Electrical Technician

Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Permanent Manufacturing, Production Planning & Materials Control

Reference: ElecTechWaterbeach26_1791560060

Role: Electrical / Wiring Technician

Location: Waterbeach

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Proactive are currently in search of multiple skilled Electrical / Wiring Technicians to start work with a company based in Waterbeach. This is an exciting opportunity working for a market leading manufacturing company offering ample opportunity for progression and development.

You will be working across production areas regarding electrical requirements ensuring that production deadlines are met efficiently, safely and to appropriate quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manufacture of electrical harnesses, components, control modules
  • Test and inspection of electrical assemblies
  • Install electrical components into units
  • Experience in the fitting of aircraft galleries
  • Reading and understanding engineering drawings, wiring diagrams
  • Meeting set production targets
  • Ensure products are built to appropriate quality standards, right first time
  • Ensure Health & Safety standards are adhered to at all times
  • Maintain a safe, organised and efficient work area
  • Ensure efficient production flow and make suggestions as to how workflow could be improved
  • Escalate issues to line management as required
  • Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with quality and safety regulations.

Knowledge, Education, and Skills

Knowledge:

  • Experience in a production environment
  • Electrical experience (preferred 3 to 5 years in aerospace)
  • Good IT skills with working knowledge of MRP

Skills and competencies

  • Ability to prioritise workload
  • Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management skills.
  • Strong communication and team working skills
  • High regard for Health and Safety
  • Gives and welcomes feedback and contributes to building a positive team spirit

Other material requirements

  • Willing to work hours necessary to ensure production goals are achieved.

How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Jemal Tawfieg on 07539 656 030 or [email protected]

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on Linkedin and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role!


Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£30,000.00 - £35,000.00
Per annum
GBP30000 - GBP35000 per annum

Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Permanent Manufacturing, Production Planning & Materials Control

Added 09/10/2026
Reference: ElecTechWaterbeach26_1791560060

Electrical Technician

Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Permanent Manufacturing, Production Planning & Materials Control

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