Mechanical Assembler

About us: As a global manufacturer, we utilise our Core Values: Customer First, Respect for our Employees, Continuous Improvement and "Can-Do Attitude, to solve our customers' toughest problems. At Powell, we believe in being a partner to our customers by providing innovative engineered electrical power solutions and services. Our offerings include: low & medium voltage electrical distribution packages, electrical and valve servicing, and a wide number of automation systems to increase the overall safety of your system.

Purpose of the job: The function of the LV/MV mechanical team is to assemble Low Voltage/Medium Voltage switchgear, air circuit breakers and associated assemblies and in conjunction with the electrical and test teams ensure on time delivery to our customers. The overall purpose of the Mechanical assembler role is to support the Team Leader and the team within the LV/MV Cell in the daily operations of the department to ensure the on time delivery of quality product to our internal and external customers. Mechanical assemblers will assemble, adjust and where required check operation of mechanical components and assemblies. Working to company process standards and operating procedures for LV/MV switchgear.

Key accountabilities

• Work safely as an individual and as part of a team in a physically demanding role.
• Work as an individual or part of a team to ensure on time delivery to both internal and external customers.
• Mark out, drill and fit equipment to layouts.
• Must be able to read and work to Bills of materials, Standard operating procedures and assembly drawings.
• Be competent to torque power connections.
• Connect wiring looms and terminations as part of a mechanical assembly routine.
• Work to instructions both verbal and written.
• Work to process standards and operating procedures.
• Capable of highlighting potential issues and suggesting rational corrective/preventative actions.
• Capable and willing to transfer skills and knowledge to colleagues.
• Responsible for achieving required output including productivity, Quality and attendance.
• Operate KanBan stock.

Communications

Effective and regular communication between department members and internal customers is crucial.

In addition the post holder must engage in regular communication with:

• Team leader and team members.
• Engineering and Quality, Health & Safety.

Competence Profile

• The ability to effectively communicate using both verbal and written communication that delivers high levels of confidence in those dealt with.
• A strong mechanical background.
• The ability to meet the expectation of both internal and external customer, clients and suppliers through a sound understanding of their requirements, being responsive to their needs and exceeding their requirements.
• The ability to think through and adopt a clear, sensible approach to planning, prioritising and organising tasks and activities to meet deadlines. Makes most efficient use of time and other resources.
• The ability to pragmatically solve problems using varied approaches and considering all relevant factors and options before making a decision/taking action.
• The ability to encourage people working within own function and the broader business.
• The ability to demonstrate energy, drive, commitment and dedication to achieving both own and company success.
• Proactive in approach, resilient under pressure, ability to maintain clarity and vision, and possesses a strong results orientation.

Personal Qualities

• Honest
• Sincere and genuine
• Confidence inspiring
• Driven
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Team worker
• Dedicated and conscientious
• Flexible
• Problem solving and decision making
• Change orientation / continuous improvement

Employment & Educational Background

• The ideal candidate will have good experience of mechanical assembly within a manufacturing environment; however other mechanical disciplines are also suitable.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: HR