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HGV Chassis Fabricator
📍 Stoke-on-Trent (ST4) | Full Time, On-Site
💰 £16:00 - £18:00 per hours
🕒 Monday to Friday 42.5 hours per week
We are seeking a skilled and motivated professional on behalf of our client, specialising in vehicle chassis modifications and engineering. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality alterations, installations, and problem-solving across a range of commercial vehicles.
The HGV Chassis Fabricator job is Full time on site, ST4 in Stoke-on-Trent, Monday to Friday 0800 – 17.30
Key Responsibilities
Wheelbase Alterations
Carry out precise extension or shortening of vehicle wheelbases to optimise weight distribution and improve manoeuvrabilityAxle Configuration
Reposition, add, or remove axles as required
Ensure correct axle weight distribution in line with operational and regulatory requirementsComponent Integration
Install and integrate essential chassis components, including:
Suspension systems
Braking systems
Electrical systems
Hydraulic systemsChassis & 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 to ensure structural integrityPTO System Installation
Install Power Take-Off (PTO) systems across a variety of truck platformsProblem Solving & Diagnostics
Diagnose and resolve chassis-related issues, including:
Structural weaknesses
Mechanical failures
Electrical faults
Apply root cause analysis techniques to deliver effective, long-term solutions
Skills & Experience
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:
Air systems
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
Desirable (Not Essential) for the role of HGV Chassis Fabricator
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