Industrial Electrician
13 days ago
Great Yarmouth
Job Title: Industrial Electrician Department: Electrical / Assembly Location: Onshore – workshop based: Great Yarmouth Reports To: Lead Electrical fitter / Electrical Supervisor Permanent Overview Our client is a well-established manufacturer of heavy lifting equipment, delivering engineered solutions into demanding industrial and offshore environments. They are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to support workshop-based electrical installation, assembly, testing, and maintenance activities on heavy mechanical and electrical equipment. This role will focus on general electrical work within a controlled workshop environment and will support certified personnel where hazardous-area work is required. This position is suited to a competent industrial electrician with experience of machinery, control systems. Key Responsibilities Electrical Installation & Assembly (Workshop-Based) • Install, wire, and terminate motors, control panels, sensors, actuators, and power distribution equipment., • Carry out electrical assembly work on cranes and heavy lifting equipment under engineering drawings and specifications., • Carry out electrical testing using standard equipment such as multimeters, insulation testers, and continuity testers., • Assist with functional testing, pre-commissioning checks, and fault diagnosis under supervision., • Support planned and reactive maintenance activities on electrical systems and equipment., • Work in accordance with company safety procedures, electrical regulations, and quality standards., • Maintain accurate build records, test sheets, and job documentation., • Follow instructions from supervisors and certified personnel when working on equipment destined for hazardous environments. Skills & Competencies • Good understanding of industrial electrical systems and machinery wiring., • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and wiring diagrams., • Practical, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail., • Ability to work effectively as part of a workshop-based team., • Comfortable working to build schedules and production targets. Qualifications & Experience • Recognised electrical qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3, apprenticeship, or equivalent)., • Proven experience as an industrial or manufacturing electrician., • Experience working on machinery, plant, or heavy equipment is highly desirable. What We Offer • Competitive workshop-based hourly rate aligned to an industrial electrician position., • Opportunity to work on technically interesting heavy engineering equipment., • Training and development opportunities as the business grows., • A safe, professional, and supportive working environment.