At a Glance
- Tasks: Assemble and wire electrical products in a clean, modern workshop.
- Company: Join a leading defence manufacturing company with over 70 years of experience.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, stable hours, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Enjoy a clean workspace with onsite amenities and easy access to transport.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in defence engineering while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Must have completed an electrical or manufacturing apprenticeship.
The predicted salary is between 44000 - 48000 £ per year.
Defence Manufacturing | Bolton | Long term Contract
£21.12 PAYE / £28.35 Umbrella | 37 hrs | Mon-Fri | Onsite
Are you an apprenticeship trained Electrical Fitter looking for stable, long term work, clean workshop conditions, and consistent day shift hours? This is an opportunity to join a well established defence manufacturing programme at a modern Bolton facility, working on high quality, mission critical products with clear processes, strong quality standards, and long term demand.
The Role
As an Electrical Fitter, you'll be part of an experienced electrical manufacturing team, responsible for assembly, wiring, and certification of electrical products built to approved drawings and industry standards. You'll work in a structured, regulated environment where quality, safety, and right first time builds are key.
What You'll Be Doing
- Electrical assembly, wiring, soldering, and termination to drawings and build instructions
- Certifying your own work in line with product certification and quality procedures
- Using hand tools, jigs, fixtures, and electrical measuring equipment
- Carrying out self checks and inspections to ensure defect free builds
- Completing manufacturing and certification documentation accurately
- Working closely with inspection, test, and engineering teams
- Maintaining high standards of safety, ESD compliance, and housekeeping
- Supporting continuous improvement across the manufacturing line
What We're Looking For
Essential
- Completed electrical or manufacturing apprenticeship (Level 3 or equivalent)
- Hands on experience in electrical wiring, fitting, assembly, or loom build
- Comfortable working to engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards
Desirable (not essential)
- IPC 610 and/or IPC 620 exposure
- Defence, aerospace, or other regulated manufacturing experience
- ESD, manual handling, or lifting & slinging training
Don't worry if you don't tick every box - relevant electrical manufacturing experience is what matters most.
Qualifications (Essential Pathways)
You must hold one of the following:
- Advanced / Level 3 Electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Apprenticeship
- Level 3 academic qualification (ONC / Diploma or equivalent) AND Level 3 vocational qualification (NVQ) (NVQ not required if a Level 3 apprenticeship standard has been achieved)
Security Clearance
British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team.
About the Site
For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air. You'll benefit from:
- Clean, modern working environment
- Onsite canteen, showers, and bike storage
- Easy motorway access and nearby amenities
What Happens Next?
If your application meets the initial criteria, a member of our talent team will contact you to arrange a structured screening call to discuss your experience, the role, and next steps in more detail.
Electrical Fitter in Edinburgh employer: Guidant Global
Join a leading defence manufacturing company in Bolton, where you will enjoy a clean, modern working environment and the stability of long-term contracts. With a strong focus on quality and safety, this employer offers excellent growth opportunities within a structured team, ensuring that your skills as an Electrical Fitter are honed while contributing to mission-critical projects for the UK military.
