At a Glance
- Tasks: Diagnose and repair electrical faults on welfare units, tower lights, and welfare vans.
- Company: Join a growing and stable business based in Sherburn in Elmet.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a company pension scheme.
- Other info: Permanent, full-time position with overtime opportunities available.
- Why this job: This role offers hands-on experience with diverse electrical systems and equipment.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in engineering, ideally with 12V and 24V vehicle electrical systems.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Sherburn in Elmet
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday (overtime available)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
The Role
We are looking for a Lighting Engineer to join our depot team in Sherburn in Elmet. This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and installing electrical systems across our fleet of welfare units, tower lights, and welfare vans. You will play a key role in ensuring all equipment is maintained to a high standard and fully compliant with safety and operational requirements. You will report to the Depot Manager and work closely with the Depot Foreman and Depot Engineers to support smooth depot operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repair electrical faults on welfare units, tower lights, and welfare vans
- Install, maintain, and upgrade 12V and 24V electrical systems, including lighting, batteries, charging systems, and power distribution
- Carry out fault-finding and troubleshooting using diagnostic tools and testing equipment
- Install and repair inverters, generators, solar panels, and auxiliary power systems
- Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations and company policies
- Maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, and maintenance work
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure efficient workflow and timely repairs
- Assist with equipment modifications and upgrades as required
- Provide support to other depots when required
About you
- Proven experience in an engineering role, ideally within plant hire, commercial vehicles, or welfare equipment
- Strong knowledge of 12V and 24V vehicle electrical systems and wiring diagrams
- Experience working with lighting towers, generators, and mobile welfare units is desirable
- Confident fault-finding and diagnostic skills
- Competent using diagnostic tools, meters, and testing equipment
- Good understanding of electrical safety standards and best practice
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Automotive Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) preferred
Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Life assurance
PPE and tools provided
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Permanent role within a growing and stable business
Lighting Engineer in Sherburn in Elmet employer: Kelling Group Limited
Located in Sherburn in Elmet, this company offers ongoing training and development opportunities. Employees benefit from life assurance and provided PPE and tools, ensuring a safe working environment. The team is focused on maintaining high standards of safety and operational compliance.
