Auto Electrical / Plant fitter

Streamline Search; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Death in Service

Full-time position

Job summary

Streamline Search seeks an experienced Auto Electrical / Plant Fitter in Alfreton, Derbyshire. The role involves repairs, maintenance and electrical installations on heavy plant, road rail equipment and related gear.

Ideal candidates have strong electrical and mechanical backgrounds, plus experience reading drawings and schematics. Driving licence is required; the position is full-time with a fixed 08:30–16:30 schedule and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical and mechanical background.
• Previous fitting and assembly experience.
• Experience working on heavy plant, HGV, quarry, waste, mining or similar equipment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills and a strong team ethic.
• NVQ Level 3 in Auto Electrical Engineering or equivalent would be advantageous.
• Auto Electrical apprenticeship desirable.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs, servicing and maintenance on heavy plant and road rail vehicles.
• Install wiring looms and electrical components.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical faults.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and schematics.
• Build and assemble mechanical components.
• Use hand tools and equipment to a high standard.
• Work both at the depot and customer sites as required.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with health and safety procedures.

Skills

Electrical background

Mechanical background

Fault-finding

Reading drawings/schematics

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Auto Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Auto Electrical apprenticeship desirable

Job description

Location Alfreton, Derbyshire Company Salary £20 - £22 per hour + Death in Service non-contributory benefit scheme.

Auto Electrical / Plant Fitter

£20.00 – £22.00 per hour

Location: Alfreton, Derbyshire

Our client is looking for an experienced Auto Electrical / Plant Fitter to join their team. The role involves carrying out repairs, maintenance and electrical installations on heavy plant, road rail vehicles and associated equipment.

Auto Electrical / Plant Fitter – Position Overview

• Carry out repairs, servicing and maintenance on heavy plant and road rail vehicles.
• Install wiring looms and electrical components.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical faults.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and schematics.
• Build and assemble mechanical components.
• Use hand tools and equipment to a high standard.
• Work both at the depot and customer sites as required.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with health and safety procedures.

Auto Electrical / Plant Fitter – Position Requirements

• Strong electrical and mechanical background.
• Previous fitting and assembly experience.
• Experience working on heavy plant, HGV, quarry, waste, mining or similar equipment (car experience only is not suitable).
• Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills and a strong team ethic.
• NVQ Level 3 in Auto Electrical Engineering or equivalent would be advantageous.
• Auto Electrical apprenticeship desirable.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Auto Electrical / Plant Fitter – Position Remuneration

• £20.00 – £22.00 per hour (dependent on experience).
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Death in Service non-contributory benefit scheme.
• Stable long-term opportunity.
• Opportunity to work on specialist heavy plant and road rail equipment.
• 08:30am to 16:30am Monday to Friday.
• Overtime opportunities may be available at time and a half during periods of high workload