Join Our Team as an Electrical Technician

Location: Slough- THIS IS A FIELD BASED ROLE AND WILL REQUIRE TRAVEL AROUND UK AIRPORTS.

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £45k – Dependant on experience

Working hours: Predominately Monday to Friday, some night works will be required accommodate the airport operation and project schedule. (08:00-17:00) or (20:00-05:00)

Candidates must:

• Have the RTW in the UK (no sponsorship required)
• Be able to obtain an airside pass
• Have worked in the UK/have continuous references for the past 5 years
• Be able to obtain a DBS & clear criminal record
• Have a Full UK driving licence

Electrical Technician

Mission and Responsibilities

Carry out the assembly and wiring of all electrical elements of Passenger Boarding Bridges (PBBs), including cabinets, consoles, lighting, and auxiliary components. Perform assembly, wiring, and testing of lifting systems, cabins, and rotundas by following engineering electrical diagrams, plans, and material lists.

All work must comply with established schedules, quality standards, and company safety requirements. The ultimate goal is the correct and reliable installation of all electrical elements on the PBB.

Knowledge and Previous Experience

Education / Qualifications

• Intermediate vocational training in:
• Electrical installations and automation
• Electromechanical maintenance

Specific Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to interpret electrical diagrams
• Ability to interpret engineering plans and material lists
• Product knowledge focused on the electrical scope of the role
• Safe handling of tools and equipment, including:
• Multimeter
• Hammer, drill, jigsaw, angle grinder
• Ladder, transport cart
• Manual and electric pallet trucks
• Overhead crane
• Occupational Risk Prevention training in accordance with metal sector regulations

Desirable Knowledge and Skills

• IPAF MEWP operator licence
• SSSTS certificate (Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme)
• Valid CSCS card
• Ethernet cable termination (RJ45 plugs and sockets)
• Experience handling large-diameter low-voltage cables for cable cutting work

Previous Experience

• Minimum of 1 to 2 years' experience installing electrical systems

Main Tasks and Activities

The Electrical Technician role is subdivided according to functions and responsibilities.

Line Electrical Assembly Technician – Assembly and Wiring

Responsible for assembling and wiring electrical components within the boarding bridge, including:

• Wiring tunnels and cabins
• Installing and connecting tunnel and cabin electrical boxes
• Installing and connecting tunnel and cabin peripherals
• Wiring central units
• Connecting main cabinets
• Connecting lower and upper consoles
• Pre-assembling and assembling tunnel and cabin lighting
• Correctly identifying electrical elements to maintain traceability

Auxiliary Workshop Electrical Assembly

Additional responsibilities may include:

• Wiring, connecting peripherals, and testing lifting systems
• Assembling electrical elements in translation systems
• Electrical installation of rotundas
• Ensuring correct identification and traceability of all electrical components

Line Electrical Assembly Technician – Testing and Commissioning

Responsible for verifying correct operation of the PBB in line with company protocols and planning:

• Performing final electrical connections of the PBB
• Loading and calibrating software
• Simulating machine operation according to established protocols
• Applying self-control protocols, including:
• Testing hydraulic equipment of the lifting system
• Testing electrical installations of rotundas
• Verifying traceability of electrical components
• Carrying out measurement and consumption regulation checks
• Executing operating protocols to confirm full functionality

Health, Safety, and Environmental Competencies

Environmental Responsibilities

• Awareness of environmental aspects associated with the role
• Understanding of significant energy usage and control measures
• Responsible consumption of paper, water, and energy
• Correct segregation of waste:
• Hazardous waste: toner, batteries
• Non-hazardous waste: paper, plastic

Health and Safety

• Knowledge of job-related risks and preventive measures
• Safe use and handling of equipment such as:
• Overhead cranes
• Forklifts
• Lifting platforms
• Correct use, inspection, and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Awareness of procedures:
• General safety actions
• Accident response
• Emergency response

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.