Auto Electrician

  • Permanent
  • Tamworth, Staffordshire
  • Posted: 5th July 2026
  • Salary: £25000.00 - £30000.00 per annum
  • Duration:
  • Reference: BBBH17412
  • Industry:
  • Location: Tamworth, Staffordshire
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Skills:

£25-29k, Standard days, Early finish Friday, Perm secure role, On-going training and development to progress career further, Regular salary reviews, Clear progression routes supported by management

A leading UK engineering manufacturer in Tamworth is looking to recruit an Auto Electrician to join their growing production team. This is a permanent role within a well-established business working on specialist commercial vehicle builds for UK and international clients, including government and emergency service projects.

This Auto Electrician position offers a strong pipeline of work, excellent job security, and ongoing training within a clean, modern facility. The company is known for investing in its people and providing clear progression routes for every employee.

As an Auto Electrician, you will be involved in the installation, wiring, and testing of electrical systems on specialist vehicles and equipment. The role is varied, hands-on, and focused on high-quality build standards rather than repetitive work.

What’s on offer for the Auto Electrician

  • Ideal to build a long term career or step into the automotive industry
  • Overtime paid at 150%
  • Half-day Fridays
  • Free onsite parking
  • Regular salary reviews
  • Full training and progression opportunities
  • Stable, permanent position

Key duties for the Auto Electrician include:

  • Installing and wiring 12V and 24V systems
  • Fitting lighting, beacons, alarms, sensors, cameras, and inverters
  • Reading and working from wiring diagrams and technical drawings
  • Fault finding, diagnostics, and system testing
  • Loom building, crimping, soldering, and cable routing
  • Ensuring all work meets strict safety and quality standards

The ideal Auto Electrician will have:

  • Experience as an auto electrician or Electrical Fitter or Electrical Assembler working with 12V/24V systems
  • Ability to crimp, solder, and build wiring looms
  • Confidence reading technical drawings and schematics
  • A practical, hands-on approach to electrical work

If you’re interested in this role, apply now or contact Grace at E3 Recruitment.

 
 

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