Vehicle Mechanic

Atlas Recruitment Group Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized recruitment agency is looking for a Vehicle Mechanic to join a skilled team responsible for maintaining military vehicles. This full-time role offers a salary of £32,760 plus overtime. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 in Service and Repair. Responsibilities include servicing, repairing, and diagnosing military vehicles, with a significant opportunity to impact the UK's defence capability. Join us for a purposeful career!

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Service and Repair is essential.
• Preferred: Ex-REME Class 1 Vehicle Mechanic with current competencies.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, repairing, and overhauling military vehicles and electrical systems.
• Diagnosing, inspecting, and assessing vehicles and associated equipment.
• Creating job cards and requesting materials using ERP systems.
• Completing documentation and test certificates to current standards.
• Ensuring correct use of stores and returning unused or faulty items.

Skills

Servicing military vehicles

Repairing electrical systems

Diagnosing vehicle issues

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Service and Repair

Tools

ERP (SAP) systems

Job description

Vehicle Mechanic

Location: Newcastle - Full time, 37 hours per week

Salary: £32,760 + overtime

As a Vehicle Mechanic, you'll be part of a skilled and dedicated team responsible for maintaining and repairing military vehicles and electrical equipment. Your work will directly support the UK's defence capability—making this a career with real purpose and impact.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, repairing, and overhauling military vehicles and electrical systems
• Diagnosing, inspecting, and assessing vehicles and associated equipment
• Creating job cards and requesting materials using ERP (SAP) systems
• Completing documentation and test certificates to current standards
• Ensuring correct use of stores and returning unused or faulty items

Qualifications & Experience

• NVQ Level 3 in Service and Repair
• Preferred: Ex-REME Class 1 Vehicle Mechanic with current competencies (not essential)

All successful Vehicle Mechanics will be contacted within 2 days of application.