At a Glance
- Tasks: Build production vehicles and maintain the rental fleet as per job cards.
- Company: Join the UK's largest manufacturer of industrial electric vehicles near Peterborough.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary of £30k-£34k OTE and a profit share bonus scheme.
- Other info: You must provide your own hand tools; air tools will be supplied.
- Why this job: This role offers diverse challenges across various industries, from oil rigs to hospitals.
- Qualifications: Requires 2 years of mechanical engineering and automotive electrical circuit experience.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 34000 £ per year.
Location: Peterborough
Salary: £30k-£34k OTE
Our client is seeking an efficient and reliable Vehicle Fitter to work in our factory, near Peterborough. The role requires a minimum of 2 years mechanical engineering experience and 2 years experience in automotive 12-volt and 48-volt electrical circuits. Welding would be a distinct advantage but is not essential.
As a Fitter for the UK’s largest manufacturer of industrial electric vehicles, you will work in the Factory team, producing a wide range of vehicles. Working on the front line of production, you will help maintain the high standards our customers expect. The job is challenging and interesting, with a lot of variation. You will be responsible for building our own vehicles, as well as for the maintenance and repair of the rental fleet. The vehicles are used across a wide variety of industries, including oil rigs, motor manufacturing, airports, hospitals, golf courses, wildlife parks, atomic plants, power stations, and more.
Experience and requirements:
- 2 years of mechanical engineering experience, gained in automotive, power generation, aviation, or manufacturing environments.
- Experienced in electrical fault finding, repair, and general maintenance of machinery.
- Welding experience is an advantage, but not essential.
- Ability to communicate clearly on technical issues.
- Comfortable prioritising tasks in a changing customer-driven environment.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team when required.
- Clean driving license.
- Positive can-do attitude, with an active 'roll the sleeves up' style.
- Required to provide your own hand tools common to the trade; air tools required for the position will be supplied.
Day to Day Duties:
- 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 compliance with the company Health and Safety Policy.
We offer:
- Competitive rates - OTE £36-48k.
- Basic hours of work: 39 per week - overtime offered.
- Company profit share bonus scheme (minimum 1-year service to qualify).
- 29 days holiday (including bank holidays).
- Ongoing manufacture.
Vehicle Fitter - £30,000 - £34,000 A Year in Peterborough employer: Commercial Recruitment
Located in Peterborough, this company is a leader in manufacturing industrial electric vehicles. Employees benefit from a profit share bonus scheme and 29 days of holiday, fostering a rewarding work environment. The team values a positive attitude and hands-on approach to work.
