Wire Person

Service Service; Broadland; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Service in Norwich is seeking an experienced Wire Person to join our engineering and manufacturing team. You will wire harnesses, cable assemblies and sub-assemblies, applying precise soldering and strict quality standards to ensure reliable operation.

You will read engineering drawings and wiring diagrams, perform soldering, crimping, lacing and splicing, and work alongside colleagues in wiring, mechanical fitting and testing to deliver robust assemblies.

Qualifications

• Read engineering drawings, wiring schedules and circuit diagrams.
• Proficient in soldering, crimping, lacing and splicing.
• Familiarity with connectors, cable ID and production techniques.
• Awareness of electrostatic discharge (ESD) requirements.
• PCB assembly experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Wiring harnesses, cable assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Wiring cabinets and integrating wiring harnesses into units.
• Reading and following engineering drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Perform soldering, crimping, lacing and splicing tasks.
• Collaborate with wiring, mechanical fitting and testing teams.

Skills

Soldering

Reading wiring diagrams

Attention to detail

Team work

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical / similar

Apprenticeship in wiring

Job description

Wire Person

Norwich, Norfolk

Competitive Salary

We're looking for an experienced Wire Person to join an established engineering and manufacturing business, with responsibility for wiring intricate equipment to high standards of quality and reliability.

You’ll work on wiring harnesses, cable assemblies and sub-assemblies, using your soldering skills and attention to detail to ensure accurate, high-quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Wiring harnesses, cable assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Wiring cabinets and installing and connecting wiring harnesses into assembled units.
• Reading and following engineering drawings, wiring schedules and circuit diagrams.
• Carrying out soldering, crimping, lacing and splicing tasks.
• Working alongside colleagues across wiring, mechanical fitting and testing.

Requirements

• Recognised apprenticeship as a Wire Person or equivalent experience gained through previous employment.
• NVQ / City & Guilds Level 3 in a relevant discipline is preferred.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, wiring schedules and circuit diagrams.
• Proficient in soldering, crimping, lacing and splicing.
• Familiarity with specialist connectors, cable identification and cable production techniques.
• Awareness of electrostatic discharge (ESD) requirements.
• PCB assembly experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
• A methodical approach, excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Working Hours

• 37.5 hours per week:
• Monday-Thursday: 08:15-17:00
• Friday: 08:15-12:45

Overtime opportunities may be available.

If you have experience in wiring, cable assembly and precision soldering, and take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work, we'd like to hear from you.