Panel Wirer

Wigston Source: WhatJobs

Up to £18 per hour

Panel Wirer - Switchgear & Control Panels

Panel Wiring, Switchgear & Electrical Assembly

Location: Wigston, Leicester LE18

Rate: Up to £18 per hour

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, with overtime available

Marmon Lift Recruitment is working with an established engineering and manufacturing business seeking an experienced Panel Wirer to join their electrical assembly team in Wigston, Leicester.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practical and hands-on Panel Wirer with experience working on switchgear and electrical control panels.

The role will involve panel wiring, electrical assembly and working from electrical drawings and schematics to ensure panels are built accurately and to the required standards.

Occasional site work will also be required, so candidates with previous experience fitting, installing or commissioning electrical panels and switchgear on site would be highly desirable.

This role would suit someone with a strong electrical engineering background who is confident working independently, has excellent attention to detail and takes pride in producing high-quality work.

Panel Wirer Responsibilities

Wire and assemble electrical control panels and switchgear
Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics and wiring diagrams
Carry out panel wiring in line with drawings and specifications
Install electrical components, control gear and switchgear
Complete electrical assembly and termination work
Carry out quality checks and identify wiring or assembly issues
Test and fault-find panels where required
Ensure work is completed accurately and to a high standard
Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment
Work independently while contributing effectively as part of the wider engineering team
Attend customer sites when required for fitting, installation or associated electrical work

The Ideal Panel Wirer

Previous experience as a Panel Wirer / Panel Builder / Electrical Fitter - ESSENTIAL
Previous experience working with switchgear - ESSENTIAL
Experience wiring and assembling electrical control panels - ESSENTIAL
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics - ESSENTIAL
Strong electrical assembly and wiring skills - ESSENTIAL
Experience with electrical components, terminals and control gear - ESSENTIAL
Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality - ESSENTIAL
Strong practical problem-solving skills - ESSENTIAL
Hands-on and proactive attitude with a strong team spirit - ESSENTIAL
Previous experience with electrical fitting or installation work on site - DESIRABLE
Experience installing or commissioning switchgear/control panels - DESIRABLE
ECS Card - PREFERRED, BUT NOT ESSENTIAL
18th Edition qualification - PREFERRED, BUT NOT ESSENTIAL