REED CONSTRUCTION LIMITED
Panel Wirer
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Panel Wirer
Location: Peterborough, UK
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £45k base, up to £60k with overtime
Join our client's 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:
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Panel Building and Testing (Workshop in Peterborough)
- Assemble mild and stainless steel control panel enclosures.
- Layout and assemble components on gear plates.
- Perform panel wiring up to 415VAC including 3-phase, flexibar wiring, and point-to-point panel wiring from schematics.
- 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)
- Retrofit and modify panels on-site, involving cabling and wiring in industrial settings, particularly food factories.
- Conduct on-site electrical testing and fault finding.
- Provide electrical support for IO test and commissioning.
- Work on live panels and ensure compliance with safety standards.
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Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 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.
- At least 1 year of relevant experience in panel building and site modifications.
- Desire to lead a small team and potentially become deputy to the Production Manager.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of current electrical regulations and safety standards.
- Familiarity with drives, PLCs, and control gear.
- Flexible, self-motivated, and a team player.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Valid driving licence and willingness to travel within the UK and internationally.
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Benefits:
- Competitive salary package.
- Overtime, bonus, and company pension.
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
- Private medical insurance.
- Opportunities for professional development and training in an international company.
- Company vans provided for field work.
- Food and accommodation covered for overnight stays.
Additional Information:
- 60-70% of work conducted in the workshop, the remainder in the field.
- Increased site work during summer due to more shutdowns.
- Work hours in the workshop are from 7 AM to 4 PM or 6 PM.
- Overtime rates: 25% extra for weekdays and Saturdays, 50% extra for Sundays.
- Expected overnight stays are about 5/6 nights a month across the year.
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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