An Electrical Fitter is a skilled person who puts together, installs, and maintains electrical equipment and systems. Imagine all the machines and systems that need electricity to work – from a big factory production line to the lighting and power in a building, or even the electrical parts of trains and aircraft. An Electrical Fitter makes sure all the wires are connected correctly, the components are installed safely, and everything works as it should. They read technical drawings and diagrams to understand how to build and connect complex electrical systems. This job is really important for making sure things run smoothly and safely, as any mistakes with electricity can be dangerous. They dont just build things; they also fix them. If an electrical system breaks down, an Electrical Fitter will be called in to find the problem, replace faulty parts, and get it working again. This often involves using special tools to test circuits and diagnose issues. They might work in a workshop, on a construction site, in a factory, or even outdoors on different projects. It's a hands-on job that requires a good understanding of how electricity works, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety.
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Royal Navy
( Added 04 Jun 2024 - 70 positions available )
As an Engineering Technician Communications and Information Systems Specialist (Submariner) you'll be part of the elite Silent Service and a central member of your vessel’s engineering team. Using ultramodern radio and satellite systems to communicate with off-vessel command, you’re key to tactical and strategic communications.
Closing date: in 4 months
Possible start date: 02 Jun 2026
Royal Navy
( Added 04 Jun 2024 - 70 positions available )
As an Engineering Technician (Marine Engineering) (Submariner), you’re the driving force of the boat. It’s down to you to keep our submarines moving, deep below the surface. You’ll often be on highly sensitive operations, where avoiding detection is paramount. Without the power you provide, the vessel, and your crewmates, are stranded.
Closing date: in 4 months
Possible start date: 02 Jun 2026
Royal Navy
( Added 04 Jun 2024 - 200 positions available )
Being an Engineering Technician (Marine Engineering) means being pivotal to day-to-day operations. You’ll ensure our state-of-the-art warships are powered, maintained and ready for action. Wherever you are, whatever the problem, you’ll be finding innovative and resourceful solutions for fixing it on the way to becoming a world-class engineer.
Closing date: in 4 months
Possible start date: 02 Jun 2026
Royal Navy
( Added 04 Jun 2024 - 120 positions available )
An Engineering Technician (Weapon Engineering) takes responsibility for the serviceability, readiness and accuracy of systems to make a Royal Navy Ship a Warship. You will be keeping advanced electronic systems, communications, information systems and weapons ready for action anywhere in the world.
Closing date: in 4 months
Possible start date: 02 Jun 2026
Royal Navy
( Added 04 Jun 2024 - 70 positions available )
As an Engineering Technician (Weapon Engineering) (Submariner), you’ll be maintaining and preparing some of the most advanced defence technology ever developed. Patrolling the oceans and getting your hands on some incredible kit. You might be working with ballistic missile systems one day, and state-of-the-art sensors and radars the next.
Closing date: in 4 months
Possible start date: 02 Jun 2026
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