South West Recruitment Ltd
Blandford Forum, Dorset
We are recruiting for Trainee Cable Assemblers for a world class test system solutions provider, delivering high quality, high performance and cost effective automated test equipment to the aerospace, defence, rail & transport, telecoms and energy market places for over 30 years. The company have built their reputation by providing their customers with exceptional service and system support, consistently solving their technically complex test engineering challenges wherever they are located. Salary: This position comes with a very competitive market related salary and comprehensive benefits package. Please call Alan for more details on both the position and the company. Hours of Work: 37 hours per week, typically comprising of 8 hours Monday-Thursday, 5 hours Friday Working Week: Mon-Thurs = 8 hours paid (8.5 hours on site), flexible start/finish (as early as 7am start, 4pm finish, or as late as 9am start, 6pm finish. Friday = 5 hours paid (early start as 7am) All employees now have the option to move to a compressed 4 day working week (typically 37 hours Monday-Thursday) Employees have the option to request flexible working (subject to company policy) Overtime: x1.3 hourly rate for each 0.25 hours worked past 37, x1.50 hourly rate for any weekends or bank holidays worked Location: Blandford Forum, Dorset, Site based. Job Summary Producing looms/cable assemblies & test equipment items from drawings & kits to the required build standards and agreed time frames. minimum information & by liaising with in-house engineers. Our preference is for Prototype Wire Persons to join our growing team but we are also interested in Production Wire Persons who are experienced in producing high-quality sub-assemblies, looms and cable assemblies to IPC 620/military/aerospace standards We make prototype and very small production runs of bespoke test systems, harnesses and subassemblies (i.e., typically no more of 3 of the same product) Responsibilities Able to solder to a consistently high standard Production of wiring looms/cable assemblies: comfortable with crimping, soldering, lacing & splicing to aerospace standards Wiring of cabinets and fixtures Assembly of PCBs (desirable but not essential) Extensive knowledge of cable types, connectors, cable assembly techniques and applications Able to liaise with in-house engineers with technical queries and provide build solutions for prototype assemblies Understanding of engineering drawings, wiring schedules and circuit diagrams Able to solder to a consistently high standard Familiar with a variety of mil spec connectors, cable production techniques Able to work to IPC 620 Class 3 Able to work to deadlines Tidy, methodical and accurate Own standard wiring tools (specialized tools will be supplied) Able to work independently Good team player Willing to provide on-site support at customer premises when required ESD awareness Qualifications and Experience: Experience in similar work essential (ideally within the Defense / Aerospace sector) IPC 620 certified Demonstrated capability by skills test Full driving license Possess all requirements for successfully meeting formal Security Check (SC) criteria Benefits 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Holiday can be taken in hours rather than full or half days if the employee prefers Company pension Access to a national employee rewards scheme, offering discounts and offers on brand name fashion, days out and restaurants. To apply for this position please submit an up to date CV and alternatively please call Alan for a more detailed job spec and details about the company.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for Trainee Cable Assemblers for a world class test system solutions provider, delivering high quality, high performance and cost effective automated test equipment to the aerospace, defence, rail & transport, telecoms and energy market places for over 30 years. The company have built their reputation by providing their customers with exceptional service and system support, consistently solving their technically complex test engineering challenges wherever they are located. Salary: This position comes with a very competitive market related salary and comprehensive benefits package. Please call Alan for more details on both the position and the company. Hours of Work: 37 hours per week, typically comprising of 8 hours Monday-Thursday, 5 hours Friday Working Week: Mon-Thurs = 8 hours paid (8.5 hours on site), flexible start/finish (as early as 7am start, 4pm finish, or as late as 9am start, 6pm finish. Friday = 5 hours paid (early start as 7am) All employees now have the option to move to a compressed 4 day working week (typically 37 hours Monday-Thursday) Employees have the option to request flexible working (subject to company policy) Overtime: