Defence Vehicle Mechanic - Flexible Hours, Tools Supplied

Babcock International; Much Wenlock; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Pension with life assurance

Aviva DigiCare+ healthcare access

Employee shopping portal

Payment of Professional Fees

Reservists leave (10 days)

Job summary

Babcock International seeks an experienced Vehicle Mechanic for on-site roles across the UK. You will diagnose, service, and repair military and civilian vehicles, with tools and equipment provided.

A focus on safety, quality, and ongoing development ensures you work on diverse platforms, from light vehicles to specialist military platforms. With a 37-hour week and a 9-day fortnight, the role supports work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ/City & Guilds/BTEC Level 3 vehicle tech qualifications.
• Experience diagnosing, inspecting and repairing vehicles.
• Ability to complete vehicle documentation and testing accurately.
• Security clearance (SC) is required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service, repair and maintain military and civilian vehicles.
• Conduct inspections and assess vehicle condition and performance.
• Carry out mechanical, electrical and hydraulic fault-finding activities.
• Complete testing, road testing and vehicle certification documentation.
• Ensure all work is done safely and to standard.
• Support modification, upgrade and refurbishment programmes.
• Maintain fleet availability for defence operations.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Electrical fault finding

Hydraulic systems

Documentation & testing

Safety & quality focus

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

City & Guilds Level 3 in Motor Vehicle Technology

BTEC Level 3 in Motor Vehicle Technology

Class 1 REME Vehicle Mechanic qualification

Job description

Babcock International seeks an experienced Vehicle Mechanic for on-site roles across the UK. You will diagnose, service, and repair military and civilian vehicles, with tools and equipment provided.

A focus on safety, quality, and ongoing development ensures you work on diverse platforms, from light vehicles to specialist military platforms. With a 37-hour week and a 9-day fortnight, the role supports work‑life balance.