Description
Trant Te-Tech design, custom build and install a wide range of high quality control panels, motor control centres (MCC’s) and automation systems, offering conventional, intelligent and withdrawable systems with outstanding reliability and functionality.
We are currently looking for a proven Wireperson to join our workshop based near Totton, Southampton.
You will be responsible for the accurate assembly and wiring of control panels, MCCs, and automation systems in accordance with electrical drawings, specifications, and applicable standards. The role plays a key part in ensuring assemblies meet quality, safety, and compliance requirements prior to inspection and testing.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Responsibilities - Panel & MCC Wiring
* Carry out wiring of control panels, MCCs, and automation systems to approved schematics and wiring diagrams.
* Install and terminate power, control, and instrumentation cabling.
* Assemble and wire MCCs and control panels.
* Ensure correct segregation, routing and termination in line with design and compliance requirements.
Technical Support & Collaboration
* Accurately interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and general arrangement drawings.
* Mark up drawings where required to reflect as-built changes.
* Follow work instructions and build documentation.
* Work collaboratively with fellow wire-people, testers, and supervisors to meet production targets.
* Support improvements in wiring practices, layout, and efficiency.
* Provide feedback to supervisors on build issues or potential improvements.
SHE&Q and Compliance
* Carry out self-checks and peer checks prior to formal testing.
* Identify and report defects, non-conformances or drawing discrepancies.
* Work safely in accordance with company H&S procedures and UK legislation.
* Maintain a clean, tidy and organised working area.
* Use tools, equipment, and PPE correctly at all times.
Key Interfaces:
Internal Interfaces
* Workshop Supervisor
* Production Manager
* Test Engineer
* Design & Engineering Teams
* Automation Team
* Stores / Logistic
* Quality Team
External Interfaces
* Clients / Inspectors (as required)
* Suppliers (limited)
Core Values
Uphold and promote the Company’s Core Values – Care, Trust, Respect and Sustainability.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
* Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and GA drawings.
* Working knowledge of electrical safety practices and workshop H&S requirements.
* Familiarity with quality-controlled manufacturing processes.
* Proven experience wiring control panels, MCCs, or similar electrical assemblies.
* Experience terminating power, control, and instrumentation wiring.
* Experience working from schematics, wiring schedules, and BOMs.
* Experience completing work to high quality and safety standards in a workshop environment.
Desirable
* Awareness or training relating to BS EN 61439-2:2021.
* Manufacturer or industry training on MCCs, switchgear and automation systems.
* Experience with PLC I/O wiring, automation panels, and instrumentation.
* Experience supporting test and inspection activities, including rectification of faults.
* Experience working on custom-built, client-specific panel builds.
Benefits
At Trant, we offer the opportunity for career development and progression within a professional working environment, and we strongly encourage employees to gain professional qualifications and fully support individuals on their journeys towards chartership.
Our company benefits package includes.
* Competitive hourly rates
* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* Options to buy additional holiday via salary sacrifice
* Company Pension Scheme
* Employee Assistance Program
* Free onsite parking
* Bike to Work Scheme
Trant Engineering has a long history of engineering and construction excellence, delivering high quality EPC engineering and construction services throughout the UK and overseas. We successfully design & deliver complex engineering projects in sectors such as Process & Water, Energy, Defence, Oil & Gas and Nuclear.
We offer clients a range of services including design, manufacturing, installation, construction and commissioning. Through collaboration with our strategic technology partners and enhancing our in-house design and manufacturing capability, we have aligned the company to be at the forefront of engineering excellence.
Our in-house multi-disciplinary services include civil, process, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation, supplemented by the design and manufacture of Control Panels, MCC’s, PLC’s, SCADA and automation systems.
We have over 1000 employees and with a healthy forward order book with a targeted turnover of £150m this year, it is an exciting time to join a business where you can reach your full potential and develop your career.