Vehicle Adaptation Engineer

Our client, one of the UK’s largest specialists in vehicle adaptations for people with disabilities or reduced mobility, is seeking a Vehicle Adaptation Engineer to join its Glasgow operation. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Technician or Automotive Engineer to develop specialist skills within a supportive, industry-leading business.

Benefits:

• Salary of £30,000–£34,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
• Annual profit-related bonus scheme.
• Fully equipped company van, business fuel allowance and workwear.
• Comprehensive training and long-term career prospects.
• 23 days’ annual leave plus eight bank holidays and a holiday buy-back scheme.
• Life insurance, auto-enrolment pension and employee assistance programme.
• Monday-to-Friday working pattern, 40 hours per week, with flexible shifts available.
• As a Vehicle Adaptation Engineer, you will receive the training and equipment required to build a successful career in this specialist sector.

Duties:

• Install and service a range of specialist vehicle adaptations.
• Complete mobile installations at customer addresses and car dealerships, alongside workshop-based work when required.
• Demonstrate newly installed products to customers.
• Complete accurate job reports and associated documentation.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and to consistently high standards.
• Work independently while contributing effectively to the wider team.
• The Vehicle Adaptation Engineer will help customers maintain their mobility, independence and confidence.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician, Automotive Engineer or in a similar hands-on engineering role.
• Previous vehicle adaptation experience is advantageous, although full training will be provided.
• Basic understanding of auto electrics.
• Practical approach to fault-finding and problem-solving.
• Strong attention to detail and a genuine interest in developing technical skills.
• Excellent customer-facing and communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently and travelling to customer locations.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.
• Applicants seeking a Vehicle Adaptation Engineer position should be reliable, technically minded and committed to delivering excellent customer service.

This Vehicle Adaptation Engineer position offers the opportunity to join a respected provider while developing valuable specialist automotive engineering expertise. If you are an experienced automotive professional seeking a rewarding new challenge, our client would like to hear from you.

Contact Will Grant, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Glasgow and North Lanarkshire, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

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