Auto Electrician

Orion Electrotech; Dorking; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle assembly company in Dorking is looking for a skilled Auto Electrician to join their Assembly Department. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for diagnosing electrical issues, modifying and installing electrical systems, and fitting high-voltage batteries into specialist vehicles. The ideal candidate will have experience in electrical diagnostics and a positive, team-oriented attitude. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and an attractive benefits package including bonuses and pension contributions.

Benefits

Profit-Related Bonus Scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Personal Pension Scheme

Life assurance

Discount shopping portal

Free on-site parking

Ride-to-work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Access to training and Mental Health First Aiders

Qualifications

• Skilled in diagnosing electrical issues using diagnostic equipment.
• Experience in fitting high-voltage batteries into vehicles.
• Understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical circuits.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose electrical issues using electronic diagnostic equipment.
• Modify and install electrical harnesses and wiring looms.
• Fit high-voltage batteries into electric vehicles.
• Conduct fault-finding on specialist vehicles.

Skills

Electrical diagnostics

Installation of electrical systems

Communication skills

Team-oriented attitude

Self-motivated

Education

Apprenticeship in mechanical engineering or similar

Job description

Auto Electrician

Location: Dorking

Department: Assembly

Hours: 39 per week

Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 4:00pm

Friday: 7:30am – 3:00pm (hour unpaid lunch)

Hourly Rate: £15.63–£16.32 (depending on skills and experience)

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Assembly Fitter / Auto Electrician to join our Assembly Department. This is a hands‑on role working on specialist vehicles, including electrical installations and diagnostics.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose electrical issues using electronic diagnostic equipment.
• Modify and install electrical harnesses and wiring looms.
• Install interior electrics (GPS, camera systems, etc.).
• Fit high‑voltage batteries into electric vehicles.
• Conduct fault‑finding and diagnostic work on specialist vehicles.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with safety standards.
• Contribute to a clean, safe working environment.

What We Offer

• Profit‑Related Bonus Scheme (approx. 5% of basic salary)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Personal Pension Scheme: 3.5% employee, 5.5% employer
• Employer pension: 5% employee, 7.5% employer (enrolled after 3 months)
• Life assurance (5× basic salary from day one)
• Discount shopping portal
• Free on‑site parking
• Ride‑to‑work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Access to training and Mental Health First Aiders

Ideal Candidate

• Previous fitting experience (desirable)
• Understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics & electrical circuits (desirable)
• Apprenticeship in mechanical engineering or similar (desirable)
• Clean driving licence / LGV (desirable)
• Strong communication skills, self‑motivated, and able to work independently
• Positive, team‑oriented attitude

Interested? Apply now and join a company that values skill, safety, and development.

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