Towbar Engineer Mobile

Posted 1 week ago by Kits n Bits

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It’s an exciting time for us here at Kits N Bits as we expand our team and recruit a Towbar Engineer to provide a mobile service to our customers across South Wales.

This is a full-time role working Monday-Friday, 8.30am-5pm.

The salary range is £26,000-£32,000 per annum, depending on experience.

You will be responsible for…

  • Travelling to customer locations to install towbars, towing electrics, and coding electrics on various types of vehicles.
  • Conducting pre-installation inspections to ensure compatibility and safety.
  • Testing towbar installations to ensure proper functionality and safety.
  • Providing demonstrations and instructions to customers on the use and maintenance of towbars.
  • Troubleshooting and resolving issues.
  • Maintaining accurate records of installations and liaising with the Office Team.


What we're looking for in our ideal candidate...

Whilst our ideal candidate will be an experienced Automotive Mechanic or Towbar Fitter, this experience is not essential as full training will be provided. You must have a passion for vehicles and vehicle maintenance and be enthusiastic about applying your knowledge and developing your skills.

We’ll also look to upskill you in other areas of our business with on-the-job training if you demonstrate an aptitude for this.

Ideally, you will have studied mechanical engineering or light vehicle mechanics & repair either at NVQ or Degree level. Alternatively, you may have been an apprentice mechanic or have garage mechanic experience.

You will have excellent customer service and communication skills; talking customers through the work undertaken, how to best use the products/services provided, and answering queries to a high standard.

You must have a current and valid driving licence as the role is mobile you will undertake significant travel within South Wales in a company provided van.

A little about us...

Kits N Bits is a family run automotive technology business based in Barry, South Wales. Since 2003 Kits N Bits has gained many industry accreditations and approved engineer status for manufacturers and organisations such as Brigade, Kelsa, Global Telemetrics, many Local Authorities and the majority of local commercial vehicle dealers.

Environmentally, we have been awarded the Green Growth Pledge accreditation and ISO 9001.

We strive to deliver the highest standard in all areas of work and our commitment and attention to detail is reflected in our customer satisfaction results.

How to apply…

Take a look at our Recruitment Pack for all the info you need on the role!

Please send your CV to us via email with a cover note as to why you think you would be the ideal candidate for this position.

The closing date for this position is 23:59 on Sunday 19th May 2024 however, we reserve the right to close the application window early should we find a suitable candidate; therefore, we encourage you to get your application in early to avoid disappointment!

Your CV will be reviewed, and successful candidates will be invited to attend an interview.

No agencies please at this time - please do not send speculative CVs.

Join our team and become a valuable member of our Towbar Fitting service!

Apply today to start a brilliant career with us.

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