Fitter/Examiner

Aspire Defence Services Limited; Warminster; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days

Pension plan

Life insurance

Benefits portal

Recognition program

EAP

Job summary

Aspire Defence Services Limited in Warminster is recruiting a Fitter / Examiner to carry out inspections, diagnose faults, repair and maintain military vehicles and equipment to DVSA standards. The role supports Equipment Care services and aims to meet contractual KPIs while maintaining safety and quality compliance.

The ideal candidate holds Level 3 Motor Vehicle Engineering, DVSA MOT eligibility, IOSH safety training, and a valid Category C driving licence, with MoD security clearance

Qualifications

• Formal Level 3 Motor Vehicle Engineering qualification and DVSA MOT Tester eligibility required.
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• IOSH Working Safely qualification and full clean Category C driving licence expected.
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• Ability to obtain MoD security clearance is required or achievable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections, fault diagnosis, repairs, maintenance and modifications on vehicles and equipment to DVSA standards.
• Support Equipment Care services while achieving KPIs and quality requirements.
• Complete and maintain inspection/workshop documentation.
• Provide technical guidance to colleagues and cover Senior Vehicle Examiner duties when needed.

Skills

DVSA inspection knowledge

JAMES system

Health and safety awareness

Technical troubleshooting

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3 Motor Vehicle Engineering

DVSA MOT Tester eligibility

MoD security clearance ability

Tools

JAMES software

MS Office

Job description

Join our Team as a Fitter / Examiner at Aspire Defence Services Limited

Salary: Up to £36,000 per annum, dependent on skills and experience

Hours: 37 hours per week, no weekends

Location: Warminster

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where innovation thrives? Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL) is seeking a passionate and results-driven Fitter / Examiner to be part of our exciting journey.

What We Offer

• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell holiday

• Pension Plan: Contributory Company Pension Plan matched up to 6%

• Insurance: Individual life assurance and personal accident cover

• Employee Benefits Portal: Access to private medical, private dental, discounted gym membership, and discounted shopping at over 100 brands and outlets

• Reward and Recognition: Celebrate outstanding achievements

• Employee Assistance Program: Funded program with onsite mental health first aiders

Your Role

• Carry out inspections, fault diagnosis, repairs, maintenance and modifications on vehicles and equipment in line with business, customer and DVSA standards.

• Support the delivery of Equipment Support and Equipment Care services while achieving contractual KPIs and quality requirements.

• Complete and maintain all inspection and workshop documentation using both hard copy and management information systems.

• Provide technical guidance to colleagues and support workshop management activities, including covering Senior Vehicle Examiner duties when required.

• Operate safely, maintain tools and equipment, and ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, quality and audit standards.

• Support off-site activities and provide assistance across other ADSL transport contract locations as required.

What We're Looking For

• Qualifications: Formal Level 3 Motor Vehicle Engineering qualification (City & Guilds, BTEC, IMI, NVQ or equivalent), (as listed on the DVSA MOT Tester Eligibility Criteria). Current DVSA Inspection qualification and/or MoD Authorised Vehicle Inspector qualification, or the ability to achieve it. IOSH Working Safely qualification. Full clean Category C driving licence. JAMES user experience.

• Experience: Proven experience supporting military vehicles and workshop operations, with a strong understanding of military inspection processes, standards and publications. IT literate with experience using JAMES, vehicle diagnostics systems and Microsoft Office applications. Ability to obtain and maintain MoD security clearance.

• Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to guide colleagues and support customers. Able to manage workloads effectively, work under pressure, interpret technical documentation and schematics, solve problems proactively and adapt to changing operational requirements while maintaining high-performance standards.

Additional Information

• The Garrisons are tobacco-free working environments.

• Security clearance is required prior to starting with us.

• We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against protected characteristics. All candidates will be given equal consideration through our established procedures.

• Please note, this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.

• This role is not eligible for employer-sponsored work visas. Candidates must have an existing and unrestricted right to work in the UK.