Overview
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 a Junior Auto Electrician in the York region who is keen to start their career within the telematics industry! This is a field based role, providing continued support to our customers, you will support the wider team to ensure the Microlise product portfolio is fully integrated into our customer’s assets; the installation, service and support of our product suite and peripherals both in the UK and overseas.
With full training provided, we are looking for individuals with the right attitude and appetite to learn new skills; so whilst experience with auto electrics is advantageous it is not essential. If you want to grow you career in a leading organisation, then we want 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?
- Knowledge and understanding of electronics/auto electrics, or experience working with auto electrics, would be ideal
- Experience of working to Service Level Agreements and Operational Schedules
- Understanding of vehicle wiring diagrams and ability to interpret these would be advantageous
- Evidence of strong customer service skills with a professional approach
- A positive can-do attitude, with a strong desire to learn new skills
- Passionate and positive approach to all that you do
- 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
- Flexibility to work nationwide including overnight stays
- Valid Passport for travel
- Full UK Driving Licence
Working Pattern
Our Field Engineers work 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 York 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.
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 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, 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.
Please note: The successful candidate’s job title will be Junior Technical Hardware Engineer in line with our organisational structure.
Salary Description: £28,000 per annum, plus company vehicle
Exact Location: Covering the York area, York, .