x1.3 hourly rate for each 0.25 hours worked past 37, x1.50 hourly rate for any weekends or bank holidays worked Location: Blandford Forum, Dorset, Site based. Job Summary Producing looms/cable assemblies & test equipment items from drawings & kits to the required build standards and agreed time frames. minimum information & by liaising with in-house engineers. Our preference is for Prototype Wire Persons to join our growing team but we are also interested in Production Wire Persons who are experienced in producing high-quality sub-assemblies, looms and cable assemblies to IPC 620/military/aerospace standards We make prototype and very small production runs of bespoke test systems, harnesses and subassemblies (i.e., typically no more of 3 of the same product) Responsibilities Able to solder to a consistently high standard Production of wiring looms/cable assemblies: comfortable with crimping, soldering, lacing & splicing to aerospace standards Wiring of cabinets and fixtures Assembly of PCBs (desirable but not essential) Extensive knowledge of cable types, connectors, cable assembly techniques and applications Able to liaise with in-house engineers with technical queries and provide build solutions for prototype assemblies Understanding of engineering drawings, wiring schedules and circuit diagrams Able to solder to a consistently high standard Familiar with a variety of mil spec connectors, cable production techniques Able to work to IPC 620 Class 3 Able to work to deadlines Tidy, methodical and accurate Own standard wiring tools (specialized tools will be supplied) Able to work independently Good team player Willing to provide on-site support at customer premises when required ESD awareness Qualifications and Experience: Experience in similar work essential (ideally within the Defense / Aerospace sector) IPC 620 certified Demonstrated capability by skills test Full driving license Possess all requirements for successfully meeting formal Security Check (SC) criteria Benefits 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Holiday can be taken in hours rather than full or half days if the employee prefers Company pension Access to a national employee rewards scheme, offering discounts and offers on brand name fashion, days out and restaurants. To apply for this position please submit an up to date CV and alternatively please call Alan for a more detailed job spec and details about the company.
South West Recruitment Ltd
Blandford Forum, Dorset
We are recruiting for a Skilled Prototype Wire person for a world class test system solutions provider, delivering high quality, high performance and cost effective automated test equipment to the aerospace, defence, rail & transport, telecoms and energy market places for over 30 years. The company have built their reputation by providing their customers with exceptional service and system support, consistently solving their technically complex test engineering challenges wherever they are located. Salary: This position comes with a very competitive market related salary and comprehensive benefits package. Please call Alan for more details on both the position and the company. Hours of Work: 37 hours per week, typically comprising of 8 hours Monday-Thursday, 5 hours Friday Working Week: Mon-Thurs = 8 hours paid (8.5 hours on site), flexible start/finish (as early as 7am start, 4pm finish, or as late as 9am start, 6pm finish. Friday = 5 hours paid (early start as 7am) All employees now have the option to move to a compressed 4 day working week (typically 37 hours Monday-Thursday) Employees have the option to request flexible working (subject to company policy) Overtime: x1.3 hourly rate for each 0.25 hours worked past 37, x1.50 hourly rate for any weekends or bank holidays worked Location: Blandford Forum, Dorset, Site based. Job Summary Producing looms/cable assemblies & test equipment items from drawings & kits to the required build standards and agreed time frames. minimum information & by liaising with in-house engineers. Our preference is for Prototype Wire Persons to join our growing team but we are also interested in Production Wire Persons who are experienced in producing high-quality sub-assemblies, looms and cable assemblies to IPC 620/military/aerospace standards We make prototype and very small production runs of bespoke test systems, harnesses and subassemblies (i.e., typically no more of 3 of the same product) Responsibilities Able to solder to a consistently high standard Production of wiring looms/cable assemblies: comfortable with crimping, soldering, lacing & splicing to aerospace standards Wiring of cabinets and fixtures Assembly of PCBs (desirable but not essential) Extensive knowledge of cable types, connectors, cable assembly techniques and applications Able to liaise with in-house engineers with technical queries and provide build