Doctor Air Brake Ltd
HGV Vehicle Safety System Installer 4 day week
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Job Opportunity: Heavy Truck Safety Systems Installer
About Doctor Air Brake Ltd
Doctor Air Brake Ltd is a specialist in heavy truck air brake systems, focusing on braking and electronic systems diagnostics for trucks and trailers. Founded in the early 1990s by Jeff Lowe, the company evolved from providing technical support for ABS and air brake fault finding to developing its own range of diagnostic and vehicle safety products.
The firm’s safety solutions—such as Reverse-Smart, Impact Auto-Brake, and Park Brake warning systems—have built a strong reputation in niche technology through continuous innovation that aligns with new vehicle designs.
The Role
Summary
This is a full-time, on-site role, initially based at the Wolverhampton HQ for training. After qualifying, the position will become nationwide.
You’ll install, configure, and test HGV vehicle safety systems, including:
- Braking-related electronic systems
- Cameras
- Sensors
- Associated wiring looms
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The role requires meticulous work using technical diagrams and laptop-based software, ensuring compliance with safety standards, manufacturer specifications, and relevant regulations.
You’ll progress through a structured training programme, including:
- VCA audits (Vehicle Certification Agency)
- Staged factory courses at global brake manufacturers’ training schools
Key Responsibilities
- Follow strict procedural guidelines for technical installation, configuration, and testing of safety systems.
- Use software tools and diagnostic equipment on HGVs and trailers.
- Ensure all work meets industry safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in training customers or colleagues on system installation, safe usage, and basic troubleshooting.
- Organise tasks, manage timesheets, and meet project deadlines.
- Comfortably work in yard and workshop environments around heavy vehicles.
- Travel locally to customer sites as required.
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Requirements
Technical & Skill-Based
- Strong technical skills in:
- Electrical wiring
- Heavy goods vehicle (HGV) electrical/electronic systems
- Experience in customer service, with clear, professional communication skills.
- Ability to deliver or support training on systems, safe use, and basic troubleshooting.
- Project management skills, including:
- Task organisation
- Time management
- Deadline adherence
- A disciplined, safety-conscious mindset, preferably from structured environments such as the Army or technical fields.
- Relevant qualifications preferred:
- Automotive emissions or HGV maintenance apprenticeship/vocational training
- Auto electrics engineering discipline
Location & Mobility
- On-site role: must work at ufacturer testing facilities, yard, and customer sites.
- UK driving licence (full valid licence preferred).
- Willingness to travel locally to customer installations.
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