Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Motor Vehicle Auto Electrician to join our Vehicle Fleet Management Team. In this role you will be responsible for the installation, repair, maintenance and servicing of all electrical and electronic equipment on motor vehicles, motorcycles, plant and auxiliary equipment owned, leased or loaned by SYP.
Details
* Location: Churchill Way, Sheffield
* Salary: £31,296 - £35,526 plus a market rate supplement of 5%
* Hours: 37
* Contract Type: Permanent
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out vehicle conversions to meet the needs of the service.
* Carry out electrical/electronic servicing/repairs fitted to motor vehicles, motorcycles and plant as indicated in the South Yorkshire Police service policy.
* Install specialised police equipment (warning equipment, police signs, videos, etc.).
* Fabricate installation equipment for specialist police equipment.
* Remove all police electrical equipment from vehicles for disposal.
* Work as part of a team in the design and manufacture of equipment for specialist police uses.
* Attend training courses on vehicle installation/conversions/electrical/electronic/personal development.
* Complete approved Vehicle Fleet Management forms and paperwork accurately.
Skills and Experience
* Must possess a City & Guilds/NVQ 3 in Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair / Electrical / Electronic engineering or an equivalent qualification.
* Must have at least 5 years’ experience in mechanical servicing/repairs to motor vehicles, cycles and plant, following an indentured apprenticeship, ideally in a main dealer outlet.
* Must possess a full driving licence and pass appropriate SYP Driving Test.
Skills and experience as documented in the role profile need to be evidenced in your application to be considered for interview.
For more detailed information relating to the role, skills and experience for this role, please click here to view the role profile.
What We Offer
* A highly competitive salary and access to a generous pension scheme
* Generous annual leave allowance
* A wide range of family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
* Flexible working arrangements including flexi-time and hybrid working
* A transparent and collaborative team culture underpinned by our core values of Fairness, Integrity & Trust
* Comprehensive range of development and leadership courses to develop your career
* Employee Assistant Programme (accessible 24/7) offering confidential support and advice
* Flexible lifestyle benefits
* Committed to embedding sustainability: South Yorkshire Police Sustainability Strategy 2020-2025
* Membership to the Sports and Social Club
* Access to a wide range of staff support groups and networks
Eligibility: Applicants must meet the minimum requirement checkable history criteria, including a minimum checkable history of 3 years and successful recruitment vetting.
Appearance & Standards: South Yorkshire Police is committed to professional standards in dress and appearance. Tattoos visible on duty are allowed if not unacceptable or inappropriate. Tattoos will be reviewed during recruitment.
Smarter Ways Of Working: This role is fixed. Fixed: work largely at police premises. There are fixed, field, and hybrid categories.
South Yorkshire Police’s Key Values: Fairness, Integrity & Trust. The attached document details the key behaviours.
Contact Details: For further information, Joanne Buckley on 07769 131435. Closing Date: 15th October 2025.
How To Apply: Please click Apply.
Diversity & Inclusion: Applications are welcome from female and ethnic minority candidates. We encourage underrepresented groups. For more information contact positiveaction@southyorks.pnn.police.uk. Some roles may offer part-time/job-share.
Documents To Review: Police Staff Recruitment Vetting Handbook; Application Guidance and Tips; FIT Values of South Yorkshire Police. View our Recruitment Video: https://youtu.be/2dGn5qti7_c
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