HGV Auto Electrician

Fruehauf Ltd.; Grantham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trailer manufacturing company in Grantham seeks an experienced HGV Auto Electrician. You will diagnose and repair electrical systems on HGV trailers, ensuring compliance with DVSA and manufacturer standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong fault-finding skills and knowledge of HGV electrical systems. This role offers a 45-hour workweek in a modern facility with ongoing training and support, fostering a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Onsite parking

Opportunity to work in a growing facility

Investment in technology and processes

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Auto Electrician on HGVs or trailers.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Knowledge of HGV electrical systems, including ABS/EBS.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical faults on HGV rigids and trailers.
• Install and maintain wiring looms, sockets, connectors, and control units.
• Carry out inspections, testing, and fault-finding using diagnostic equipment.

Skills

Auto Electrician experience

Fault-finding skills

Knowledge of HGV electrical systems

Ability to read wiring diagrams

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Formal qualification in Auto Electrical Engineering

HGV licence (Class 1 or 2)

Education

Formal qualification in Auto Electrical Engineering or similar

Job description

Department: Rigid Trailer Assembly
Reports To: Rigid Assembly Manager
Location: Grantham, Lincolnshire
Rate: £17.00 ph (45 Hour week)

MV Fruehauf is a leading UK trailer engineering and manufacturing company, operating from a large facility in Grantham. The business has undergone significant investment and transformation in recent years, with expansion of product lines, modern fabrication machinery, upgraded facilities, and a growing workforce.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced HGV Auto Electrician to join our Grantham workshop team. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, installing, and maintaining electrical systems on HGV trailers and Rigids to ensure they meet DVSA, manufacturer, and customer standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical faults on HGV rigids and trailers, including lighting, ABS/EBS, braking, and ancillary systems
• Install and maintain wiring looms, sockets, connectors, and control unitsid>l>
• Carry out inspections, testing, and fault-finding using diagnostic equipment
• Ensure all work complies with DVSA regulations and MV Fruehauf quality standards
• Complete job cards, inspection sheets, and electronic records accurately
• Work collaboratively with fitters, welders, and workshop supervisors
• Support trailer PDI, MOT preparation, and refurbishment work
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment
• Adhere to health & safety procedures at all times
• At a later stage; install electrics on our Crane trailers (full training will be provided)

Required Skills & Experience

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as an Auto Electrician on HGVs or trailers
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Knowledge of HGV electrical systems, including ABS/EBS
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams
• Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Formal qualification in Auto Electrical Engineering or similar
• Experience working with trailer manufacturers or fleet operators
• Familiarity with diagnostic systems
• HGV licence (Class 1 or 2)
• Working hours: 45-Hour Week (Monday to Friday)
• Onsite parking
• Opportunity to work in a growing facility with investment in technology and processes

Please email all applications tocareers@fruehauf include your CV and any other relevant information with your application including your availability

Fruehauf is an Equal Opportunities employer: We recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. Fruehauf provides a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
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