Vehicle Mechanic/Technician (MoD, Defence Vehicles/NVQ 3+)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; ST Andrews; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and defence company in the UK is searching for a Vehicle Mechanic/Technician to work on exciting MoD projects. The role requires NVQ Level 3, with responsibilities including servicing and repairing vehicles. The company offers a competitive salary, training, progression opportunities, and the flexibility of shift patterns. This is an excellent chance to contribute to significant projects in global security.

Benefits

6% Pension

Occasional overtime

Training and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have an NVQ Level 3 or similar qualification.
• Experience with servicing, repairing, and diagnosing vehicles.
• Ability to work in compliance with technical standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform servicing, repair, and maintenance of vehicles.
• Diagnose and document vehicle and equipment status.
• Manage material demands and complete test reports.

Skills

Vehicle servicing

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Education

NVQ Level 3 or similar

Job description

Vehicle Mechanic/Technician (MoD, Defence Vehicles/NVQ 3+)

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31,000 Hour Week + 6% Pension + Occasional overtime + Training + Progression

Are you a Vehicle Mechanic/Technician or similar with and NWQ3 or similar?

Do you want to work on some of the most exciting and TOP SECRET MoD and Defence projects and play your part in the global security crisis?

On offer is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a multi-billion-pound global engineering and defence company who have an industry reputation for providing one of the top training and progression programs & often works on several large-scale projects around the UK. This is a unique opportunity where you will be funded for qualifications to improve your career, have the option to progress to supervisor / assessor roles & even work a 4 day week if necessary.

In this role, the successful Vehicle Mechanic/Technician will be involved in servicing, repairing, diagnosing & maintaining vehicles, and working on their variety of hydraulics & electrical equipment. Additionally, you'll inspect and assess vehicles and equipment, manage material demands, and complete documentation and test reports in compliance with current standards.

The ideal Vehicle Mechanic/Technician would have an NVQ3 or above and looking for a role in a well-established company where you will take on to work on some of the UK's most secret defence projects with the options of earning extra & lots of training + progression.

THE ROLE:

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

THE PERSON:

• Aspiring Vehicle Mechanic / Technician
• NVQ Level 3 or similar Qualification or time served

Optional Shift Patterns:

• Monday to Thursday - 6:45am - 5:30pm.
• Monday to Thursday - 8:00am - 4:30pm & Friday 8:00am to 1:00pm.
• (Any overtime paid at 1.5x, Sunday is 2x)

Reference: 16688

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

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