Armoured Vehicle Technician – Trainee & Development

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group is seeking a Vehicle Technician - Trainee / Development to join a team supporting the assembly, integration and refurbishment of armoured and specialist vehicles. This is an excellent chance to develop practical mechanical skills and progress into a full Vehicle Technician position.

You will work with experienced technicians, following Manufacturing Instructions and quality requirements, across new-build and refurbishment projects, with

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical experience in a hands-on environment (e.g., automotive, aerospace, rail, or military).
• Basic understanding of mechanical tools, fixings, fasteners and workshop safety.
• Ability to follow written instructions and Manufacturing Instructions accurately.
• Willingness to learn new skills and progress to a full Vehicle Technician role.

Responsibilities

• Build and fit simple mechanical sub-assemblies to vehicle platforms using Manufacturing Instructions, job packs and basic drawings.
• Carry out vehicle preparation activities, including removing trims, stripping base vehicle equipment, sanding internal surfaces and cleaning work areas.
• Assist with the integration of new parts and equipment within production cells, including bolting, fastening and the basic use of lifting equipment under supervision.
• Carry out visual inspections of parts and assemblies, escalating defects, shortages or documentation issues to the Team Leader.
• Safely and correctly use a range of hand tools, including spanners and torque tools.
• Maintain 5S standards within the work area, ensuring good levels of cleanliness, organisation and labelling.
• Follow all Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) procedures and correctly use required PPE.
• Accurately complete build records, checklists and basic quality documentation.
• Work flexibly across different production cells and projects as required, supporting both new-build and refurbishment activities.
• Work closely with experienced technicians and colleagues, seeking guidance and clarification where required.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Reliability

Education

Vocational qualification or equivalent

Job description

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group is seeking a Vehicle Technician - Trainee / Development to join a team supporting the assembly, integration and refurbishment of armoured and specialist vehicles. This is an excellent chance to develop practical mechanical skills and progress into a full Vehicle Technician position.

You will work with experienced technicians, following Manufacturing Instructions and quality requirements, across new-build and refurbishment projects, with