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Vehicle Installation Engineer - Join the Telent Team!
At Telent, we're excited to invite a talented Vehicle Installation Engineer to join our dynamic Network Services Vehicle Engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with one of the West Midlands' most iconic travel brand, installing and maintaining cutting-edge in-vehicle communications systems. Whether you're looking to expand your experience or develop your skills further, this role offers a chance to enhance your expertise in in-vehicle electrical installation and maintenance.
What you'll be doing:
- Installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting a range of communication systems in Public Sector / Emergency Service vehicles.
- Meeting tight SLAs, ensuring a high first-time fix rate, and always prioritizing Health & Safety and security.
- Collaborating with a supportive team of professionals to share knowledge and solve problems together.
- Managing tools, equipment, and assets, and ensuring all work meets customer requirements and safety standards.
- Contributing to the commissioning and maintenance of critical systems like TETRA, GPS, dash cameras, lighting, telematics, and more.
Who You Are:
You are a skilled Vehicle Installation Engineer with hands-on experience in in-vehicle electrical systems. You thrive in dynamic environments and have a strong passion for problem-solving and technical work. Whether you're installing, troubleshooting, or maintaining, you always ensure that the job is done right. You're comfortable working independently, travelling directly to sites, and managing your time efficiently, especially on night shifts (Sunday-Thursday, 7pm-3am). Most importantly, you are keen to develop your skills through additional training and want to be part of a team that values learning, growth, and collaboration.
Key Requirements:
- Ideally FITAS FCS1362
- Full, valid UK Driving Licence.
- Ability to achieve SC Security Clearance (minimum of 5 years UK residency).
- Proficiency with IT tools (laptop, mobile phone, tablet).
- City & Guilds / NVQ in Electronics/Electrical Installs.
- Experience with Low Voltage (LV) cabling and connections.
- Proven experience installing a range of electrical equipment in vehicles (e.g., TETRA systems, GPS units, dash cameras, telematics).
- Familiar with electrical installs across multiple vehicle types (buses, taxis, police, ambulances, fire engines, HGVs, etc.).
- Ability to meet customer expectations and work to design specifications.
What We Offer You:
A career at Telent offers exciting opportunities across various sectors, roles, and technologies. As part of our inclusive and diverse culture, you'll have the chance to develop new skills, broaden your knowledge, and make an impact on the nation's critical infrastructure. We believe in empowering our people, respecting differences, and creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong.
In addition to competitive pay, we offer a range of benefits, including:
- Company vehicle & fuel card
- Uncapped overtime
- Standby/on-call salary uplift
- 26 days holiday, plus public holidays (with the option to buy or sell days)
- Company-matched pension scheme
- Family-friendly policies
- Occupational health & wellbeing support
- Discounts on cinema, restaurants, and shopping
- Continuous training and development opportunities
At Telent, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that everyone should feel empowered to be themselves, thrive in their role, and achieve their full potential. We're committed to fostering an environment where diverse ideas and backgrounds are celebrated and valued.
We're passionate about creating a work culture that reflects the communities we serve. Join us and help ensure that the nation's critical infrastructure stays connected and protected 24/7, all while developing your skills and advancing your career.
