Tail Lift Fitter

Perfect Placement

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Tail Lift Fitter to join their reputable coachbuilding company based in Manchester. This role offers a unique opportunity for a skilled Tail Lift Fitter to specialise in the installation, maintenance, and inspection of tail lifts on commercial vehicles within a dedicated team. The Tail Lift Fitter will play a vital role in ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant lifting solutions, contributing directly to the company’s high standards of quality and safety.

Benefits:
  • Competitive hourly rate of £15.60, with overtime potential
  • 44 hours per week, Monday to Friday
  • Pension scheme and additional benefits including extra days off and progression opportunities
  • Opportunities for overtime and career development within a growing organisation
  • Supportive and inclusive working environment
  • Work for a respected industry leader with a strong team ethos
  • Uniform provided and access to wellness programmes
  • Death in service benefit
Duties:
  • The Tail Lift Fitter will install, service, and repair a variety of commercial vehicle tail lifts, including column, tuckaway, cantilever, and passenger lifts
  • Conduct LOLER inspections, ensuring all certification and documentation are compliant with UK safety standards
  • Diagnose and repair electrical systems, including wiring, lighting circuits, and control units
  • Repair hydraulic systems: hose replacements, ram repairs, pump servicing, and leak detection
  • Assist in integrating tail lifts into new vehicle builds and conversions
  • Perform thorough pre-delivery checks to guarantee safety and functionality
  • Maintain detailed records of all services, repairs, and inspections
  • Follow health and safety procedures, ensuring a safe working environment
  • Provide technical advice and support to colleagues and customers as needed
Requirements:
  • The successful Tail Lift Fitter must hold valid LOLER certification and have proven experience, performing statutory inspections
  • Strong knowledge of vehicle wiring, electrical fault-finding, and 12V/24V systems is essential
  • Experience in hydraulic systems and components is required
  • Previous experience fitting or maintaining tail lifts, mobility lifts, or similar equipment is necessary
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and manuals is important
  • A full UK driving licence is required
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, a proactive approach, and attention to detail are essential
  • The Tail Lift Fitter must be capable of working independently and as part of a team
Desirable:
  • Experience within coachbuilding, commercial vehicle bodywork, or automotive engineering
  • Familiarity with major tail lift brands such as Dhollandia, Ratcliff, DEL, or Anteo
If this opportunity excites you and you meet the essential criteria, we encourage you to apply. Don’t miss out on this chance to join a professional team committed to safety and quality.

Contact Sam Tinkler, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering, Manchester and Greater Manchester, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

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