Heavy Plant Auto Electrical Technician

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

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.