Electrical Specialist / Electrician

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HGV Auto Electrician Shift: 45 hours per week Term: 6 Month Fixed Term Contract About Us: At Gregory Distribution Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency. We are seeking an experienced HGV Auto Electrician to join our team, specialising in electrical installations across commercial vehicles. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with 12V and 24V systems, particularly within commercial vehicle environments, and be confident installing, diagnosing, and maintaining a range of electrical equipment including tracking systems, CCTV/camera solutions, and other ancillary vehicle technologies. Support the Samsara Telematics Installation Programme, assisting in the deployment of 1,480 telematics devices across HGVs, LCVs, and trailers, ensuring all units are installed, configured, and validated to deliver real time fleet data, AI driven driver insights, live temperature monitoring, and unified fleet management capability. Install, maintain, and repair auto electrical systems across HGVs, LCVs, trailers, and commercial vehicles, delivering work to the highest safety and quality standards. Fit, configure, and validate vehicle tracking systems, telematics hardware, and multi camera solutions across tractor units and refrigerated trailers, following approved procedures to ensure consistent, high quality installation. Diagnose and resolve electrical faults using appropriate tools, testing equipment, and diagnostic techniques for accurate fault finding and effective repair. Work confidently with 12V and 24V electrical systems, applying safe working practices and robust technical standards. Travel nationwide between sites, including occasional overnight stays, to complete installation, service, and maintenance tasks. Maintain clear and accurate documentation, including installation records, fault reports, and service logs, ensuring all information is captured promptly and professionally. Coordinate work during vehicle downtime with fleet and operations teams, minimising disruption and ensuring vehicles and assets are efficiently equipped with telematics technology. This role covers a mix of day, back shift, and weekend working to support vehicle inspections and fleet availability. Proven experience as an Auto Electrician/Diagnostics Technician in HGV and commercial vehicles, including ancillary installs and FMS/OBD/CAN bus integrations. Strong diagnostic skills using multiple diagnostic tools and vehicle software; Hands on experience installing tracking, CCTV/multi camera, and telematics systems, following digital installation plans accurately. Good inventory management, ensuring components are logged, allocated, and stocked appropriately. Full UK driving licence (HGV licence beneficial but not essential). IMI AE Units (Auto Electrical VCQ/VRQ) qualification. Working toward or holding an NVQ Level 3 in Installation & Maintenance of Auto Electrical Systems. Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service & Maintenance (Electrical Pathway). Competitive Salary : £21.00 per hour, based on 45 hours per week. PLUS for all hours worked between 21:00hrs & 04:00hrs, you will receive an additional £2.75 per hour. Project Completion Bonus: Receive a £2,000 bonus (tax payable) when you complete the 6 month installation project. Hours: 45 hours per week, with an expectation of flexibility to support fleet availability as required. Overtime: Overtime paid at hourly rate x 1.5 = £31.50ph. Training : Monthly Courses for a variety of areas. Additional holiday purchasing scheme , Retail discounts with Circular Benefits , Retail Trust Wellbeing Support , and more. Career Growth : Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business. Excellent holiday allowance. Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme . Christmas Savings Club , Black Circle Tyre Discount , Cycle To Work Scheme , Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day. Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support program. Please submit your application as soon as possible. Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.
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Location:
Bathgate
Job Type:
FullTime

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