Electrical Fitters

We are currently recruiting for experienced Electrical Fitters to support ongoing work within a major UK naval dockyard environment. This is a long‑term contract opportunity working on Royal Navy and commercial vessels, involving installation, termination, testing and fault‑finding across complex marine electrical systems.

• Ensure safe systems of work are carried out at all times.
• Read/interpret Electrical Drawings, MDS and Guidance information.
• Undertake new system fits across all classes of RN vessels.
• Install various types of Electrical Equipment associated with an RN vessel such as motors, starters, control panels, Radar and associated equipment, weapons systems, internal and external comms.
• Fault diagnosis and defect rectification.
• Carry out Electrical Testing.
• Execute various crimping techniques: ERMA, Gold pin.
• Soldering.
• Terminate multiple types of Cable.
• Install Cable Support Systems:
  Cable Tray/Basket/Conduit/Hangers.
• Install/Re‑eve cables.
• Pack various types of glands/transits:
  Roxtec, RISE, Brattberg.
• Terminate multi‑pin plugs such as 608 and Amphenol.
• Remove and install basic mechanical and constructive items as required.

Based in HM Naval base Portsmouth in support of Royal Navy, RFA and commercial vessels employed as an industrial electrical fitter. Personnel must have a deep understanding of electrical work and be able to carry out the various techniques used in ship repair and support industry. Suitable candidates will have a good understanding of safe systems of work including electrical work, confined spaces, working at height and RN specific safety operations.

In addition, a basic knowledge of mechanical systems and associated equipment is required. Candidates must be flexible to undertake tasks across any trade discipline as required. Must be prepared to work in a team to provide a high‑quality service to meet customer expectations.

• Must have completed a recognised electrical apprenticeship.
• Hold a minimum Level 3 qualification (SVQ / NVQ / City & Guilds) in an electrical discipline.