Military Vehicle Mechanic (MoD, Defence Vehicles/NVQ 3+)

JR United Kingdom; Forres; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defence sector is seeking a Military Vehicle Mechanic in Forres. This role involves servicing and maintaining military vehicles, requiring an NVQ Level 2/3 qualification. The position offers competitive pay, training opportunities, and potential for progression within the company's exciting defence projects.

Benefits

6% Pension

Option for 4 Day Working Week

Funded Qualifications

Progression Routes

Flexible Hours

25 Days Holiday

Company Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience as a Vehicle Mechanic/Technician with NVQ Level 2 or above.
• Proven skills in diagnostics and repairs required.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair, and maintain vehicles.
• Diagnose and document vehicle conditions.

Skills

Servicing

Repair

Diagnostic

Maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Documentation

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 Qualification

Job description

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Ernest Gordon Recruitment

Location:

forres, United Kingdom

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Posted:

09.07.2025

Expiry Date:

23.08.2025

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Job Description:

Military Vehicle Mechanic/Technician (MoD, Defence Vehicles/NVQ 3+)

Kinloss

up to £31,500 +37 Hour Week + 6% Pension + Option for 4 Day Working Week + Funded Qualifications + Progression Routes + Flexible Hours + Company Pension + 25 Days Holiday + Company Benefits

Are you a Vehicle Mechanic/Technician or similar with and NWQ2 or above?

Do you want to work on some of the most exciting and TOP SECRET MoD and Defence projects and play your part in the global security crisis?On offer is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a multi-billion-pound global engineering and defence company who have an industry reputation for providing one of the top training and progression programs & often works on several large-scale projects around the UK. This is a unique opportunity where you will be funded for qualifications to improve your career, have the option to progress to supervisor / assessor roles & even work a 4 day week if necessary.

In this role, the successful Vehicle Mechanic/Technician will be involved in servicing, repairing, diagnosing & maintaining vehicles, and working on their variety of hydraulics & electrical equipment. Additionally, you'll inspect and assess vehicles and equipment, manage material demands, and complete documentation and test reports in compliance with current standards.

The ideal Vehicle Mechanic/Technician would have an NVQ2 or above and looking for a role in a well-established company where you will take on to work on some of the UK's most secret defence projects with the options of earning extra & lots of training + progression.

THE ROLE:

• Perform servicing, repair, and maintenance of vehicles and electrical equipment, including diagnostic and inspection duties.
• Adhere to customer requirements, regulations, and technical standards, ensuring proper use of issued stores and equipment.
• Diagnose, assess, and document vehicle and equipment status, manage material demands, and complete test reports in compliance with standards.

THE PERSON:

• Vehicle Mechanic / Technician
• NVQ Level 2/3 Qualification or time served

Optional Shift Patterns:

• Monday to Thursday - 6:45am - 5:30pm.
• Monday to Thursday - 8:00am - 4:30pm & Friday 8:00am to 1:00pm.
• (Any overtime paid at 1.5x, Sunday is 2x)

Keywords: Vehicle, Mechanic, Technician, Electrical, Hydraulic, Goods, Maintenance, Repair, PPM, Service, Mechanic, Bus, Days Based, Reactive, Diagnose, Fault, Finding, Emergency, Service

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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