HGV Chassis Fabricator

HGV Chassis Fabricator

Location:

Stoke-on-Trent (ST4) – Full Time, On Site.

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:30 (42.5 hours per week). Salary: £16.00 – £18.00 per hour.

• Wheelbase Alterations – precision extension or shortening of vehicle wheelbases to optimise weight distribution and improve manoeuvrability.
• Axle Configuration – reposition, add, or remove axles; ensure correct axle weight distribution in line with operational and regulatory requirements.
• Component Integration – install and integrate essential chassis components:
  • Suspension systems
  • Braking systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Hydraulic systems
• Chassis & Body Modifications – remove existing vehicle bodies and refit them to alternative chassis; modify and adapt subframes to suit new configurations; fabricate and weld crossmembers where required for structural integrity.
• PTO System Installation – install Power Take-Off systems across a variety of truck platforms.
• Problem Solving & Diagnostics – diagnose and resolve chassis-related issues including structural weaknesses, mechanical failures, and electrical faults; apply root‑cause analysis techniques to deliver long‑term solutions.

• Proven experience in MIG and TIG welding (essential).
• Strong background in engineering, ideally within a related automotive or commercial vehicle industry.
• Experience operating forklift trucks for positioning parts and panels.
• Solid mechanical knowledge, particularly of air systems and brake systems on commercial vehicles.
• Ability to fabricate and install bespoke, made‑to‑measure components.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to handle complex technical challenges.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical information clearly.

• Class 1 or Class 2 driving licence.