HGV Chassis Fabricator

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 manoeuvrability

Axle Configuration

• Reposition, add, or remove axles as required
• Ensure correct axle weight distribution in line with operational and regulatory requirements

Component Integration

• Install and integrate essential chassis components, including:
  
  • 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 to ensure structural integrity

PTO System Installation

• Install Power Take-Off (PTO) systems across a variety of truck platforms

Problem 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

• Class 1 or Class 2 driving licence