Mechanic Vehicle Technician

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Coventry; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in the defence sector is seeking a Vehicle Technician Mechanic to join their dynamic team. This role is not just a job; it's a chance to contribute to the assembly and refurbishment of armoured vehicles, ensuring high-performance standards and safety. With over 90 years of experience, the company offers a vibrant work environment in Coventry, where your skills will directly impact the success of military and commercial solutions. If you have a passion for vehicles and a keen eye for detail, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values innovation and quality, and take the next step in your career!

Qualifications

• Understanding of vehicles, ideally military vehicles.
• Ability to interpret design drawings and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Inspect parts prior to fitting and identify issues.
• Fit/integrate new parts to military vehicles ensuring quality.

Skills

Vehicle Inspection

Reading Design Drawings

Basic Vehicle Service Skills

Attention to Detail

Safety Awareness

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Environment

Tools

Hand-held Tools

Job description

Are you looking to secure a role within the defence industry and ready to accelerate your career as a Vehicle Technician Mechanic in an innovative and dynamic environment? This opportunity is not just a job; it's a chance to work with a company that has a rich history of over 90 years in delivering products direct to the front-line. This role offers an inspiring work setting where your contributions directly impact the company's success in the defence sector. Working a day shift you will have the option of working PAYE at £19.33 p/h or as a contractor at £25.00 p/h (ltd or Umbrella).

What You Will Do:

1. Visual Inspection: Inspect parts prior to fitting, identifying issues and escalating them as appropriate.
2. Transferring Information: Fit parts to a vehicle following manufacturing instructions.
3. Multi-tasking: Work across different assembly cells, not just confined to one area.
4. Vehicle Preparation: Remove base vehicle equipment, grind and sand internal surfaces of the vehicle using hand-held tools.
5. Integration: Fit/integrate new parts/equipment to military vehicles, ensuring quality.
6. Sub Assembly: Assemble a range of parts within tight timescales for the production line.

What You Will Bring:

1. An affinity for and understanding of vehicles, ideally military vehicles.
2. Capability of reading and interpreting design drawings and adhering to manufacturing instructions.
3. Basic vehicle service skills with a focus on safety standards and situational safety awareness.
4. A level 3 qualification in either an electrical or mechanical environment is desirable.
5. Must be able to pass a Baseline Security check - DBS.
6. Passion, pride, and a keen eye for detail in your work.

This role is pivotal in supporting the assembly and refurbishment of armoured vehicles, contributing to the company's leadership in developing high-performance ultra-lightweight protection for both platform and personnel. The company prides itself on its innovative approach to defence and aerospace solutions, making a significant impact on the safety and efficiency of military and commercial sectors.

Location:

The role is based in Coventry, a city at the heart of the UK's manufacturing and engineering industry, offering a vibrant work-life balance.

Interested?:

If you're eager to take the next step in your career with a company that values innovation, quality, and the contributions of its team members, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become a Vehicle Technician and be part of something truly extraordinary!