Skilled Electrical Operatives
Pertemps · Cardiff, Cardiff
Skilled Electrical Operatives at Pertemps, based in Cardiff, Cardiff, paying £39.02 per hour. This is a contract role.
- Salary
- £39.02 per hour
- Location
- Cardiff, Cardiff
- Contract
- Contract
- Posted
- 1 day ago
- Closes
- 18 Sep 2026
- Sector
- Production Operative
About 139% above the going rate for production operative
Reference 009202899
About the role
Location: Clevedon, North Somerset, BS21
Transport: Own transport required
Pay: Weekly or monthly
Holiday: 25 days + 8 bank holidays, accrued pro rata
Shift Options:
Condensed – Contract (34.5 Hrs)
Fri–Sun: 12:30–00:30
£39.02/hr | Contract: ASAP–20th December
Holiday: Accrued and paid at the end of the contract
AM – Ongoing (37.5 Hrs)
Mon–Thu: 06:00–14:15 | Fri: 06:00–11:30
£19.94/hr | Temporary ongoing
£250 gift card after 4-month probation | £500 after 12 months
Holiday: 25 days + 8 bank holidays, accrued pro rata
PM – Ongoing (37.5 Hrs)
Mon–Wed: 14:30–00:30 | Thu: 14:30–00:00 | Fri: Non-working
£21.68/hr | Temporary ongoing
£250 gift card after 4-month probation | £500 after 12 months
Holiday: 25 days + 8 bank holidays, accrued pro rata
About the Role
Pertemps are currently recruiting Skilled Electrical Operatives on behalf of Edwards Vacuum, based in Clevedon.
This role will support the production line by carrying out electrical build and wiring activities prior to testing. Duties include wiring cabinets, assembling looms and completing small electrical assemblies to the required specification and quality standards.
Duties include:
• Carry out panel wiring and electrical interconnections
• Build wiring looms and harnesses to specification
• Perform wire and cable termination, including high-quality crimping
• Install electrical plates, components and devices
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings and layout diagrams
• Repair and replace wiring and electrical components as required
• Complete relevant production and build documentation
• Follow build notes and instructions provided by the Team Leader
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and product quality
• Carry out rework, corrections and modifications when required
• Maintain 5S standards and a clean, organised work area
• Use hand tools and lifting equipment safely
• Identify and report issues with materials, documentation or assembly
• Support other production areas and roles when required
What We’re Looking For
• Proven experience in electrical wiring or assembly
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Strong crimping and cable termination skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience working to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Electrical qualification or equivalent hands-on experience would be advantageous
• Knowledge of electrical systems, equipment and components would be beneficial
• Experience within a manufacturing or production environment would be desirable
Please attach your CV and one of our consultants will give you a call to discuss your application
Reference: 009202899 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 18 Sep 2026 · Listed via Pertemps
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