Vehicle Mechanic/Vehicle Technician (Military Vehicles)

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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 be given on-the-job training and development where you will have long-term progression opportunities with good working conditions and benefits?

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 opportunity to progress in your career while working on exciting projects for the MoD.

In this role, the successful Vehicle Mechanic/Vehicle Technician will be involved in servicing, repairing, diagnosing, and maintaining vehicles, and working on their variety of hydraulics and electrical equipment. Additionally, you'll inspect and assess vehicles and equipment, manage material demands, and complete documentation and test reports complying with the company's high standards of work.

The ideal Vehicle Mechanic/Vehicle Technician would have a minimum of an NVQ2 in Light Vehicle Repair and Maintenance or similar. Be local to Ashchurch or within a suitably commutable distance and want to work on Heavy Military Vehicles as a Mechanic.

THE ROLE:

1. Perform servicing, repair, and maintenance of vehicles and electrical equipment, including diagnostic and inspection duties.
2. Adhere to customer requirements, regulations, and technical standards, ensuring proper use of issued stores and equipment.
3. Diagnose, assess, and document vehicle and equipment status, manage material demands, and complete test reports in compliance with standards.

THE PERSON:

1. Vehicle Mechanic/Technician or similar
2. NVQ Level 2 Qualification or similar or above
3. Able to get Security Clearance

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.