solutions for prototype assemblies Understanding of engineering drawings, wiring schedules and circuit diagrams Able to solder to a consistently high standard Familiar with a variety of mil spec connectors, cable production techniques Able to work to IPC 620 Class 3 Able to work to deadlines Tidy, methodical and accurate Own standard wiring tools (specialized tools will be supplied) Able to work independently Good team player Willing to provide on-site support at customer premises when required ESD awareness Qualifications and Experience: Experience in similar work essential (ideally within the Defense / Aerospace sector) IPC 620 certified Demonstrated capability by skills test Full driving license Possess all requirements for successfully meeting formal Security Check (SC) criteria Benefits 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Holiday can be taken in hours rather than full or half days if the employee prefers Company pension Access to a national employee rewards scheme, offering discounts and offers on brand name fashion, days out and restaurants. To apply for this position please submit an up to date CV and alternatively please call Alan for a more detailed job spec and details about the company.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a Skilled Prototype Wire person for a world class test system solutions provider, delivering high quality, high performance and cost effective automated test equipment to the aerospace, defence, rail & transport, telecoms and energy market places for over 30 years. The company have built their reputation by providing their customers with exceptional service and system support, consistently solving their technically complex test engineering challenges wherever they are located. Salary: This position comes with a very competitive market related salary and comprehensive benefits package. Please call Alan for more details on both the position and the company. Hours of Work: 37 hours per week, typically comprising of 8 hours Monday-Thursday, 5 hours Friday Working Week: Mon-Thurs = 8 hours paid (8.5 hours on site), flexible start/finish (as early as 7am start, 4pm finish, or as late as 9am start, 6pm finish. Friday = 5 hours paid (early start as 7am) All employees now have the option to move to a compressed 4 day working week (typically 37 hours Monday-Thursday) Employees have the option to request flexible working (subject to company policy) Overtime: x1.3 hourly rate for each 0.25 hours worked past 37, x1.50 hourly rate for any weekends or bank holidays worked Location: Blandford Forum, Dorset, Site based. Job Summary Producing looms/cable assemblies & test equipment items from drawings & kits to the required build standards and agreed time frames. minimum information & by liaising with in-house engineers. Our preference is for Prototype Wire Persons to join our growing team but we are also interested in Production Wire Persons who are experienced in producing high-quality sub-assemblies, looms and cable assemblies to IPC 620/military/aerospace standards We make prototype and very small production runs of bespoke test systems, harnesses and subassemblies (i.e., typically no more of 3 of the same product) Responsibilities Able to solder to a consistently high standard Production of wiring looms/cable assemblies: comfortable with crimping, soldering, lacing & splicing to aerospace standards Wiring of cabinets and fixtures Assembly of PCBs (desirable but not essential) Extensive knowledge of cable types, connectors, cable assembly techniques and applications Able to liaise with in-house engineers with technical queries and provide build solutions for prototype assemblies Understanding of engineering drawings, wiring schedules and circuit diagrams Able to solder to a consistently high standard Familiar with a variety of mil spec connectors, cable production techniques Able to work to IPC 620 Class 3 Able to work to deadlines Tidy, methodical and accurate Own standard wiring tools (specialized tools will be supplied) Able to work independently Good team player Willing to provide on-site support at customer premises when required ESD awareness Qualifications and Experience: Experience in similar work essential (ideally within the Defense / Aerospace sector) IPC 620 certified Demonstrated capability by skills test Full driving license Possess all requirements for successfully meeting formal Security Check (SC) criteria Benefits 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Holiday can be taken in hours rather than full or half days if the employee prefers Company pension Access to a national employee rewards scheme, offering discounts and offers on brand name fashion, days out and restaurants. To apply for this position please submit an up to date CV and alternatively please call Alan for a more detailed job spec and details about the company.
