Switchgear Fitter

Company: Kinetic plc
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Location: Greater Manchester
Job Description:

Job Title

Switchgear Fitter

Location

Greater Manchester, England, North West

Job Type

Permanent

Salary

£40,000 – £45,000 per annum

Responsibilities

  • Build and assemble LV switchgear following engineering drawings and busbar layouts.
  • Fit and secure electrical components such as isolators, changeover switches, metering devices, surge protection devices and busbar systems.
  • Install and torque busbars, copper work and interconnections to specified torque values and manufacturer standards.
  • Carry out mechanical assembly including mounting plates, backplates, cable trunking and enclosure frameworks.

Requirements

  • Proven experience building LV switchgear, power distribution assemblies or electrical distribution boards.
  • Good understanding of LV electrical distribution components and protective devices.
  • Ability to interpret single line diagrams, wiring schematics and busbar drawings.
  • Competent in handling and torquing busbars, cable terminations and power assemblies.

Qualifications

  • NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent in Electrical Installation / Electrical Engineering (or relevant apprenticeship).

Job Reference

972483

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Posted: June 1st, 2026