Auto Electrician, Wigan

Permanent contract, Overtime paid at x1.5 after 38 hours. Working within a modern and highly organised production facility, you will play a key role in the Auto electrical installation and conversion of brand-new commercial and specialist vehicles.

• Permanent, long-term opportunity.
• 4-day working week offering excellent work-life balance
• Weekly pay
• Overtime paid at enhanced rates with plenty available.
• Stable business with a strong order book.
• Continued investment across the workshop and operation.
• Opportunity to develop within a growing specialist vehicle manufacturer.

The company manufactures bespoke vehicle conversions for a wide range of industries, meaning no two builds are the same.
The Auto Electrician work is varied, hands-on, and suited to individuals who enjoy practical electrical installation work within a production or automotive environment.
Duties of the Auto Electrician position:

• Installation of 12V and 24V electrical systems into brand-new vehicles
• Routing and securing wiring looms throughout vehicle bodies and chassis
• Crimping, terminating, soldering, and connecting electrical components
• Installing and wiring:
  • LED lighting systems
  • Beacons and light bars
  • Reverse cameras and parking sensors
  • Split charge systems
  • Inverters and power supplies
  • Tail-lifts and auxiliary equipment

• Fault finding and testing electrical circuits using diagnostic equipment and multimeters.
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and build instructions
• Fitting additional vehicle equipment including racking systems, shelving, false floors, storage units, and bespoke accessories
• Supporting final testing and quality inspections prior to vehicle handover
• Working closely with the production and fitting teams to achieve build deadlines

We would be keen to speak with candidates who have experience as:

• Auto Electrician
• Vehicle Electrician
• Electrical Fitter
• Coachbuilder
• Vehicle Conversion Technician
• HGV Electrician
• PSV Electrician
• Mechanical/Electrical Assembly Technician

Candidates from automotive, commercial vehicle, rail, plant, off-highway, military, or manufacturing backgrounds are all encouraged to apply.
Benefits of the Auto Electrician position.

• 14.00 - 18.00 per hour depending on experience
• Overtime paid at 1.5x
• Permanent position from day one
• Monday to Thursday working week
• Early finish every week
• Modern, clean, and well-equipped workshop
• Stable and growing business with long-term work secured
• Excellent opportunity to develop within the specialist vehicle industry

If you would a private chat about the Auto Electrician, please contact Rodger Morley at E3 Recruitment.