Mechanical Labourer

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Electricians Mate - Mechanical Labourer (4 Day Week)

First Achieve Engineering are working in partnership with a leading engineering and manufacturing company to recruit an experienced Electricians Mate / Mechanical Labourer to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on individual with experience supporting electrical and mechanical installation work to join a well-established business delivering high-quality electrical distribution solutions.

The Role

The successful candidate will support the installation, assembly, refurbishment, and maintenance of electrical switchgear systems, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

This role would suit someone with previous experience assisting electricians, working on switchgear equipment, busbar systems, coppering out, and insulation work within an engineering or manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with the assembly and installation of electrical switchgear systems

Support work on:

Mechanical switches

Air Circuit Breakers (ACBs)

Busbar systems

Assist with coppering out on busbar systems to engineering drawings and specifications

Carry out rubbering and insulation work as required

Support refurbishment, modification, and maintenance of switchgear equipment

Read and interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation

Safely use hand and power tools

Ensure all work is carried out in line with health & safety procedures

Maintain high housekeeping and quality standards

Work closely with electricians, engineers, and site teams to achieve project deadlines

What We're Looking For

Previous experience working as an Electricians Mate, Mechanical Labourer, Electrical Labourer, or similar role

Experience within the switchgear, electrical manufacturing, or industrial engineering sector

Experience working with:

Switchgear systems

Mechanical switches

ACBs

Busbar systems

Coppering out

Rubbering / insulation work

Good practical and mechanical aptitude

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Good understanding of health & safety practices

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

What's in it for me?

Salary up to £33,000 per annum

4-day working week (Monday-Thursday), offering a long weekend every week

Opportunity to grow within one of Scotland's specialist switchgear manufacturers

Please note we are not offering sponsorship and are acting on behalf of our client.

For consideration, please apply today

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