Telematics Technician

CDM Recruitment; Caddington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Telematics Technician to join their engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and supporting innovative smart systems across ground support and plant equipment. Candidates should have experience in electronics, a qualification in auto electrical principles, and be able to effectively communicate and train teams. Competitive pay and benefits are included.

Benefits

Competitive pay

6% employer pension contribution

Private Medical cover

Life Assurance (3x salary)

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Solid hands-on experience in electronics or similar technical trade.
• Good grasp of telematics, GPS, and automotive electrical systems.
• Confidence reading wiring diagrams and technical manuals.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.

Responsibilities

• Installing and commissioning telematics units.
• Troubleshooting and maintaining systems.
• Monitoring performance through the Targa Telematics platform.
• Training on-site teams for effective system use.
• Keeping logs of installations and maintenance.

Skills

Hands-on experience in electronics or auto-electrical

Understanding of telematics and GPS systems

Problem-solving mindset

Strong communication skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Auto Electrical

BTEC HNC Diploma or City & Guilds LGV Level 3

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

We're looking for a skilled Telematics Technician to join our engineering team and take ownership of installing, maintaining, and supporting the smart systems powering our ground support and plant equipment across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Installing and commissioning telematics units on a varied fleet of vehicles and equipment.
• Troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining systems to ensure uptime and reliability.
• Monitoring performance and alerts through the Targa Telematics platform.
• Diagnosing technical issues on‑site and getting things back up and running fast.
• Taking full ownership of installation projects from planning to completion.
• Training and supporting on‑site teams so everyone knows how to get the most from our systems.
• Keeping accurate logs of installations, inspections, and maintenance.
• Travelling to UK sites as needed for installs, upgrades, and system checks.
• Working safely and in line with airport regulations and company standards (ISO9001, ISO14001, OHSAS18001).

What You'll Bring

• Solid hands‑on experience in electronics, auto‑electrical, or a similar technical trade.
• A good grasp of telematics, GPS, and automotive electrical systems.
• Confidence reading wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
• A methodical, problem‑solving mindset.
• Strong communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Auto Electrical or Mobile Electrical Principles.
• BTEC HNC Diploma or City & Guilds LGV Level 3.

What You're Like

• Proactive and self‑motivated.
• Team player, approachable, and professional in every setting.
• Always learning and looking for ways to improve.

What's In It For You

• Competitive pay and a 6% employer pension contribution.
• Private Medical cover + Life Assurance (3x salary).
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• The chance to work with some of the most advanced telematics systems in the industry.
• A supportive team that values innovation, reliability, and real engineering know‑how.