Auto Electrician

Uniting Holding; Southampton; On-site; GBP 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Digital GP Service

Annual Leave Purchase Programme

Discounted Gym Membership

Job summary

Uniting Holding in Southampton is seeking a skilled individual for their fitting team. This role involves installing racking systems and advanced electrical components in commercial vehicles. Candidates must have a full driving license and a background in auto electrics. The position offers pay of up to £20 per hour, along with numerous employee benefits such as pension schemes and gym discounts. Join a dynamic team focused on quality and efficiency in a rapidly evolving environment.

Qualifications

• Full driving license is required.
• Candidates should have a background in auto electrics.

Responsibilities

• Install racking systems and accessories to commercial vehicles.
• Install various electrical components like sat navs and cameras.
• Ensure all quality standards are met.

Skills

Full driving license

Background in auto electrics

Job description

About NVD

Founded in 1980 as a family‑owned business, NVD UK was established to support vehicle manufacturers by ensuring the timely and incident‑free distribution of their products. Over the years, we have become a trusted one‑stop solution, delivering all three core pillars of outbound logistics: transporting, storing, and enhancing our customers’ vehicles before their final delivery.

Since our inception, NVD UK has led the way in pioneering the digitisation of the Finished Vehicle Logistics (FVL) industry. As early adopters of emerging technologies, we have introduced significant efficiencies that save our customers both time and money. Our unwavering commitment to progress and continuous service improvement remains central to our business ethos today.

About the Role

As a valued member of our dynamic fitting team, you’ll play a hands‑on role in converting all types of light commercial vehicles to exact customer specifications. Working with leading brands, each project is that bit different, whether fitting lightweight racking systems or advanced electrical solutions. If you take pride in your craftsmanship and thrive in a fast‑paced, quality‑driven environment, this is your chance to be part of something genuinely exciting.

Pay and Benefits

• Up to £20 per hour DOE
• Pension Scheme
• Death In Service Benefit
• Digital GP Service
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Leave Purchase Programme
• Long Service Awards
• Staff Purchase Schemes: Tyres
• Tools
• Bike to Work
• Discounted Gym Membership

Key Responsibilities

• The installation of racking systems and accessories to commercial vehicles as below:
• racking units
• flooring
• liners
• Advanced electrical components / Connections / Testing
• roof equipment
• Ensure all quality standards are met
• Ability to work to targets and deadlines
• Adherence to company health & safety procedures
• The installation of various electrical components to customers vehicles including sat navs, cameras, beacons, inverters, parking sensors etc.
• Running wiring looms to wiring specification
• Fault finding
• Ensure quality standards are met
• Adherence to company health & safety procedures
• Ability to work to targets and deadlines
• Lead by example with high performance, commitment, flexibility, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Build strong working relationships, promote team participation, and support or coach colleagues.
• Communicate requirements clearly, handle difficult situations confidently, and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Drive efficiency and improvement by generating new ideas, staying updated with best practices, using technology for tracking, and maintaining momentum on initiatives.

Essential Requirements

• Full driving license
• Background in auto electrics

Equal Opportunities Statement

National Vehicle Distribution is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value openness, innovation, customer focus, and operational excellence. Our organisation actively promotes equality and prohibits discrimination based on gender, marital/civil status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, race or religion, in accordance with UK equality legislation. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.