Auto Electrician (Field Based)

Are you looking for a new opportunity to join a leading telematics company, providing solutions to many household names, such as McLaren, Tesco, Harrods, Stobarts, JCB, Dominos… To name a few!, We are looking for an Auto Electrician to provide continued support to our growing and established customer base within Manchester and the surrounding area. In this role, you will ensure the Microlise product portfolio is fully integrated into the customer's assets; the installation, service and support of our product suite and peripherals both in the UK and overseas.

Are you an experienced Auto Electrician or Field Service Engineer looking for a new opportunity and challenge? How about the opportunity to join a leading telematics company, who works with transport operators and vehicle manufacturers throughout the world such as JCB, Eddie Stobart and the leading supermarkets? We'd love to hear from you!

A Day in the Life of an Auto Electrician…

Don't just take our word for it, read Jack's story which gives a glimpse of the training, typical day and highlights being an Auto Electrician at Microlise. You can read Jack's blog via the link here!

What will you be doing?

Timely visits to customer sites to undertake the installation, service, and support of Microlise products
Completing survey visits and identifying suitable solutions
Completing QA visits on Microlise products and peripherals in customer assets
Inventory management
Responsible for the upkeep and safety of your vehicle and all provided tools /equipment
Liaise with customers at all levels
Provide support to your peers and contractor resource where required
Ensure administration is concise, accurate and professional
Adhere to all internal process and procedures
Report on statistical information when required
What are we looking for?, Our Field Engineers work 12 hour shifts on a rota basis, including weekends, to suit the requirements of our customers. Full details regarding our working patterns can be discussed at the interview stage.

This is a field based role covering the Manchester region, however our Head Office is based in Nottingham and you will be required to visit Head Office on an ad-hoc basis in line with business needs., Please note: The successful candidate's job title will be Technical Hardware Engineer in line with our organisational structure.

Demonstrable experience in a similar role; auto electrics and/or telematics
Full UK Driving Licence
Experience of working to Service Level Agreements and Operational Schedules
Understanding of vehicle wiring diagrams and ability to interpret these
Evidence of strong customer service skills with a professional approach
Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to adjust style to relevant audiences
Be able to wok autonomously, solve problems independently and adhere to agreed processes
Take pride in what you do ensuring quality and accuracy
Valid Passport for travel
Working Pattern

Why Microlise?

When your groceries arrive at your door or you sign for your online parcel, one or more of our software, telematics or proof-of-purchase solutions has probably been used. Our solutions deliver value to many of the UK's leading grocery retailers and food logistics providers as well as to household names including Tesco, Waitrose, DPD and Royal Mail.

Proudly Midlands-based, Microlise has been operating for over thirty years, and recently became a Publicly Listed Company with shares trading on the London Stock Exchange. Our growing business is guided by our culture which drives the way we behave, the way we work, the way we connect with our customers, and the way we support and develop our people.

Full support and training to ensure you are well equipped to succeed in your role
Great Place to Work certified - We have been recognised by the global authority on workplace culture, so come be a part of our success!
Private medical insurance with Vitality Health including rewards for members such as: Free Amazon Prime, Apple Watch, discounted gym membership and many more!
25 days holiday, excluding bank holidays, increasing with service
Invested in employee health and well-being with over 20 mental health first aiders in the business
Employee Assistance Programmes
Free Costco membership, 20% off EE mobile and line rental, and other local discounts
Great staff extras: Easter eggs, yearly BBQ, Christmas gifts and annual staff awards
Free Microlise Cresswell Racing Tickets, support British Superbikes
Executive Box at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
Recruitment Process

For successful candidates, interviews will take place whilst the advert is still live, via telephone and video conferencing; so don't delay getting your application in!

Recruitment Agencies

Whilst we make every effort to directly source candidates for our live roles, we do have a very small, preferred supplier list on the occasion we may require additional support. We therefore we do not accept speculative CVs and/or cold calls to our Recruitment Team or Hiring Managers. Any queries should be directed to jobs@microlise.com in the first instance.