Panel Wirer

Panel Wirer

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• Location: Peterborough, UK
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• Job Type: Full-time
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• Salary: £45k base, up to £60k with overtime
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Join our clients' innovative team as a Panel Wirer, specialising in building and testing Custom Control Panels in Peterborough. This role is perfect for a skilled panel wirer with leadership aspirations, offering a chance to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment within the food industry.

Day-to-day of the role:

Panel Building and Testing (Workshop in Peterborough)

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• Assemble mild and stainless steel control panel enclosures.
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• Layout and assemble components on gear plates.
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• Perform panel wiring up to 415VAC including 3-phase, flexibar wiring, and point-to-point panel wiring from schematics.
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• Conduct pre-delivery electrical panel testing, fault finding, rectification, and verification.
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On-Site Electrical Modifications (Requires Travel in the UK and Abroad)

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• Retrofit and modify panels on-site, involving cabling and wiring in industrial settings, particularly food factories.
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• Conduct on-site electrical testing and fault finding.
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• Provide electrical support for IO test and commissioning.
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• Work on live panels and ensure compliance with safety standards.
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Required Skills & Qualifications:

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• Electrical technical qualifications such as NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation/Maintenance or a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, ideally obtained during a formal apprenticeship.
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• At least 1 year of relevant experience in panel building and site modifications.
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• Desire to lead a small team and potentially become deputy to the Production Manager.
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• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
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• Knowledge of current electrical regulations and safety standards.
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• Familiarity with drives, PLCs, and control gear.
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• Flexible, self-motivated, and a team player.
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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel within the UK and internationally.
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Benefits:

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• Competitive salary package.
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• Overtime, bonus, and company pension.
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• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
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• Private medical insurance.
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• Opportunities for professional development and training in an international company.
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• Company vans provided for field work.
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• Food and accommodation covered for overnight stays.
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Additional Information:

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• 60-70% of work conducted in the workshop, the remainder in the field.
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• Increased site work during summer due to more shutdowns.
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• Work hours in the workshop are from 7 AM to 4 PM or 6 PM.
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• Overtime rates: 25% extra for weekdays and Saturdays, 50% extra for Sundays.
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• Expected overnight stays are about 5/6 nights a month across the year.
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To apply for this Panel Wirer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

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