Vehicle Builder

ICES: Data, Discovery, Better Health; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ICES: Data, Discovery, Better Health seeks a skilled trades professional capable of working across core and non-core vehicle-related tasks. You will follow written instructions, work independently, and contribute to depot quality services.

The role emphasizes use of hand and power tools, assembly, and self-certification of work, with preference for those with an ITB-certified apprenticeship and relevant NVQ.

Qualifications

• GCSE C or above in Maths and English required.
• Indentured apprenticeship in Vehicle Building with ITB + City & Guilds 3850 evidence.
• NVQ Level 3 in trade with CVA certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use sharp tools; chisels, saws, planes.
• Operate mechanical machines; hand saw, bench saw.
• Use hand tools; pump screwdriver, spanners, torque wrenches, circular saws, jigsaw.
• Work in GRP and woods.
• Disassemble/rebuild vehicle interiors; luggage racks, seat frames, buffets.
• Remove interior panels; re-insulate and replace flooring.
• Carry out assembly duties and certify work.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

GCSE Math & English (C or above)

Indoctrinated apprenticeship in Vehicle Building (ITB)

NVQ Level 3 in trade (CVA)

Tools

Chisels

Saws & planes

Torque wrenches

Jigsaw

Job description

General Description:

Skilled work which demands a standard of competence necessitating either an apprenticeship to a trade or recognised training programme where an employee is required to be fully qualified in all parts of the trade and capable of producing work to the required standards, specification or finish expected of a craftsman. To perform defined tasks to written instructions and to be able to work to their own initiative to enable the Depot to provide a quality service to the business. This role requires an ability to work in both core and non-core trades.

Responsibilities:

• Competent to use sharp tools; chisels, saws, planes
• Competent to use mechanical machines; hand saw, benchsaw
• Competent to use handtools; electric pump screwdriver, spanners and torque wrenches, portable circular saws, jigsaw
• Competent to work in GRP and woods
• Competent to strip and rebuild vehicle interiors; luggage racks, seat frames, buffet cars
• Competent to remove interior panels on vehicles
• Competent to re-insulate panels
• Competent to strip, remove and rebuild floor paneling and plywood flooring; renew by cutting to specified shape
• Competent in assembly work
• Competent to self-certificate work

Education Requirements/Person Specification:

• Equivalent to GCSE C or above in Maths and English.
• Indentured apprenticeship in Vehicle Building with supporting industry recognised ITB certificate along with City and Guilds 3850 certificate showing evidence of academic theory of trade.
• Equivalent qualification – NVQ level 3 in trade along with CVA certificate to support.
• Previous experience in Railway Rolling stock an advantage but not essential
• Have a strong understanding of 5s
• Awareness of the importance of Quality

Competencies:

• Committed and able to multi-tasking and problem solving skills are essential with the ability to work well under pressure within tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail
• Team Player