Electrical Operative

📍 Location: Sparkford, Somerset
🕒 Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
📄 Contract Type: Temporary (with potential for extension)
💷 Pay Rate: £15.00 - £18.00 per hour (depending on experience)

The Role

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Operative to join a busy manufacturing team in Sparkford. This role is ideal for someone with a strong electrical background who is looking to gain further experience within a production environment.

Working alongside experienced Control Panel Wiremen, you will support the assembly and wiring of electrical accessories and components, helping to alleviate pressure on the existing team while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.

This position would suit an electrical graduate, electrical assembler, electrical technician, or someone with relevant hands-on electrical experience who can quickly adapt to a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Wiring electrical accessories including fans, sensors, motors and related components.
• Wiring and fitting electrical plugs and connectors.
• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings, wiring schematics and wiring schedules.
• Assembling cable looms and associated electrical components.
• Using hand tools safely and effectively.
• Carrying out soldering tasks to a high standard.
• Working with bootlace ferrules, insulated crimps and lug crimps.
• Supporting production activities while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Reporting any issues, concerns, or queries to supervisors promptly.

Skills & Experience Required

Essential

• Previous electrical assembly or wiring experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Experience using hand tools in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Experience wiring fans, sensors, motors, or similar accessories.
• Good soldering skills.
• Experience with cable loom assembly.
• Knowledge of bootlace ferrules, insulated crimps, and lug crimps.
• Previous experience working within a production or manufacturing environment.
• Electrical qualification or relevant electrical training.

Personal Attributes

• Positive, proactive, and can-do attitude.
• Eagerness to learn and develop new skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Dedicated to continuous improvement and high standards of workmanship.
• Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
• Opportunity to work within a well-established manufacturing business.
• Supportive team environment.
• Valuable experience within electrical manufacturing and assembly.
• Potential for longer-term opportunities for the right candidate.

To find out more or explore similar opportunities:
📞 Call: 01823 212043
📧 Email: elliot.grant@irweb.co.uk

Allocation Number: INDTB

Contact information

Elliot Grant