Role: Assembler Based: Morley, Leeds. LS27 Rate: 13.50p/h + holidays (33 days - 25+8BH) Term: 6-12 months - Monday-Friday 37.5hrs (early finish on Friday) Role and responsibilities Due to an increase in work our client is seeking 3 Assembler's to join the team. Correct use of machinery and equipment on the shop floor required. The Assembler will be able to read and interpret working instructions for assembly of products. Conducts all types of assembly work to produce a semi-finished or final products, including the packing where integrated with production lines. Some requirements to use light hand tools. Regular quality testing as part of a defined production process. Conducts shop floor operation in compliance with health & safety guidelines and reports any non-compliance. Operates within standard operating procedures and maintains a clean work area. In this role, you will have the opportunity to support the Emergency lighting unit in achieving the set production targets by adhering to the systems and processes Qualifications for the Assembler role Experience in assembly within manufacturing environments. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions. Team player with good communication skills and a positive attitude. Experience with PCBs and wiring would be desirable but not essential Excellent timekeeping and reliability. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Mar 31, 2026
Contractor
Role: Assembler Based: Morley, Leeds. LS27 Rate: 13.50p/h + holidays (33 days - 25+8BH) Term: 6-12 months - Monday-Friday 37.5hrs (early finish on Friday) Role and responsibilities Due to an increase in work our client is seeking 3 Assembler's to join the team. Correct use of machinery and equipment on the shop floor required. The Assembler will be able to read and interpret working instructions for assembly of products. Conducts all types of assembly work to produce a semi-finished or final products, including the packing where integrated with production lines. Some requirements to use light hand tools. Regular quality testing as part of a defined production process. Conducts shop floor operation in compliance with health & safety guidelines and reports any non-compliance. Operates within standard operating procedures and maintains a clean work area. In this role, you will have the opportunity to support the Emergency lighting unit in achieving the set production targets by adhering to the systems and processes Qualifications for the Assembler role Experience in assembly within manufacturing environments. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions. Team player with good communication skills and a positive attitude. Experience with PCBs and wiring would be desirable but not essential Excellent timekeeping and reliability. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Electronic & Software Design Engineer West London £60000 - £65000, Annual Bonus, Hybrid Work (WFH), Pension, Medical insurance, Life Assurance, Monday Friday 8.30 am 5.00 pm (flexible) Technical Focus: Analogue & Digital Circuit Design, PIC Microcontroller Programming (C/Assembler), Altium PCB Layout, DFM, and Regulatory Compliance (EMC/LVD) The Company We represent a successful manufacturer of electromechanical systems for high-stakes, hazardous environments. Their products are precision-engineered to be intrinsically safe and resilient against fire and explosions. This role offers a rare opportunity to oversee the full product lifecycle from on-site manufacturing to international distribution. The Job As an experienced Electronics Engineer proficient in PIC microcontroller coding, you will join a small team developing products from concept to manufacture. You will manage designs from initial specification through to full production, ensuring hardware meets technical specs and CE marking requirements (EMC/LVD). Responsibilities Product Design: Design and modify products from initial spec through testing, certification, and production. PCB Layout: Use Altium for PCB layout and schematic capture. Programming: Program, write, and debug code for 8-bit and 16-bit PIC microcontrollers in C and Assembler. Prototyping: Perform breadboarding and internal/external testing and validation. Compliance: Design for CE marking, EMC, and Low Voltage Directive (training provided). Analysis: Benchmark, reverse engineer, and analyse circuits. About You As an Electronics Design Engineer with software coding skills, you should have the following skills and experience: Essential HNC/HND/Degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent. Experience in a manufacturing company. Good understanding of analogue and digital circuits. Ability to design for ease of manufacture and assembly. Experience with test and instrumentation equipment. Desirable XC8 & XC16 Compilers and Microchip development tools. PC-Lint and SIL compliance. Design of electronics for use in an extended temperature range.
