Auto Electrician

OLG Recruitment; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

OLG Recruitment are seeking an experienced Auto Electrician to diagnose, repair and install electrical systems on a diverse fleet including heavy plant, HGVs and industrial equipment. The role focuses on safe, reliable operation and preventative maintenance in Scunthorpe.

You will work with 12V/24V CAN-bus systems, wiring harnesses, and diagnostic tools, with responsibilities spanning fault-finding, repairs, and commissioning of telematics, cameras and safety equipment.

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in Auto Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing 12V/24V and CAN-bus systems.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Experience with heavy plant, HGVs or industrial equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults on electrical systems in heavy vehicles and plant.
• Repair and replace wiring harnesses, relays, sensors and control modules.
• Install accessories such as LED lighting, cameras, telematics and safety systems.
• Calibrate and test electrical systems after repairs.
• Modify wiring looms and fabricate wiring as needed.

Skills

12V & 24V systems

CAN-bus diagnostics

Wiring diagrams

Independent & methodical

Attention to detail

Basic computer literacy

Telematics knowledge

Camera systems knowledge

Electronic control systems

HGV & heavy plant experience

Education

Auto Electrical Engineering qualification or equivalent

Job description

OLG Recruitment are looking for experienced, reliable, practical and safety-minded Auto Electrician for our client located in Scunthorpe. To carry out diagnosis, repair, installation, and preventative maintenance of electrical and electronic systems on a diverse fleet of heavy plant, HGVs, forklift trucks, vacuum jetting tankers, and specialist industrial equipment.

The role is responsible for ensuring all vehicle and plant electrical systems are maintained to a high standard, supporting safe, reliable, and efficient operation across the business.

Diagnose and repair faults on 12V, 24V, and CAN-bus electrical systems.

Trace and rectify wiring faults, short circuits, open circuits, poor earths, and intermittent issues.

Repair and replace wiring harnesses, connectors, relays, switches, sensors, and control modules.

Diagnose faults using OEM and aftermarket diagnostic equipment.

Calibrate and test electrical systems following repair.

Install and commission electrical accessories and systems including:

• LED lighting and beacons
• Reverse cameras and monitoring systems
• Telematics and GPS equipment
• Safety systems and alarms

Modify and fabricate wiring looms as required.

• Recognised qualification in Auto Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven experience as an Auto Electrician working on commercial vehicles, heavy plant, or industrial equipment.
• Strong knowledge of 12V and 24V systems.
• Experience with CAN-bus diagnostics.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience working on heavy plant and HGVs.
• Knowledge of telematics, camera systems, and safety equipment.
• Excellent electrical fault-finding ability.
• Strong understanding of electronic control systems.
• Ability to work independently and methodically.
• Good attention to detail.
• Basic computer literacy