Overview
Join a Leading Defence Partner – Electrical Wiring Operator Opportunity. Our client, a trusted partner to the UK Ministry of Defence, is looking for a skilled Electrical Wiring Operator to join the Calibration & Maintenance Team on a 12‑month contract. This is an exciting chance to work in a dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive manufacturing environment where precision and innovation matter.
Key Responsibilities
* Diagnose and repair cable assemblies to ensure optimal functionality.
* Perform surface‑mount repairs on Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs).
* Maintain and repair test and measurement equipment down to component level.
* Conduct Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) across the manufacturing site.
* Interpret technical drawings during fault‑finding activities.
* Carry out safety system testing on test and measurement equipment in line with documented procedures.
* Provide technical support to enable efficient servicing of STTE for production testing and repair phases.
* Maintain a clean, organised workspace in line with best practices.
* Ensure strict tool control and adhere to Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention standards.
* Assist with the upkeep and maintenance of manufacturing aids as required.
Essential Qualifications
* Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Apprenticeship (Advanced Level or L3 Standard).
* Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Level 3 academic qualification (ONC, diploma, etc.).
* Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Level 3 vocational qualification (NVQ). This qualification is not required if a Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard has been achieved.
* All qualifications must meet the required standard to be considered for the role.
Preferred Skills & Experience
* IPC 620 certification and Dynamic Cabling training (highly desirable).
* Proven experience in electrical wiring and assembly.
* Previous experience within the aerospace or defence industry (advantageous).
Security Clearance and Background Checks
Security clearance must be British citizenship or dual UK nationality with British citizenship. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks, managed by our client’s Security Team.
Location
This role is based at our client’s site in Bolton, one of the North West’s leading manufacturing sites for at least 25 years. The facility offers showers, bike racks, a nearby motorway access and a petrol station, and includes an on‑site canteen.
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