Electrician-JN -102026-558498

JN -102026-558498

Job Description:

Electrician

Location: Derry/Londonderry

Pay: £41,100.80 per year

We’re recruiting on behalf of a leading global manufacturing company based in Derry/Londonderry. Due to continued growth, our client is seeking experienced Electricians to join their expanding production team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a modern manufacturing environment, assembling and wiring electrical switchgear and control panels while enjoying excellent benefits, long-term career progression and ongoing technical development.

Working alongside a highly skilled team, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical products used across a range of industrial applications.

 

What’s on Offer

• Annual performance and attendance bonus
• Competitive overtime rates with bonus hours scheme
• Permanent, full-time position
• Employer pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Company Social Club
• Incentivised gym membership
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and career development
• Long-term progression opportunities within a global manufacturing business

 

The Role

Reporting to the Production Manager and Supervisors, you’ll be responsible for the electrical wiring, assembly and testing of LV/MV switchgear and control panels, ensuring work is completed to the highest quality standards and within production deadlines.

You’ll work from engineering drawings and electrical schematics while supporting both factory-based manufacturing and occasional on-site installation work.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Wire and assemble LV/MV switchgear and electrical control panels
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics and technical documentation
• Assemble electrical and electromechanical equipment to specification
• Carry out panel testing, including current injection testing
• Perform electrical fault finding and resolve wiring issues
• Complete electrical and mechanical modifications where required
• Carry out thermal imaging inspections and prepare reports
• Assemble prototype and development units
• Raise material requirements and order components for allocated work
• Identify and report defective or non-conforming components
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment
• Support colleagues by sharing technical knowledge and promoting best practices
• Ensure all work is completed in line with quality and safety standards

 

What We’re Looking For

• City & Guilds Electrical Qualification with Engineering Apprenticeship (AM2) or equivalent
• Experience within electrical switchgear manufacturing or a similar industrial environment
• Previous experience carrying out field service work or on-site installations
• Current 17th Edition Electrical Qualification (or equivalent)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
• Strong electrical assembly and fault-finding skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts

 

Desirable

• Mechanical knowledge or experience
• Familiarity with Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
• Experience using engineering tools, electrical hand tools and torque equipment
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

 

Why Apply?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established international manufacturer that invests in its people, offers genuine career progression and provides the chance to work on technically advanced electrical products in a modern production environment.

Whether you’re an experienced Industrial Electrician, Manufacturing Electrician or Electrical Assembly Electrician looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.