Tail Lift Fitter

Perfect Placement

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Tail Lift Fitter to join their specialised coach building team based in Trafford Park. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to work on the installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of tail lifts and related lifting equipment on commercial vehicles. If you are passionate about vehicle safety and quality, this position provides a rewarding environment to develop your expertise and progress your career within a reputable industry leader.

Benefits for you:
  • Competitive basic salary of up to £35,500
  • Auto-enrolment pension scheme to support your financial future
  • A day off for your birthday to celebrate your special day
  • 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays to maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay policies
  • Access to wellness programmes and Employee Assistance Programmes including WeCare from Canada Life
  • Branded uniform provided to promote team cohesion
  • Death in service benefit for peace of mind
  • Opportunities for overtime and career progression within a growing company
Duties of a Tail Lift Fitter:
  • Install, service, and repair a range of commercial vehicle tail lifts, including column, tuckaway, cantilever, and passenger lifts
  • Carry out LOLER inspections, ensuring all certification and documentation meet legal safety standards
  • Diagnose and repair vehicle electrical systems, including wiring, lighting circuits, and control units
  • Work with hydraulic systems: hose replacements, ram repairs, pump servicing, and leak detection
  • Assist in integrating tail lifts into new vehicle builds and conversions alongside the coach building team
  • Conduct thorough pre-delivery checks to ensure all lifting equipment is safe, functional, and compliant
  • Maintain accurate records of service, repairs, and inspections as a Tail Lift Fitter
  • Follow all health and safety procedures to sustain a safe working environment
  • Provide technical support and advice to colleagues and customers as required
Requirements of a Tail Lift Fitter:
  • Essential LOLER certification with proven experience in performing statutory inspections
  • Strong knowledge of vehicle wiring, electrical fault-finding, and 12V/24V systems
  • Understanding of hydraulic systems and related components
  • Experience fitting or maintaining tail lifts, mobility lifts, or similar lifting equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and installation manuals
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach
  • Attention to detail and commitment to high standards of workmanship
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable experience to be a Tail Lift Fitter:
  • Previous experience in a coach building, commercial vehicle bodywork, or automotive engineering environment
  • Familiarity with major tail lift brands such as Dhollandia, Ratcliff, DEL, or Anteo
Contact Sam Tinkler, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Trafford Park and Manchester, today to discover more about this fantastic Tail Lift Fitter opportunity.

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