Electrical Technician

Our client based in Shoreham-by-Sea is looking to recruit an Electrical Technician to work as part of a team to produce bespoke forklift truck conversions and oil and gas engine packages. Hours: Monday to Thursday 8.15am to 5pm (30 mins for lunch) and Friday 8.15am to 12.45pm.  RESPONSIBILITIES: Undertaking electrical and mechanical modifications of electric and diesel-powered equipment to meet specification. Light fabrication to make mounting brackets inside enclosures and for ancillaries. Populating enclosures to wiring standards and wiring the electrical system to wiring diagram and engineering instruction. Selecting appropriate cables and components for each project. Reading and interpreting engineering instructions (drawings, wiring diagrams, photographs) to achieve project specification. Discussing conversion requirements with the team leader and engineer as part of the pre-conversion review. Completing project documentation as required. Documenting any aspects or components developed during the project for future reference. Participating in continuous improvement activities. Operating within the guidelines of the Company's policies and procedures, ISO9001 and internal work instructions. Complying with the Company's health and safety policies, procedures and processes. Ensuring that all areas, plant and equipment are kept in a clean and safe working condition. and that the general area is kept in a clean and tidy state. EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE: Essential Experience in panel or automotive electrical wiring. Proven experience within a bespoke or low volume varied electrical role. Ability to read and understand engineering/technical drawings and processes. Basic IT skills. Ability to complete required documentation and records in a timely manner. Proactive, enthusiastic, and flexible attitude. Strong team ethic. Willingness to adhere to all health and safety policies, procedures and processes. Willingness to learn additional skills. Willingness to work overtime when required. Own suitable tool kit required to complete duties. Desirable Apprenticeship, City & Guilds or equivalent. Experience of Zone 1 and Zone 2 conversions. Awareness of quality assurance throughout the whole process. Ability to problem solve. Benefits: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Holiday purchase scheme – an extra 2 weeks of holiday can be purchased Company sick pay after a qualifying period which increases with length of service 5% employer pension contribution to be matched by the employee – salary sacrifice pension is available Life assurance at 3 x annual basic salary Cash back health plan Cycle to work scheme Employee assistance programme Health surveillance and health checks Other wellbeing and engagement activities and initiatives Learning and development opportunities