Electrical Assembler/Wire-person

Department: OCU Connect Location: Neath Description As an Electrician/Wireperson, your primary responsibility will be for the assembly, wiring, maintenance & modification, and testing of electrical switchboards and control/protection systems and equipment across a range of energy sector environments. Typical work may include equipment for substations, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), renewable generation sites, grid connections, utility infrastructure, and industrial energy facilities. You will work on LV AC/DC systems, control and protection circuits, switchgear, instrumentation, and auxiliary Key ResponsibilitiesTypical Duties and ResponsibilitiesElectrical Assembly & Wiring

• Mechanical assembly of protection/control panels & switchboards.
• Install, dress, terminate, and segregate cables for AC and DC systems including control, protection, instrumentation, power, and communication circuits.
• Wire control panels, protection panels, switchgear, inverters, auxiliary supply boards, and associated equipment to client and industry standards.
• Label, route, and secure wiring in accordance with electrical drawings, standards, and best practice.

Testing & Commissioning Support (if competent/capable):

• Perform continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, loop, and functional testing on LV systems.
• Assist test/commissioning engineers during energization, control checks, interlock tests, protection checks, and system sign-off.
• Interpret test readings and report deviations or faults promptly.

Fault Finding & Repairs (if Competent/capable)

• Identify electrical faults using schematics, test equipment, and structured troubleshooting methods.
• Carry out repairs and remedial work to restore system performance across control, auxiliary, and communication circuits.

Health & Safety Compliance

• Adhere to all relevant electrical safety procedures, permits, lock-out/tag-out, and safe isolation requirements.
• Participate in risk assessments, toolbox talks, safety meetings, and training sessions.
• Ensure correct use of PPE and compliance with industry legislation, standards, and local site rules.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate installation records, cable schedules, red-line mark-ups, test results, inspection documents, and as-built information.
• Report hazards, incidents, or near misses promptly and support investigations where required.

Skills and Experience Required

• Competence in panel wiring & assembly, cable termination, and LV/DC system installation.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, cable schedules, wiring diagrams, and schematics.

Preferred

• Vocational qualification in electrical installation, engineering, or equivalent (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, 18th Edition, ECS Card)
• Experience working within the energy, utilities, industrial, or power sector
• Working knowledge of electrical standards and regulations (e.g., BS 7671, IEC/BSEN-61439, IEC standards, DNO/TO requirements
• Competence in the use of electrical test equipment (multimeters, insulation resistance testers, etc.)
• Use of power (mains and battery operated) tools
• Full UK driving licence desirable; willingness to travel and work on various sites.

To ensure that everyone has a fair opportunity to join our team, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment and interview process is, by emailing recruitment@ocugroup.com.