Vehicle Electrician

ZipRecruiter; Stockport; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Stockport is seeking a skilled Vehicle Electrician for a permanent position. The role involves electrical installation and repair on military vehicles, requiring proven experience and a recognised apprenticeship. This opportunity offers competitive pay, training, and the chance to work on high-profile defence projects.

Benefits

Overtime opportunities

Full training and long-term development prospects

Chance to work on high-profile defence projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Electrician (defence or specialist vehicle background).
• Confidence working from schematics and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Electrical installation, modification, and repair work on military and specialist vehicles.
• Working from wiring diagrams and technical drawings.
• Diagnosing and rectifying electrical faults.

Skills

Electrical installation

Modification

Repair work

Diagnosing faults

Collaboration

Education

Recognised apprenticeship

Job description

Job Description

Vehicle Electrician – Defence Vehicles

Location: Stockport | Salary: £19.22 per hour | Type: Permanent, Days

We’re working with a specialist engineering company in Stockport that supports some of the most advanced military vehicle programmes in the UK. They’re looking for a skilled Vehicle Electrician to join their team on a permanent basis.

Role:

1. Electrical installation, modification, and repair work on military and specialist vehicles
2. Working from wiring diagrams and technical drawings
3. Diagnosing and rectifying electrical faults
4. Collaborating with a close-knit team to deliver high standards of workmanship

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Electrician (defence or specialist vehicle background)
• Confidence working from schematics and technical documentation
• Recognised apprenticeship

What’s on offer:

• Permanent role with a stable employer
• £19.22 per hour + overtime opportunities
• Days-based role, Monday to Friday
• Full training and long-term development prospects
• Chance to work on high-profile defence projects

If you're a skilled auto-electrician looking for a long-term role with purpose, this could be a great fit. Apply now or get in touch for more details.

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