Electrical Fitter

Posting date:	19 November 2025
Salary:	£36,400 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	19 December 2025
Location:	GL54
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Workforce Recruitment and Training
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	0000531580-65507

Summary

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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