Technicians – Trainee Technicians

Job Title:

Technician ~ Production

Purpose of the job:

To assist in testing and commissioning of switchgear and control panels. To provide technical assistance as part of call out cover.

Duties and responsibilities:

To carry out commissioning, SAT and IST as required
To carry out on site training
To visit sites to carry out site / switchgear surveys
To be on call for one week in every four to attend site as part of the emergency call out agreements.
To provide technical support both on site and in the works
To allocate tasks to operatives
To remain on the job in a productive or supporting role
To give guidance and support to the Team
To assist the Team to correctly interpret drawings
To discuss opportunities to increase productivity with the Operations Manager / Team Leaders
To inform the Operations Manager / Team Leaders of any urgently required parts
To inform the Operations Manager / Team Leaders of any critical shortages
To inform the Operations Manager / Team Leaders of any concerns regarding parts/build/people/equipment
To monitor and maintain cleanliness and tidiness in and around your working area.
To provide technical support, testing and training for all aspect of switchgear and control panels.
Responsibility for complying with and implementing the Business management system within their area of activity.

Reporting to:

Operations Manager

Working hours:

Include Total hours 37.5 hours per week

Days (flexible start and finish time)

Monday to Thursday 07:30-08.30 start & 16.00-17.00 finish

Friday 07.30-08.30 start & 11:45-12.45 finish

Minimum qualification attainment for the role

Benefits:

This role has fantastic career growth, with opportunities to progress and gain qualifications.
4.5 day working week – flexible start and finish times
Family owned, successful & growing company
Progressive pay scale
Generous overtime rates
Employee Assistance Programme
BUPA Private Medical Care & 24/7 GP Access
24 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays
Death in service benefit
Company Sick pay
Company Pension

How to apply:

Email your Application Form and CV to Emma Ryan, closing date 13th February 2026. eryan@afswitchgear.co.uk

How to Apply

2. Email your Application Form and CV to :

eryan@afswitchgear.co.uk