Electrical Technician

Description:

We’re hiring an Electrical Technician for a business specialising in the manufacture and testing of high-performance subsea cable systems.

The role involves the production, assembly, termination, moulding, and testing of subsea cable assemblies to meet engineering, quality, and customer specifications.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assembling cable components, carrying out electrical and fibre optic terminations, working with specialist moulding materials, and ensuring all products meet the required quality and safety standards.

This is a full-time, onsite position offering flexible start and finish times, a competitive benefits package, and opportunities to develop technical skills within a specialist manufacturing environment. Occasional travel to customer sites in the UK and overseas may be required to assist with installation, testing, and monitoring activities.

Candidates will have demonstrable experience in an electrical technician or similar role. Experience in soldering and understanding of engineering drawings is a must, while an IPC qualification and fibre optic experience would be advantageous but are not essential.

Working Hours and Benefits

Working Hours

Full-time, onsite position working 39 hours per wee

Flexible start and finish times, allowing employees to adjust their working day within the following hours:

* Monday to Thursday: Start between 06:00 and 09:00, with finish times between 15:00 and 18:00.

* Friday: Start between 06:00 and 09:00, with finish times between 11:00 and 14:00.

Annual Leave

* 30 days’ annual leave, inclusive of public holidays, during the first two years of service . Increased entitlement of 35 days’ annual leave, inclusive of public holidays, after two years of service.

Employee Benefits

* Private Medical Insurance.

* Life Assurance.

* Health Shield Level 1.

Role Description

* Assemble components supplied in kit form in accordance with engineering drawings and work instructions.

* Prepare cable components for electrical termination, splicing, and encapsulation.

* Carry out electrical terminations and splicing using soldering and mechanical processes.

* Perform fibre optic terminations in accordance with established procedures and specifications.

* Mix and cast a variety of polyurethane, polyethylene, and epoxy resins for cable assembly and moulding applications.

* Interpret technical engineering drawings and manufacturing instructions to ensure products meet the required specifications.

* Manufacture connectors and connector inserts from raw components.

* Handle, store, and use chemicals for cleaning, priming, and moulding in strict accordance with health and safety procedures.

* Test completed products and accurately record and document test results to ensure compliance with quality requirements.

* Maintain machinery, tools, and equipment to the required operational and safety standards.

* Maintain good housekeeping practices and ensure the workshop remains clean, organised, and presentable.

* Travel to customer sites within the UK and overseas, when required, to support installation, testing, and monitoring of applications.

* Adhere to company management behaviours, policies, and equal opportunities practices.

* Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company quality procedures, health and safety requirements, and customer specifications.

Skills and Qualifications

* Demonstrable experience as an Electrical Technician or in a similar technical role.

* IPC qualification desirable but not essential.

* Practical experience in soldering and cable assembly preferred.

* Fibre optic termination experience desirable but not essential.

* Ability to read, interpret, and understand engineering drawings and technical work instructions.

* Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work