We are recruiting on behalf of our client for the position of Towbar and Trailer Technician. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled, hands-on professionals with experience in product repair and wiring, seeking a role within a reputable company based in Edinburgh (West). The successful Towbar and Trailer Technician will benefit from competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and a stable working environment.
Benefits for the successful Towbar and Trailer Technician:
* Basic salary of up to £32,000, with an OTE of approximately £38,720
* 33 days holiday annually, including bank holidays
* Monday to Friday working hours, 37.5 hours per week – no weekends
* Product-specific training provided to develop and enhance skills
* Opportunity to work with a well-established company in the motor trade industry
* Supportive team environment and career progression prospects
Duties of the Towbar and Trailer Technician:
* Fit towbars to customer vehicles, ensuring all marks and scratches are properly recorded and handled with care
* Service and repair the Company’s fleet of hire trailers and horseboxes to an agreed schedule
* Assemble, modify, and maintain trailers in line with operational requirements
* Maintain comprehensive records of servicing and repairs for each trailer in the hire fleet
* Ensure vehicles and trailers awaiting workshop attention are securely parked in designated areas
* Report any vehicle damage or issues immediately to management
* Inspect and verify the condition of customer vehicles before fitting towbars
* Handle customer property with respect and professionalism during repair and fitting processes
* As required, visit customer premises to perform repairs or fit towbars
* Maintain and troubleshoot tools and equipment, reporting faults promptly
* Be trained and qualified to operate a forklift truck if necessary
Requirements of the Towbar and Trailer Technician:
* Proven practical experience in repairing products and wiring in any industry
* Previous experience with fitting towbars and servicing trailers or similar products such as flatbed trailers and horseboxes
* Full, clean UK driving licence
* Ability to diagnose faults accurately and provide technical advice
* Willingness to undergo product-specific training
* Capable of working independently and as part of a team
* Customer-focused approach with professionalism in all interactions
Contact Sam Butcher, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Edinburgh and Midlothian, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.
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