Salary – £41,617.78 p.a. plus 30% shift allowance 4 on 4 off 2 Days 2 Nights £(phone number removed) p.a.
Location - Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN16 1XA
What you need to know about the role
We’re looking for experienced, reliable, practical and safety-minded Auto Electrician to carry out diagnosis, repair, installation, and preventative maintenance of electrical and electronic systems on a diverse fleet of heavy plant, HGVs, forklift trucks, vacuum jetting tankers, and specialist industrial equipment.
The role is responsible for ensuring all vehicle and plant electrical systems are maintained to a high standard, supporting safe, reliable, and efficient operation across the business.
What you’ll be doing
Diagnose and repair faults on 12V, 24V, and CAN-bus electrical systems.
Trace and rectify wiring faults, short circuits, open circuits, poor earths, and intermittent issues.
Repair and replace wiring harnesses, connectors, relays, switches, sensors, and control modules.
Diagnose faults using OEM and aftermarket diagnostic equipment.
Calibrate and test electrical systems following repair.
Install and commission electrical accessories and systems including:
LED lighting and beacons
Reverse cameras and monitoring systems
Telematics and GPS equipment
Safety systems and alarms
Modify and fabricate wiring looms as required.
What we need to know about you
Recognised qualification in Auto Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Proven experience as an Auto Electrician working on commercial vehicles, heavy plant, or industrial equipment.
Strong knowledge of 12V and 24V systems.
Experience with CAN-bus diagnostics.
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams.
Full UK driving licence.
Excellent electrical fault-finding ability.
Strong understanding of electronic control systems.
Ability to work independently and methodically.
Good attention to detail.
Basic computer literacy.
Desirable:
Experience working on heavy plant and HGVs.
Knowledge of telematics, camera systems, and safety equipment.
What we can offer you
We know our employees are our greatest asset and alongside the great benefits packages we offer, we continue to invest in their careers by providing a huge range of training and development opportunities.
Whatever your stage in life, you'll find a range of benefits to complement your work-life balance. The benefits you'll enjoy include:
Defined contribution company pension scheme
27 personal annual leave days + statutory bank holidays
Life Assurance
A comprehensive Company sick pay scheme
Health Cash Plan via our partnership with Simply health
Employee Assistance Programme
Standby and call-out payments
Family friendly benefits including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
What you need to know about us
British Steel is a leading European steel manufacturer, supplying premium long products around the world.
We take great pride in our history and heritage. Not many companies can claim to have generations of families dedicating their working lives to one company, one industry. Steel gets into your blood, and this drives the passion of our people. And these 2 values deliver our third value of performance – making the products our customers want now and in the future.
British Steel has a bright future and we want you to be part of it.
British Steel is an armed forces friendly company, and we actively encourage applications from ex-Armed Forces Personnel, Reservists, Armed Forces Veterans and military spouses/partners
Salary description
£41000.00 - £52000.00 per year