Vehicle Mechanic

Babcock International; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence engineering company is seeking a full-time Vehicle Mechanic to maintain and repair vehicles supporting armed forces and emergency services. The role is based at locations in Leconfield, Catterick, or Newcastle, and requires an NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance. The successful candidate should have experience in vehicle diagnostics, a commitment to safety, and the ability to obtain necessary security clearances. Compensation up to £32,760, with opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience with military vehicles or specialist equipment preferred.
• Proven experience in vehicle diagnostics, inspection, and repair.
• Ability to conduct road tests and complete technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair vehicles supporting armed forces and emergency services.
• Conduct road tests.
• Complete technical documentation.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Inspection and repair

Strong commitment to safety

Continuous learning

Education

NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds in Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Vehicle Mechanic
Vacancies: Multiple Positions Available
Locations: Leconfield, Catterick, Newcastle
Compensation: Up to £32,760 - Dependent on Experience + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF57081

Power Up Your Career in Defence Engineering

At Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together. If you join us, you can play your part as a Vehicle Mechanic at Leconfield, Catterick or Newcastle, near Beverley, North Yorkshire; Richmond, North Yorkshire; or Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear.

What's in it for you?

As a Vehicle Mechanic, you’ll be part of a skilled and dedicated team maintaining and repairing the vehicles that support our armed forces and emergency services. From quad bikes to battle tanks, your work will directly contribute to national defence and public safety making this a career with real purpose and impact.

This is a full-time, permanent role based at Leconfield, Catterick or Newcastle. You’ll work 37 hours per week: Monday–Thursday (8 hours/day) and Friday (5 hours), with opportunities for overtime. Set working times are in place.

Please note that the successful candidate will be required to pass a targeted medical questionnaire and/or medical examination as a condition of employment for this role.

What do I need?

• NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent in Vehicle Maintenance
• Preferred: Experience with military vehicles or specialist equipment

• Proven experience in vehicle diagnostics, inspection, and repair
• Background in a dealership, garage, or military vehicle maintenance
• Ability to conduct road tests and complete technical documentation
• Strong commitment to safety and precision
• Enthusiasm for continuous learning and development
• Ability to obtain BPSS and SC security clearance

Babcock International

For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email [e-mail] with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

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