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Electronic & Software Design Engineer West London £60000 - £65000, Annual Bonus, Hybrid Work (WFH), Pension, Medical insurance, Life Assurance, Monday Friday 8.30 am 5.00 pm (flexible) Technical Focus: Analogue & Digital Circuit Design, PIC Microcontroller Programming (C/Assembler), Altium PCB Layout, DFM, and Regulatory Compliance (EMC/LVD) The Company We represent a successful manufacturer of electromechanical systems for high-stakes, hazardous environments. Their products are precision-engineered to be intrinsically safe and resilient against fire and explosions. This role offers a rare opportunity to oversee the full product lifecycle from on-site manufacturing to international distribution. The Job As an experienced Electronics Engineer proficient in PIC microcontroller coding, you will join a small team developing products from concept to manufacture. You will manage designs from initial specification through to full production, ensuring hardware meets technical specs and CE marking requirements (EMC/LVD). Responsibilities Product Design: Design and modify products from initial spec through testing, certification, and production. PCB Layout: Use Altium for PCB layout and schematic capture. Programming: Program, write, and debug code for 8-bit and 16-bit PIC microcontrollers in C and Assembler. Prototyping: Perform breadboarding and internal/external testing and validation. Compliance: Design for CE marking, EMC, and Low Voltage Directive (training provided). Analysis: Benchmark, reverse engineer, and analyse circuits. About You As an Electronics Design Engineer with software coding skills, you should have the following skills and experience: Essential HNC/HND/Degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent. Experience in a manufacturing company. Good understanding of analogue and digital circuits. Ability to design for ease of manufacture and assembly. Experience with test and instrumentation equipment. Desirable XC8 & XC16 Compilers and Microchip development tools. PC-Lint and SIL compliance. Design of electronics for use in an extended temperature range.
Electronic Assembler Cirencester 15.78 per hour Our client based in Cirencester are looking for an Electronic Assembler to join their team! Electronic Assembler Roles and Responsibilities: Assembling and wiring of electrical instruments Conducted quality inspections on both populated and bare printed circuit boards (PCBs) Performed Plated Through Hole (PTH) assembly in line with production requirements Soldering Component placement Read and interpret assembly instructions and blueprints Using hand powered tools Meet production standards Building of sub-assemblies as part of the manufacturing process Electronic Assembler Ideal Candidate: Have PTH assembly and component placement experience Previous experience working from assembly instructions / blueprints Experience working as an electronic assembler Electronic Assembler Working Hours and Benefits: Monday - Friday, 07:00 - 16:00 (Flexible) Potential to go permanent for the right candidate Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years. We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work we pride ourselves in understanding our candidates' requirements to ensure that we place you in your ideal role. We have recently heavily invested in new Recruitment Software that provides an online portal. Simply visit jackiekerrrecruitment. com to enter your details and you will receive job alerts, hot off the press. The portal enables you to update your information and CV at any time, so we always have your latest employment details on record. So please visit our website and let us help you to find your dream job! Please note: At Jackie Kerr Recruitment we receive a huge number of applications for each job that is posted. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of your original application, please go to our website jackiekerrrecruitment. com to apply for other jobs that may be suitable to you.
Oct 02, 2025
Seasonal
Electronic Assembler Cirencester 15.78 per hour Our client based in Cirencester are looking for an Electronic Assembler to join their team! Electronic Assembler Roles and Responsibilities: Assembling and wiring of electrical instruments Conducted quality inspections on both populated and bare printed circuit boards (PCBs) Performed Plated Through Hole (PTH) assembly in line with production requirements Soldering Component placement Read and interpret assembly instructions and blueprints Using hand powered tools Meet production standards Building of sub-assemblies as part of the manufacturing process Electronic Assembler Ideal Candidate: Have PTH assembly and component placement experience Previous experience working from assembly instructions / blueprints Experience working as an electronic assembler Electronic Assembler Working Hours and Benefits: Monday - Friday, 07:00 - 16:00 (Flexible) Potential to go permanent for the right candidate Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years. We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work we pride ourselves in understanding our candidates' requirements to ensure that we place you in your ideal role. We have recently heavily invested in new Recruitment Software that provides an online portal. Simply visit jackiekerrrecruitment. com to enter your details and you will receive job alerts, hot off the press. The portal enables you to update your information and CV at any time, so we always have your latest employment details on record. So please visit our website and let us help you to find your dream job! Please note: At Jackie Kerr Recruitment we receive a huge number of applications for each job that is posted. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of your original application, please go to our website jackiekerrrecruitment. com to apply for other jobs that may be suitable to you.
