Auto Electrician – Heavy Vehicle Fleet

About the Role

New Britain Haulage Ltd is expanding its transport operations and is seeking an experienced Heavy Vehicle Auto Electrician to join our Fleet & Maintenance team.

The position will be responsible for the diagnosis, repair, installation and preventative maintenance of electrical and electronic systems across our growing fleet of Scania, SINOTRUK / HOWO heavy trucks, fuel tankers, tipper trucks, trailers and support vehicles.

We are looking for a highly capable tradesperson with strong diagnostic skills who can independently identify complex electrical faults and keep our fleet safe, reliable and operational.

Key Responsibilities

Heavy Vehicle Electrical Diagnostics & Repairs

• Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic faults on heavy trucks and trailers.
  
• Work on 12V and 24V electrical systems.
  
• Diagnose starting and charging system faults.
  
• Repair and replace starter motors, alternators and batteries.
  
• Diagnose ECU, sensor and electronic control faults.
  
• Diagnose and repair CAN bus communication faults.
  
• Diagnose ABS/EBS and electronic braking system faults.
  
• Repair wiring looms, harnesses, connectors, relays, fuses and electrical circuits.
  
• Read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
  
• Use diagnostic computers, multimeters and specialist electrical testing equipment.
  

Scania & HOWO / SINOTRUK Fleet

• Diagnose electrical and electronic faults across Scania and SINOTRUK / HOWO trucks.
  
• Use OEM or compatible diagnostic equipment and software.
  
• Diagnose warning lights, fault codes and intermittent electrical problems.
  
• Work closely with Heavy Diesel Fitters to resolve combined mechanical/electrical faults.
  

Fuel Tanker Electrical Systems

• Inspect and maintain electrical systems associated with the Company's fuel tanker fleet.
  
• Diagnose tanker lighting and electrical faults.
  
• Maintain electrical components associated with pumps, PTO systems and tanker equipment.
  
• Inspect electrical wiring and connections for damage or deterioration.
  
• Ensure electrical repairs around Dangerous Goods vehicles are completed safely and appropriately.
  

Fleet Technology & Accessories

Install, maintain and repair:

• GPS tracking systems
  
• Vehicle cameras and DVR systems
  
• Reverse cameras
  
• Driver monitoring systems
  
• Two-way radios
  
• Warning lights and beacons
  
• Work lights
  
• Trailer electrical systems
  
• Electronic accessories
  
• Fleet telematics equipment
  

Preventative Maintenance

• Conduct scheduled electrical inspections.
  
• Identify developing electrical faults before vehicle failure.
  
• Check battery condition and charging performance.
  
• Inspect wiring looms and connections.
  
• Maintain preventative maintenance records.
  
• Work with Operations and the Heavy Diesel Fitter to minimise vehicle downtime.
  

Breakdown Support

• Attend electrical breakdowns in the workshop and field.
  
• Diagnose faults efficiently and accurately.
  
• Carry out emergency repairs where safe and appropriate.
  
• Determine whether electrically defective vehicles are safe to continue operating.
  
• Provide technical support to drivers and Operations.
  

Requirements

Essential Requirements

Applicants should have:

• Minimum 5 years' Auto Electrical experience, preferably on heavy vehicles.
  
• Recognised Auto Electrical trade qualification or equivalent.
  
• Proven experience working on heavy trucks and commercial vehicles.
  
• Strong 12V and 24V diagnostic skills.
  
• Excellent electrical fault-finding ability.
  
• Experience with ECU and computer-controlled vehicle systems.
  
• Experience diagnosing CAN bus and electronic control systems.
  
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and electrical schematics.
  
• Experience with batteries, starters and alternators.
  
• Experience repairing heavy vehicle wiring looms and harnesses.
  
• Ability to use electronic diagnostic equipment.
  
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  
• Current Driver's Licence.
  
• Strong commitment to safety.
  
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and Drug & Alcohol testing.
  

Highly Regarded

Experience with the following will be highly regarded:

• Scania trucks
  
• SINOTRUK / HOWO trucks
  
• Scania diagnostic software
  
• Heavy truck CAN bus systems
  
• ABS/EBS systems
  
• Fuel tankers
  
• GPS and telematics
  
• Fleet camera systems
  
• Automotive air conditioning
  
• Heavy trailers
  
• Mobile plant and equipment
  
• Field service and breakdown repairs
  

What We're Looking For

We want a diagnostic Auto Electrician, not simply an accessory installer.

You should be capable of taking a truck with a complex electrical fault, systematically diagnosing the cause and completing a reliable repair.

You will work closely with our Heavy Diesel Fitter and Operations team and will be expected to take ownership of the electrical condition and reliability of the fleet.

Benefits

? Full-time permanent employment

✈️ Company-arranged operational travel

? Accommodation while working away where applicable

? Modern and expanding heavy transport fleet

? Access to vehicle diagnostic equipment

? Long-term career opportunity with a growing PNG transport company