Semi Skilled Electrical

Semi-Skilled Electrical Assembly Operative (Wirer)

Location: Clevedon, Somerset

Contract: 12–24 months (with strong potential for renewal)

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of a recruitment agency working in partnership with a global manufacturer of specialist equipment for the semiconductor and electronics sector.

Electrical Assembly Operatives (Wirers) are sought within a highly successful division of an international manufacturer producing specialist equipment for the semiconductor and electronics industries.

Due to a sustained increase in orders driven by advanced technology and a strong market position, the business is expanding and investing heavily in its site. This growth is creating long-term contract opportunities for skilled production operatives.

Pay & Shift Options

Early Shift

£16.35 per hour

Monday–Thursday: 06:00 – 14:00

Friday: 06:00 – 11:30

Late Shift

£17.78 per hour

Monday–Wednesday: 14:30 – 00:30

Thursday: 14:30 – 00:00

No Friday working

Day Shift

£14.22 per hour

Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 16:00 (or similar standard day hours depending on team)

Flexible Options

Fixed early, late or day shifts available

Overtime

1.75x weekday overtime

2.0x weekend overtime

Contractor Benefits

Annual pay reviews

Performance and incentive bonus schemes

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Subsidised on-site canteen

Modern facilities including showers and cycle storage

Regular company events and social activities

Role Overview

Electrical sub-assembly of specialist equipment

Wiring, routing and termination of cables

Cable assembly and looming

Working from electrical drawings and schematics

Assembly within a production cell environment

Meeting production KPIs with a focus on quality and low non-conformance

Working as part of a team with support from a cell supervisor

On-the-job training provided during initial stages

Requirements

Experience in electrical assembly, wiring or cable assembly

Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics

Experience within a manufacturing, production or engineering environment

The Person

Experienced production operative with wiring / cable assembly experience

Background can be from any engineering or production environment

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Focused on quality, accuracy and productivity

Enthusiastic and willing to learn

Why Apply

Long-term contract with strong stability and renewal potential

Established local employer with decades of manufacturing presence in Somerset

Part of a global engineering group with continued investment and expansion

Opportunity for progression into higher-skilled roles with training

Modern facility with excellent on-site amenities

Flexible shift options with enhanced overtime rates

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Our client and the recruiting agency are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Selection decisions are based on skills, experience and qualifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for electrical assembly operatives seeking a long-term contract within a growing, high-technology manufacturing environment