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Vehicle Mechanic/Vehicle Technician (Military Vehicles)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited

Tewkesbury

On-site

GBP 32,000

Full time

21 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player in the UK Defence sector is seeking a skilled Vehicle Mechanic/Technician to work on various military vehicles. This role offers the chance to develop your skills through on-the-job training and progression opportunities within a supportive environment. You will be engaged in servicing and maintaining light and heavy military vehicles, ensuring they meet the highest standards. With a commitment to employee development, this company provides funded qualifications and a chance to work on exciting projects for the Ministry of Defence. If you are passionate about mechanics and looking for a rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Overtime
6% Pension
Company Benefits
Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

  • Minimum NVQ2 in Light Vehicle Repair & Maintenance required.
  • Desire to work on Heavy Military Vehicles as a Mechanic.

Responsibilities

  • Servicing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of military vehicles.
  • Working on hydraulics and electrical equipment.

Skills

Vehicle Mechanic
Vehicle Technician
Hydraulics
Electrical Equipment
Diagnostics

Education

NVQ2 in Light Vehicle Repair & Maintenance

Job description

Vehicle Mechanic/Vehicle Technician (Military Vehicles)

Ashchurch

Up to £31,500 + Overtime + 37 Hour Week, potential for a 4-day working week + 6% Pension + Company Benefits + Progression opportunities long term.

Are you a Vehicle Mechanic/ Vehicle Technician with an NVQ2 or similar looking to join a leading UK Defence company where you will be given the opportunity to work on various light and heavy military vehicles including Land Rovers, Pinzgauers, Quads, Jackals, Coyotes, Tracked Vehicles and more?

Do you want the opportunity to receive on-the-job training and development, with long-term progression opportunities and good working conditions?

On offer is the unique opportunity for a skilled Vehicle Mechanic/Heavy Vehicle Technician to join one of the UK's longest standing defence companies. Established well over 100 years ago, this organisation offers unrivalled training and progression opportunities, funded qualifications, and the chance to advance your career while working on exciting projects for the MoD.

In this role, the successful Vehicle Mechanic/ Vehicle Technician will be involved in:

  1. Servicing, repairing, diagnosing, and maintaining vehicles.
  2. Working on a variety of hydraulics and electrical equipment.
  3. Inspecting and assessing vehicles and equipment.
  4. Managing material demands.
  5. Completing documentation and test reports in compliance with the company's high standards of work.

The ideal Vehicle Mechanic/Vehicle Technician will have:
  1. A minimum of an NVQ2 in Light Vehicle Repair & Maintenance or similar.
  2. Local residence to Ashchurch or within a suitably commutable distance.
  3. A desire to work on Heavy Military Vehicles as a Mechanic.

Keywords: Vehicle Mechanic, Vehicle Technician, Army, MoD, Navy, RAF, Ashchurch, Defence, Military Vehicle, Heavy Vehicles, HGV, Heavy Mechanic.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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