Electrical Vehicle Fitter (67238) Dublin North, Republic of Ireland
Salary: EUR38000 - EUR42000 per annum
OVERVIEW
The Automotive Electrical Fitter is responsible for carrying out aftermarket modifications, installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems across new and used vehicles in line with client requirements. The role involves diagnosing faults, integrating complex electrical components, and ensuring all systems meet safety, quality, and performance standards.
This position requires strong technical expertise, precision, and attention to detail, as it directly impacts vehicle safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Install, repair, and maintain automotive electrical systems, including diagnosing faults using circuit diagrams and testing equipment
- Disassemble and correctly reassemble vehicle components during installations and repairs
- Ensure proper routing, protection, and secure connection of cables and components to prevent faults
- Integrate and manage control systems to ensure all electrical components function cohesively and are fully operational
- Adhere to company procedures, safety regulations, and quality standards, ensuring all work is compliant and defect-free
- Maintain accurate documentation, including job logs, inspection sheets, and records
- Plan, prioritise, and complete work within allocated timeframes to meet production targets and delivery deadlines
- Liaise with managers, manufacturers, and team members to resolve issues and communicate job progress effectively
- Participate in training, stay updated on new technologies, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain a clean, safe working environment and support overall team and business objectives, including ad-hoc tasks
REQUIREMENTS & MEASUREMENTS
Experience & Qualifications
Key Measurements / KPIs
- Proven experience in automotive electrical systems installation, repair, and diagnostics.
- First-time fix rate and system reliability (jobs completed without rework)
- Experience working with wiring harnesses, control modules, and electrical system integration.
- Job completion within target hours and adherence to allocated labour times.
- Experience in aftermarket vehicle modifications and upgrades (desirable)
- On-time delivery aligned to production schedules and deadlines.
- Familiarity with diagnostic tools and ability to interpret circuit diagrams.
- Quality compliance, including defect rates and adherence to inspection standards.
- Relevant qualification in Automotive Electrical Engineering or Auto Electrics (e.g., Level 3 Diploma or equivalent).
- Health & Safety compliance, including adherence to procedures and zero incidents.
- Certification or training in vehicle diagnostics and valid driver’s licence (desirable)
- Accuracy of documentation, customer satisfaction, and contribution to continuous improvement.
- Strong technical expertise in automotive electrical systems and component integration
- Advanced fault diagnosis and problem-solving capability.
- Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and technical schematics.
- High attention to detail ensuring quality, precision, and minimal errors
- Accountability and ownership of tasks and outcomes.
- Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and stakeholders.
- Team-oriented approach with the ability to build positive working relationships.
- Adaptability to new technologies and changing work demands.
- Commitment to continuous learning and maintaining up-to-date technical knowledge.
As this role continues to evolve over time, some new additional responsibilities are to be expected.
QUALITY ASSURANCE/PROCESS
Ensure you follow procedures relating to the Quality Management System ISO 9001
HUMAN RESOURCES
- Maintain an effective working relationship. Foster good day-to-day relations with all staff.
- Adhere to Esmark Finch Human Resource policies as per the Employee Handbook.
- Embrace the culture of Esmark Finch take ownership for your own job within the organisation and by doing so strive to improve the level of job satisfaction you achieve.
- Participate in your annual performance appraisal review.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Ensure Health and Safety procedures are complied with in your department as per Safety Statement and Risk Assessments.