Vehicle Maintenance Technician - Banstead | South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust; Banstead; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Minimum 27 days annual leave

Manufacturer and specialist training

C1 licence training where required

Occupational health and wellbeing: NHS

Access to NHS discounts and staff: 2

Opportunities for personal and proffes

Job summary

South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust in Banstead is recruiting Vehicle Maintenance Technicians to maintain a fleet of ambulances, rapid response vehicles, 4x4s and specialist support vehicles, ensuring frontline services remain operational across the South East.

The role offers manufacturer and specialist training (Mercedes, MAN, Fiat, EVs) and a path to a C1 licence, with modern diagnostics and a supportive team working a 6am–8pm seven-day roster, including weekends and bank

Responsibilities

• Servicing, inspecting and repairing ambulances, rapid response vehicles, 4x4s and support vehicles
• Diagnosing faults using advanced diagnostic systems, including Mercedes Star, Fiat Witech and Autel
• Carrying out preventative maintenance and safety inspections to maximise vehicle availability
• Preparing vehicles for MOT testing (Class IV and VII)
• Undertaking repairs involving electrical systems, welding and fabrication, hydraulics, heating and air conditioning systems
• Maintaining accurate maintenance and repair records
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and manufacturer standards
• Supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive team environment

Job description

Vehicle Maintenance Technician - Banstead | South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Company: South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Salary: £32,073 - £39,043 per annum plus 17% unsocial hours

Hours: Full-time

Location: Banstead, SM7 2AS

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 3 Nov 2026

Closing date: 3 Dec 2026

Looking for a role where your technical skills are valued, your development is supported, and you can work on a varied fleet without the pressure of sales targets?

South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SECAmb) is recruiting Vehicle Maintenance Technicians to join our Banstead workshop team.

Working on a fleet of over 700 vehicles, including ambulances, rapid response vehicles, 4x4s and specialist support vehicles, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our frontline services remain operational and ready to respond across the South East.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician looking to broaden their skills through manufacturer and specialist training, including Mercedes, MAN, Fiat, Electric Vehicle (EV) systems and C1 licence training where required.

Working as part of a supportive and professional team, you'll use modern diagnostic equipment and industry‑leading practices to maintain a fleet that is essential to delivering emergency and urgent care services to our communities.

Training and development

We are committed to investing in your development. If you don’t already hold a C1 licence, we will support you in obtaining this. You’ll also receive specialist manufacturer training across our fleet, including MAN, Mercedes and Fiat, as well as training in electric vehicles (EV), air conditioning and other specialist systems, ensuring you stay up to date with the latest technologies and industry standards.

Main duties of the job

As a Vehicle Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across a diverse fleet of emergency and support vehicles.

Your duties will include:

• Servicing, inspecting and repairing ambulances, rapid response vehicles, 4x4s and support vehicles
• Diagnosing faults using advanced diagnostic systems, including Mercedes Star, Fiat Witech and Autel
• Carrying out preventative maintenance and safety inspections to maximise vehicle availability
• Preparing vehicles for MOT testing (Class IV and VII)
• Undertaking repairs involving electrical systems, welding and fabrication, hydraulics, heating and air conditioning systems
• Maintaining accurate maintenance and repair records
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with Health & Safety legislation, Trust policies and manufacturer standards
• Supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive team environment

The workshop operates seven days a week between 6am and 8pm. The role is based on a shift rota and includes weekend and bank holiday working, with enhancements paid for unsocial hours.

South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust provides emergency and urgent care services across Kent, Surrey and Sussex, serving a population of more than 4.9 million people.

Our Vehicle Maintenance team plays a crucial role in supporting these services by ensuring our fleet remains safe, compliant and operational. Every vehicle maintained by our workshops supports the delivery of care to patients across the region.

Benefits

• Minimum 27 days annual leave, increasing with service
• Manufacturer and specialist training opportunities
• C1 licence training where required
• Occupational health and wellbeing support
• Access to NHS discounts and staff benefits
• Opportunities for personal and professional development

At SECAmb, we are proud of our values of Courage, Integrity and Kindness and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

Key responsibilities

• Planned and reactive maintenance of Trust vehicles and equipment
• Vehicle diagnostics, fault finding and repair
• MOT preparation and compliance activities
• Recovery and inspection of vehicles where required
• Accurate completion of maintenance records and fleet management documentation
• Safe working practices in accordance with Trust policies and Health & Safety legislation
• Participation in training, development and continuous improvement activities
• Supporting fleet availability to meet operational requirements

This advert closes on Tuesday 17 Nov 2026

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