Fleet Parts Specialist

. East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust; Northampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Flexible working patterns

27 days holiday + 5 bank holidays

Training and development

Job summary

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust is seeking a Fleet Parts Specialist for the Northampton workshop. You will manage parts stock, source vehicle components, and handle Purchase Orders to keep emergency vehicles ready for frontline crews.

The role requires strong computer skills, an automotive background, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. NHS benefits and structured development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Two years driving experience in an automotive setting is essential.
• Experience in the automotive trade, preferably in a workshop.
• Experience in ambulance workshop environments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain parts stock within the trust's vehicle maintenance system.
• Source vehicle components including specialist emergency service parts.
• Handle Purchase Orders, goods receipting, and allocate parts to maintenance jobs.

Skills

Two years driving experience

Automotive trade experience

Experience in Ambulance workshops

Education

GCSE maths and English

C1 driving licence

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity is now available for a highly organised and detail-oriented Fleet Parts Specialist to join our dynamic Northampton workshop team! Our Northampton workshop is a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a small dedicated and expanding team of skilled vehicle technicians. If you're looking to make a real difference and want to be part of a Fleet Team that plays a vital role in keeping emergency vehicles in top conditionhelping frontline crews respond safely and effectivelythen we'd love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

In this key role, you'll take ownership of maintaining parts stock within the trust's vehicle maintenance system, sourcing a wide range of vehicle componentsincluding specialist emergency service partsand handling Purchase Orders, goods receipting, and allocating parts to maintenance jobs. We're looking for someone with strong computer skills and experience in the automotive trade, who is adaptable, eager to learn, and ready to grow. Excellent communication skills are essential, along with the ability to thrive both independently and as part of a supportive team.

About us

Working for us not only provides job satisfaction of knowing that what you do makes a real difference to our patients, but we offer a range of other great benefits too:Flexible approach to working patterns, we understand the importance of a work life balance and have a wide selection of rotas for part-time and full-time staffHoliday entitlement of 27 days rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years, plus public bank holiday entitlement (pro rata for part time).Pay enhancements for out of hours, shift and overtime working, career and salary progression and annual personal development review.Uniform will be provided where this is a requirement of the roleExpert training and support from our dedicated in-house education team.Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme.Occupational Health support along with an Employee Assistance ProgrammeSupporting wellbeing networksNHS Discounts in over 200+ stores including Holidays, Days out, Car insurance, Restaurants and Clothing.Salary Sacrifice Schemes and cycle to work.An exceptional place to work to provide with high-quality emergency care to save lives and make a difference to peopleA first-class employer, promoting equality, diversity and inclusion of our employees. We are a Rainbow Accredited organisation, and a Veteran Aware and Disability Confident employer.

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Person Specification

Qualifications Essential Full clean driving licence Qualification in Maths and English to O' Level GCSE standard Desirable C1 driving Licence Experience Essential Two years driving experience Automotive trade experience Desirable Experience in Ambulance workshops Additional previous relevant work experience

Person Specification

Qualifications Essential Full clean driving licence Qualification in Maths and English to O' Level GCSE standard Desirable C1 driving Licence Experience Essential Two years driving experience Automotive trade experience Desirable Experience in Ambulance workshops Additional previous relevant work experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .

Employer details

Employer nameEast Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust AddressNorthampton Workshop Unit 3, Scotia Close, Brackmills Ind Est NorthamptonNN4 7HR United Kingdom Employer's website