Job Title: Electrical Fitter 

Location: Cheltenham
Hours: 40 hours per week - Day shift
Pay: £17.50 per hour + Overtime

Position Summary

We are seeking an Electrical Fitter with strong practical electrical skills and experience working on automated machinery. The role involves wiring, installing, commissioning, and maintaining automation systems, ensuring high-quality electrical integration and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Wiring & Integration

Wire and connect control panels, motors, sensors, actuators, PLCs, and SCADA systems.

Route, terminate and label cables to a professional standard.

Ensure compliance with electrical safety regulations and industry standards.

Electrical Commissioning & Testing

Perform electrical commissioning of automated systems.

Carry out functional testing, fault-finding, diagnostics, and system sign-off.

Support integration work with control systems and robotics teams.

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Conduct planned electrical maintenance and respond to breakdowns.

Diagnose electrical issues and implement corrective actions quickly and effectively.

Documentation & Collaboration

Complete electrical installation reports, wiring diagrams, and checklists.

Work collaboratively with design, controls, robotics, and customer support teams to ensure seamless project delivery.

Health & Safety

Follow strict electrical safety, health, and quality procedures.

Participate in risk assessments and contribute to ongoing improvements in site safety.

Candidate Profile

Skills & Experience

Qualified electrician, electrical fitter, or multi-skilled engineer with strong electrical hands-on experience.

Competent reading electrical schematics (motors, PLCs, sensors, control panels).

Experience wiring and integrating electrical and instrumentation systems.

Attributes

Detail-oriented, methodical, and committed to high-quality workmanship.

Good communicator and team player.

Flexible and adaptable to workshop and customer-site environments.

Desirable

Experience with automation, packaging machinery, conveyors, robotics, or factory control systems.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate.

Work on cutting-edge automation and control projects.

Training in robotics, vision systems, and advanced electrical technologies.

Supportive, innovation-led working environment.

Application Process

Please submit:

Your CV

A covering letter outlining your electrical fitting experience

Any relevant certifications or previous automation work

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