Vehicle Mechanic

Atlas Recruitment Group Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is looking for a Vehicle Mechanic to join their skilled team in Newcastle. In this full-time role, you will service, repair, and maintain military vehicles and electrical systems, contributing to the UK's defense capability. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 in Service and Repair, with preferred experience as an Ex-REME Class 1 Vehicle Mechanic. This position offers meaningful work with a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 3 in Service and Repair.
• Ex-REME Class 1 Vehicle Mechanic preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair military vehicles and electrical systems.
• Diagnose, inspect, and assess vehicles and associated equipment.
• Create job cards and request materials using ERP systems.
• Complete documentation and test certificates to current standards.
• Ensure correct use of stores and return unused or faulty items.

Skills

Servicing military vehicles

Repairing electrical systems

Diagnosing vehicle issues

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Service and Repair

Ex-REME Class 1 Vehicle Mechanic with current competencies

Tools

SAP ERP system

Job description

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.

Location: Newcastle – Full time, 37 hours per week

What you’ll be doing:

• 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

Your skills and 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.

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Defense and Space Manufacturing, Repair and Maintenance