Auto Electrician

Job title
Auto Electrician – Manual Labour
Employment type
Temporary
Number of people required
1
Target start date
12 Oct 2026
Target end date
03 Jan 2027
Duration
12 Weeks

Hours per week
37

Rate
PAYE: £17.18 per hour

Job location
Duncrue Industrial Estate, 31-51 Duncrue Road, Belfast, BT3 9BP, United Kingdom

Main purpose of job

To be responsible to the Fleet Team Leader and other appropriate officers for the undertaking of both preparation and repair of auto electrical and electronic systems of the council�s fleet of vehicles and mobile plant as directed within the Waste and Fleet Logistics Unit, either individually or as part of a team.

Summary of responsibilities and personal duties
To carry out as directed the full range of work associated with auto electrical and electronic systems safety checks, preparation, maintenance and service repair of all Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV), Light Goods Vehicle (LGV), Electric Vehicles (EVs), miscellaneous vehicles, vehicle attachments and items of mobile plant.

To prepare the electrical systems of fleet items for annual testing and to observe, recognise and report promptly on any vehicle or component defects and symptoms of impending failure.

To dismantle and reassemble all fleet items as necessary for the purposes of fault-finding, repair or replacement of electrical components.

To provide as required to all relevant personnel job-costing and time recording information using the documentation provided, including for customers with an estimated time and cost for larger repair jobs.

To participate in a 24-hour emergency callout service if so required.

To liaise with and provide appropriate information to stores personnel in relation to the establishment and maintenance of a suitable range of electrical spares for use in the above.

To drive all council vehicles as required, and to collect parts and spares as directed.

To interpret, implement and have due regard to electrical servicing/repair instructions and manufacturers specifications where required.

To carry out as directed diagnostic testing on the electrical systems of all vehicles and items of mobile plant, using all plant, machinery and equipment supplied.

To participate in a �triage� system of fault diagnosis, evaluation and repair where required to do so.

To participate as directed in all quality assurance procedures and initiatives, including the completion and submission of appropriate documentation.

To operate electrical diagnostic equipment and maintain a clean and safe working environment.

To be flexible within the technical trades.

To undertake such training as may be identified for the maintenance of essential craft skills and to assist on-the-job coaching and training, e.g. new employees, contractors and temporarily assigned auto-electrician apprentices.

To motivate and manage any staff that may be assigned to the post holder to ensure effective service delivery and to be responsible for reviewing and implementing a proper staff training and development programme.

To participate in all induction and in-service training provided by Belfast City Council and in the induction and support of all newly appointed staff and other human resource management policies and procedures, as appropriate, including, absence management, disciplinary and grievance procedure.

To participate as directed in the council�s recruitment and selection procedures.

To act in accordance with the council and departmental policies and procedures including customer care; equal opportunities; health and safety; safeguarding and any pertinent legislation.

To participate in all induction and in-service training provided by Belfast City Council and in the induction and support of all newly appointed staff and other human resource management procedures as appropriate.

To undertake the duties in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of the council.

To undertake such other relevant duties as may, from time to time, be required.

This job description has been written at a time of significant organisational change and it will be subject to review and amendment as the demands of the role and the organisation evolve. Therefore, the post-holder will be required to be flexible, adaptable and aware that s/he may be asked to perform tasks, duties and responsibilities which are not specifically detailed in the job description but which are commensurate with the role.

Essential criteria

Driving licence, qualifications and experience

Applicants must, as at the closing date for receipt of application forms:

possess a full, current driving licence which enables them to drive in Northern Ireland or have access to a form of transport which enables them to meet the requirements of the post in full[1].
be a time-served auto-electrician and possess the IMI Level 3 Diploma in Auto-Electrical and Mobile Electrical Operation or an NVQ Level 3 in Motor Vehicle Electric Engineering or equivalent relevant qualification
be able to demonstrate on the application form, by providing personal and specific examples, at least one year�s relevant experience in each of the following areas:
working in a diverse fleet maintenance and management environmentworking on both HGV and LGV vehicles
 

Desirable criteria

In addition to the above driving licence, qualifications and experience, Belfast City Council reserves the right to shortlist only those candidates who, as at the closing date for receipt of application forms:

in the first instance, can demonstrate on the application form, by providing personal and specific examples, at least two years� relevant experience in each of the areas mentioned above
in the second instance, possess a full, current Category CE driving licence.
 

Special skills and attributes

Applicants must also be able to demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples, evidence that they possess the following special skills and attributes which may be tested at interview:

Technical knowledge: the ability to operate electrical diagnostic equipment, and read electrical and electronic schematics and circuit diagrams.

Communication skills: the ability to effectively communicate with colleagues, line management and customers.

Team working skills: the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, contributing to the success of the team and achievement of objectives and goals.

Work planning and prioritisation skills: the ability to effectively plan and prioritise work and demonstrate an enthusiastic and disciplined approach to work, with evidence of exceeding targets and objectives and working to deadlines with minimal supervision.

Health and safety awareness: an understanding of health and safety risks in a high-risk environment, and the ability to work in confined spaces.

Analytical and decision-making skills: the ability to make decisions about individual working and contribute to the achievement of operational objectives.

[1] Please be advised that this alternative is a �reasonable adjustment� specifically for applicants with disabilities who, as a result of their disability, are unable to hold a full, current driving licence.  However, please also be advised that, given the business need for the postholder to drive all council vehicles and collect parts and spares as directed, the �reasonableness� of this adjustment will be thoroughly considered prior to any appointment being made.

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