Senior Automotive Electrician - Lead Diagnostics

National Vehicle Distribution; South Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Death In Service Benefit

Digital GP Service

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Leave Purchase Programme

Long Service Awards

Staff Purchase Schemes: Tyres

Staff Purchase Schemes: Tools

Bike to Work

Discounted Gym Membership

Job summary

National Vehicle Distribution in Ireland is seeking a Senior Automotive Electrician to lead diagnosis, repair, installation and maintenance of complex electrical systems on heavy and standard fleet vehicles. You will mentor the electrical team and ensure safety and quality compliance.

The role involves hands-on leadership, inventory support, and recommending new diagnostic technologies, with opportunities to advance skills through training and hands-on projects.

Qualifications

• QQI level 6 Motor mechanic qualification is required.
• 5–7 years of automotive electrical experience on various vehicles.
• Strong diagnostic and repair capabilities using modern tools.

Responsibilities

• Repair and vehicle fitout: diagnose and repair electrical faults in heavy vehicles and standard fleet vehicles, addressing issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Utilize specialized diagnostic tools and software to identify faults in vehicle electrical systems; calculate troubleshooting steps.
• Install and configure electronic systems such as GPS, sensors, reverse cameras, beacons, inverters and other telematics.
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical systems to minimize downtime and extend vehicle lifespan.
• Lead and mentor junior auto electricians and apprentices, ensuring safety and quality standards.

Skills

Electrical systems

Diagnostic skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Education

QQI level 6 Motor mechanic Qualification (A Must)

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Job description

National Vehicle Distribution in Ireland is seeking a Senior Automotive Electrician to lead diagnosis, repair, installation and maintenance of complex electrical systems on heavy and standard fleet vehicles. You will mentor the electrical team and ensure safety and quality compliance.

The role involves hands-on leadership, inventory support, and recommending new diagnostic technologies, with opportunities to advance skills through training and hands-on projects.