Vehicle Mechanic

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An International Defence business based in Donnington is seeking a skilled Vehicle Mechanic to maintain and repair military vehicles. This position offers exceptional career development, competitive salary, and opportunities to enhance mechanical knowledge. Candidates must have NVQ Level 3 in Mechanics and a keen attention to detail. Applicants will work Monday to Friday with 37 hours per week and potential for overtime. Benefits include PPE, a discounted gym membership, and enhanced pension contributions.

Benefits

PPE Supplied

Exceptional Career Development Opportunities

Heavily Discounted Gym Membership

Enhanced Pension Contributions

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Mechanic through a recognized formal training program.
• Awareness of health and safety requirements.
• High degree of attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair vehicle components and accessories.
• Diagnose faults and test vehicles using available equipment.
• Complete paperwork to the required standard.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanics

Job description

MB580: Vehicle Mechanic

Location: Donnington,Telford
Salary: £31,000pa
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week with overtime available
Additional Company Benefits: PPE Supplied, Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Heavily Discounted Gym Membership, Enhanced Pension Contributions

Overview

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic International Defence business who are looking to recruit multiple Vehicle Mechanics on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Donnington depot.

The Vehicle Mechanic isn't an ordinary Mechanic position. This position will provide an opportunity to work on some fantastic military vehicles and enhance your mechanical knowledge on the wider spectrum in addition to offering exceptional career advancement opportunities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair vehicles components and accessories in line with company, client and/or manufacturer's instructions.
• Removal and refitting in a safe, proper and economical manner using equipment provided.
• Diagnose faults and test vehicles utilising equipment available and using recognised test procedures and techniques.
• Complete all relevant paperwork and documentation to the required standard.
• Remain up to date with the latest vehicle technology and changes by attending Company training programmes.

Skills and Qualifications

• Fully qualified Mechanic, through a recognised formal training programme. (NVQ Level 3 at a minimum).
• Awareness and understanding of health and safety requirements.
• High degree of attention to detail.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to actively seek solutions to problems.