Electrical Fitter

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical Fitter to join our Assembly Department Electrical Team. In this role, you will carry out all electrical installation work required for the manufacture and assembly of Gas Turbine Powered Generator Packages, associated products, and equipment.

Working from engineering drawings, specifications, and established procedures, you will ensure all electrical installations are completed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and workmanship, meeting both company and customer requirements.

Main Responsibilities

• Installation of electrical systems, panels and components into Generator Package Sets in accordance with build documentation and specifications.
• Wiring with all types of cabling systems including all forms of termination e.g. MICC, conduit fixed/flexible and armoured etc.
• Layout and build of panels and bedplates determining location of equipment to allow for cabling/wiring in the most appropriate manner considering compliance with standards, protection of cables, the location of other equipment, and the minimisation of man-hours.
• Check drawings and wiring to confirm all wires have been installed, identified as required and are correctly located in the correct terminals.
• Fit electrical equipment including motors and cable tray and assist fitters with the fitting of generators.
• Assisting Test with the testing of the panels and bedplates using a variety of test and measuring equipment.
• Receive kits of parts, highlighting any shortages, inspect components for damage and confirm part number, in order to build assemblies or sub-assemblies, using professional knowledge to select appropriate crimps and cable /wires/glands etc from bulk issue.
• Assist Assembly Supervisor with review of engineering layout drawings, in relation to their accuracy and compliance with Centrax/National standards.
• Assist with repairs on equipment/tooling/machinery and fixed wiring and switchgear, including full diagnostic investigation, selection of parts, repair and final checks as directed by Supervisor.
• Assist in building infrastructure installations and modifications on site in accordance with the latest regulations. Work will involve the selection of parts layout of cables and equipment and compliance with HSE.
• After training carry out testing of portable electric appliances, including the update of records and reporting of any problems.
• Once qualified act as "Competent Person" - test cell connection/disconnection of generator sets and transformer tapping changes as required via permit to work.
• Assist with special projects including refurbishment overhaul diagnostics and repair of equipment.
• Work on customer sites and installations both in the UK and abroad.
• Carry out duties compatible with this job and the employees' individual skills as required by management.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Electrical Engineering apprenticeship or 5 years related experience
• BTEC National Certificate or City & Guilds - Electrical
• Level 3 Minimum 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations

Desirable:

• Electrical Inspection and Testing (City & Guilds 2391)
• IOSH Working Safely (or equivalent)
• Any Team Leader or Management qualification

Experience

• Experience of panel wiring/building
• Working knowledge of power generation systems
• Industrial experience preferred

Skills

• Competent in use of hand and power tools
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent time management skills
• Working knowledge of IT/MS Office
• Desire to develop professionally
• Good level of literacy and numeracy - able to follow written Company procedures and processes