Vehicle Mechanic/Auto Electrician (Military Vehicles)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Beverley; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Vehicle Mechanic/Auto Electrician to work on various military vehicles. This role offers the chance to develop your skills through on-the-job training and long-term progression opportunities. You will be responsible for servicing, repairing, and maintaining a range of light and heavy military vehicles, ensuring compliance with high standards. Join a company with over a century of experience in defence, where your contributions will play a vital role in exciting projects for the Ministry of Defence. If you're passionate about working on military vehicles and eager to advance your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Overtime opportunities

6% Pension

Company Benefits

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Light Vehicle Repair & Maintenance required.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, repairing, and maintaining military vehicles and their equipment.
• Diagnosing and documenting vehicle status, ensuring compliance with standards.

Skills

Vehicle Mechanic

Auto Electrician

Hydraulics

Electrical Equipment Maintenance

Diagnostic Skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Light Vehicle Repair & Maintenance

Job description

Vehicle Mechanic/Auto Electrician (Military Vehicles)

Leconfield

Up to £31,500 + Overtime + 37 Hour Week, potential for a 4-day working week + 6% Pension + Company Benefits + Progression opportunities long term.

Are you a Vehicle Mechanic/Auto Electrician with an NVQ2 or similar looking to join a leading UK Defence company where you will be given the opportunity to work on various light and heavy military vehicles including Land Rovers, Pinzgauers, Quads, Jackals, Coyotes, Tracked Vehicles and more?

Do you want the opportunity to receive on-the-job training and development, with long-term progression opportunities and good working conditions?

On offer is the unique opportunity for a skilled Vehicle Mechanic/Auto Electrician to join one of the UK's longest-standing defence companies. Established well over 100 years ago, this organisation offers unrivalled training and progression opportunities, funded qualifications, and the chance to advance your career while working on exciting projects for the MoD.

In this role, the successful Vehicle Mechanic/Auto Electrician will be involved in:

1. Servicing, repairing, diagnosing & maintaining vehicles and working on their variety of hydraulics & electrical equipment.
2. Inspecting and assessing vehicles and equipment.
3. Managing material demands and completing documentation and test reports in compliance with the company's high standards of work.

The ideal candidate will have:

1. A minimum of an NVQ2 in Light Vehicle Repair & Maintenance or similar.
2. Be local to Leconfield or within a suitably commutable distance.
3. A desire to work on Heavy Military Vehicles as a Mechanic.

THE ROLE:

1. Perform servicing, repair, and maintenance of vehicles and electrical equipment, including diagnostic and inspection duties.
2. Adhere to customer requirements, regulations, and technical standards, ensuring proper use of issued stores and equipment.
3. Diagnose, assess, and document vehicle and equipment status, manage material demands, and complete test reports in compliance with standards.

THE PERSON:

1. Vehicle Mechanic/Technician/Auto Electrician or similar.
2. NVQ Level 2 Qualification/similar or above.
3. Able to obtain Security Clearance.

Keywords: Vehicle Mechanic, Vehicle Technician, Army, MoD, Navy, RAF, Leconfield, Defence, Military Vehicle, Heavy Vehicles, HGV, Heavy Mechanic.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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