Workshop Electrician

ion-tec Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Private healthcare

Death in Service benefit

Ongoing training and development

Modern workshop facilities

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

ion-tec Ltd is seeking a skilled Workshop Electrician to join our Dewsbury-based engineering and manufacturing team. You will assemble, wire, test and commission electrical systems and control panels for industrial equipment in a busy workshop.

The role involves interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and performing fault-finding, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality. Overtime is paid after 39 hours.

Qualifications

• Recognised electrical qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) knowledge is required.
• Experience reading electrical drawings/schematics and wiring panels.
• Experience in panel/machine wiring or industrial electrical assembly.
• Strong fault-finding skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Build, wire and assemble electrical control panels and industrial equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and drawings.
• Carry out installation, testing and inspection of manufactured equipment.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical faults.
• Ensure compliance with electrical regs and quality standards.
• Collaborate with engineers and production to deliver on time.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised workshop environment.

Skills

Electrical qualification

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Read electrical drawings

Panel wiring

Fault-finding

Teamwork / independent work

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Control panels knowledge

Job description

Workshop Electrician

Engineering & Manufacturing

Location: Dewsbury, West Yorkshire

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Days only - Monday to Thursday

Salary: £41,600 to £47,840 dependant on experience

Overtime paid after 39 hours at time and a half

Join Our Team

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Workshop Electrician to join our growing engineering and manufacturing team based in Dewsbury.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced electrician who enjoys working in a workshop environment, building, wiring, testing and commissioning electrical systems and control panels for industrial equipment and machinery.

The Role

As a Workshop Electrician, you will be responsible for the assembly, wiring, testing and fault finding of electrical systems and equipment to a high standard. Working closely with our engineering and production teams, you will ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, wire and assemble electrical control panels and industrial equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical drawings.
• Carry out electrical installation, testing and inspection of manufactured equipment.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical faults.
• Ensure all work complies with current electrical regulations and company quality standards.
• Work collaboratively with mechanical engineers and production personnel to deliver projects on time.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised workshop environment.

Essential Requirements

• Recognised Electrical Qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
• Previous experience as a Workshop Electrician within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Experience in panel wiring, machine wiring or industrial electrical assembly.
• Strong fault-finding skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with control panels, PLC wiring and industrial automation.
• Knowledge of three-phase systems, motors, inverters and control circuits.
• Electrical testing and inspection experience.
• Familiarity with machinery build and commissioning.

What We Offer

• Permanent, full-time employment.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Private healthcare.
• Death in Service benefit.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Modern workshop facilities.
• A supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression.