Diagnostic Vehicle Technician - Stevenage

Go Airportshuttle; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Diagnostic Vehicle Technician to join their dedicated team in Stevenage. This role involves ensuring high-quality vehicle repairs and maintenance while adhering to MOT standards. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical systems, and will have the opportunity for professional development within a supportive environment. With a commitment to employee welfare and a comprehensive benefits package, this position offers a chance to make a real impact in the community while enjoying a fulfilling career in vehicle maintenance.

Benefits

Generous NHS Pension Scheme

Paid Sick Leave

Minimum 27 Days Annual Leave

Training and Development Opportunities

Free On-Site Parking

Employee Assistance Program

Discount Schemes

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a vehicle technician with focus on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and interpreting data for repairs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all vehicle repairs and maintenance are completed efficiently and within time scales.
• Diagnose faults and decide on necessary repairs while adhering to safety standards.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Diagnostic Equipment Proficiency

Mechanical Repair Skills

Electrical Repair Skills

IT Skills

Education

IMI Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

BTEC/HNC or City and Guilds in Mechanical/Electrical Maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic Software

Job description

Diagnostic Vehicle Technician - Stevenage

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About

Great healthcare requires great people. That's why we are doing everything we can to recruit committed, skilled people and to make sure we support our new and existing employees, so they choose to stay with us.

East of England Ambulance Service Trust covers six counties - Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, and Suffolk. We cover 7,500 square miles and serve a population in excess of 5.8 million people. With such a diverse geographical area, we cover busy cities, rural locations, and seaside resorts, and our services are tailored to meet the needs of each community's differing medical and environmental needs.

We offer a great working environment and a comprehensive employment package which ranges from professional support to benefits for you and your family.

In return for your skill, commitment, and energy, we offer a full induction programme, continuing professional development, and the opportunity to work with a highly dedicated team across the east of England.

You will also have the chance to shape the service: our frontline clinicians and other colleagues have unique insights about how we can improve the quality of our care and our working environment.

Key Details

Location: Stevenage
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Shift pattern over 7 days)
Salary: NHS AfC: Band 6
Main area: Vehicle Technician

Job Overview

East of England Ambulance Service has a vacancy for a Vehicle Technician at our Stevenage workshop.

Benefits

• Generous NHS Pension Scheme with opportunity to transfer other pensions into the NHS Pension scheme within first 12 months.
• 37.5 hour working week with overtime payable at an enhanced rate for any pre-approved hours above this.
• Minimum 27 days annual leave (increasing to 29 days after 5 years service and 33 days after 10 years service) + 8 days bank holiday equivalent.
• Annual personal development review and plan to support your career aspirations.
• Paid sick leave (based upon length of service).
• Staff uniform including relevant PPE for task.
• Training and development opportunities with opportunities for career progression in Workshops or perhaps other career areas within EEAST.
• Free on-site parking.
• Access to generous discount schemes across a wide range of services, eating out, shopping, holidays, etc via NHS Discounts and Blue Light Card.
• 24hr Employee Assistance Program: Occupational Health services including mental health and wellbeing, legal and financial services.

Responsibilities

The role is to ensure that all motor vehicle repairs, pre-planned maintenance repairs, and vehicle servicing are completed within an accurate time scale and in a cost-efficient manner on vehicles where appropriate training has been provided.

To provide a safe, effective, and efficient maintenance and repair service within MOT standards for all vehicles maintained by East of England Ambulance Service.

Responsible for diagnosing faults in vehicles and deciding on the extent of the work required, making informed decisions as to the repair or replacement of faulty units. Suitable candidates will have a C1 category licence or be willing to work towards this within 6 months of starting, which will be fully funded by the Trust, subject to the individual remaining with the organisation for a period of two years.

Please note we participate in the provision of a 24-hour breakdown service necessitating call out from home on a rota basis occasionally both at night/weekends with appropriate time off the following day in line with the Working Time Directive.

Minimum Requirements

Driving Experience

• Driving Licence with C1/D1 categories, courses, significant experience of driving vehicles larger than a family saloon car.
• Consideration will be given to those without C1/D1 who demonstrate high levels of other suitable experience.

Qualifications

• IMI Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of procedures for mechanical/electrical maintenance and repair to BTEC/HNC, or City and Guilds, plus relevant training or equivalent.

Skills & Knowledge

• The post holder will have extensive, specialist knowledge and experience of safety practices and techniques in motor vehicle repair.
• Proficiency in the use of diagnostic equipment and software, demonstrating the ability to interpret diagnostic data and make informed repair decisions.
• Effective use of IT skills.

Experience

• Significant experience working as a vehicle technician, with a focus on diagnosing and repairing a diverse range of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Previous experience in a business vehicle maintenance environment.
• Extensive experience in vehicle mechanical engineering.
• Hands-on experience in current methodologies of mechanical maintenance.

How to Apply

Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached).
Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.
Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.

For further details, please contact Jamie Russell, Workshops Manager at [email protected] or call 07732 824576.