Vehicle Fitter

My client is now recruiting for a Vehicle Fitter to join their expanding team. This is an exciting time to join a company that continues to grow from strength to strength in the local area. If you have a background as a trained mechanic or have 2 years mechanical engineering experience, then this could be just the job for you. You will also need to have 2 years’ experience in automotive 12 volt and 48 volt electrical circuits is required. Welding would be a distinct advantage but is not essential.

Working on the front line of production, you will help maintain the high standards their customers expect. The job is challenging and interesting, with a lot of variation. Not only will you be responsible for building our own vehicles, but also for the maintenance and repair of the company rental fleet.

This is a full time permanent role 39 hour week with 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Responsibilities:

• Actively participate in the on-the-job training program
• Build production vehicles as per given job cards
• Prepare or repair rental vehicles, as per given job cards
• Meet production build target hours
• Ensure you are aware of and comply with the company Health and Safety Policy
• Ensure the factory and surrounding areas are kept smart, clean and safe
• Adhere to, and participate in, the company 5S program
• Help achieve ongoing improvements in build times and quality performance

Skills:

• You will have 2 years of mechanical engineering experience, gained in an automotive, power generation, aviation or manufacturing environments.
• You will be experienced in electrical fault finding, repair and general maintenance of machinery.
• Welding experience is an advantage, but not essential
• Communicate clearly on technical issues
• Comfortable prioritising tasks in a changing customer-driven environment
• Work on your own and as part of the team, when required
• Clean driving license

The role would suit a positive ‘can do’ attitude, underpinned by an active ‘roll the sleeves up’ style