent enough to perform an electrical assembly role to the required standard. Once trained you will construct electrical assemblies according to specifications, utilizing hand tools and machinery, and adhering to quality standards. The role involves interpreting schematics, assembling parts with precision, and conducting quality checks throughout the process.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Understanding of electrical components, assembly techniques, and ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Some form of relevant qualification – Electrical / Electronics / Engineering etc
• Basic soldering skills.
• Precision and accuracy are crucial.
• Ability to troubleshoot assembly issues and work with engineering teams to find solutions.
• Ability to perform fine motor tasks for assembling intricate components.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and follow instructions.

The role will suit individuals currently working as Trainee Electrical Assembly Technician, Junior Engineer, Graduate Electrical Engineer, Manufacturing Technician, Assembler, Engineer, Production Operative and be living within a commutable distance of Gloucester – Commutable from; Cheltenham, Stroud, Dursley, Bristol, Ross-on-Wye, Tewkesbury, Cirencester, Nailsworth, Malmesbury, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire or be willing to relocate.