Diagnostic Vehicle Technician - Stevenage East of England Ambulance Service Trust

Go Airportshuttle; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Diagnostic Vehicle Technician to join their team in Stevenage. This role involves ensuring all vehicle repairs and maintenance are completed efficiently and to high standards. You will be responsible for diagnosing faults and making decisions regarding repairs or replacements. With a strong emphasis on training and development, this position offers the opportunity to progress within a supportive environment. Enjoy a generous benefits package including an NHS Pension Scheme, annual leave, and access to various discount schemes. Join a dedicated team providing essential services to the community.

Benefits

Generous NHS Pension Scheme

Paid Sick Leave

Training and Development Opportunities

Free On-Site Parking

Employee Assistance Program

Annual Leave Increases

Staff Uniform Provided

Access to Discount Schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle diagnostics and repairs essential.
• Must be willing to obtain C1 category license within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on vehicles efficiently.
• Diagnose faults and make informed repair decisions.

Skills

Vehicle Diagnostics

Repair and Maintenance

MOT Standards Compliance

C1 Category License

Education

Relevant Technical Qualifications

Tools

Diagnostic Equipment

Vehicle Maintenance Tools

Job description

Diagnostic Vehicle Technician - Stevenage East of England Ambulance Service Trust

Join to apply for the Diagnostic Vehicle Technician - Stevenage East of England Ambulance Service Trust role at GO Airport Shuttle & Executive Car.

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 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.

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 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.

At EEAST we bring together all our skills to provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.

We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.

For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.

Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.

How to apply

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

This advert closes on Tuesday 22 Apr 2025.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

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