Senior Production Operative

Senior Production Operative

Location:
Norwich, Norfolk

We are seeking an experienced Production professional to join our team in senior capacity. You will ensure the successful assembly and delivery of products to agreed quality, safety and performance standards, while acting as a technical leader, coach and mentor within the department.

• Follow all relevant health, safety and environmental requirements, including the Health and Safety at Work Act and Company policies.
• Understand and comply with the Company Business Management System, Quality Manual, procedures and standards relating to production activities.
• Take on responsibility as mentor and coach for other members of the department.
• Carry out mechanical assembly and electrical wiring of equipment in accordance with work instructions and specifications.
• Verify that issued components and materials match job parts lists.
• Report any issues, discrepancies, errors or shortages to the Production Management team.
• Prepare completed equipment for dispatch.
• Load and unload vehicles, where required, in line with safe working practices and company procedures.
• Support site-based activities, including installation work across the UK, when required.
• Build positive working relationships and communicate effectively with colleagues, customers and site personnel while promoting the Company's values and culture.
• Contribute to and support excellent working practices, including:
• Health, safety, and environmental compliance
• Data protection and information security
• Customer focus
• Positive team behaviours
• Housekeeping standards
• Continuous improvement initiatives
• Compliance with the Company's Business Quality Management System
• Undertake additional duties, appropriate to the role, and collaborate with colleagues to support the continued success of the business.

We welcome applications from individuals who can demonstrate:

• The ability to interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• The ability to work effectively to production schedules and deadlines.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality work with a focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Experience in a similar senior production, assembly or electrical role.
• A sound understanding of workplace health and safety practices.
• A customer-focused approach and commitment to delivering excellent service.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work independently and prioritise workloads.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• A positive approach to problem-solving and adapting to changing priorities or specifications.
• The ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• A commitment to fostering a respectful workplace that values inclusion, diversity and equal opportunities.

• Understanding of control panel manufacture.
• Experience working on customer or construction sites.
• Experience of continuous improvement methodologies.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science.
• City & Guilds Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering.
• Qualification to the current edition of the IET Wiring Regulations.

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase additional holidays.
• A wide range of corporate discounts.
• Cycle to Work schemes.
• Comprehensive pension plan.
• Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme.
• Private medical scheme options for all salaried employees and an employee assistance programme offering free 24/7 support.
• Paid yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role.

Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full‑time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail during the recruitment process.

As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to any candidate with a long‑term health condition or disability that meets the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We can also discuss any adjustments required for your interview.

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