Motor Vehicle Technician - NorthamptonshireinNorthamptoninNorthamptonPUBLISHED FRI 31 JAN 2025
Opportunity to work on a diverse range of vehicles, including front-line ambulance vehicles and fast response cars.
Gain valuable experience in a high-pressure environment, contributing directly to public safety and emergency services.
Potential for professional growth with access to training and development courses provided by the Trust, including the option to obtain a C1 Driving Licence.
Work alongside a small team of experienced technicians, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Engage in a role that requires critical diagnostics and technical skills, enhancing your expertise in vehicle maintenance and repair.
Job stability and security within a reputable organisation as part of the East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust.
Flexibility of work hours and the chance to work across different sites, adding variety to the daily routine.
The East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust is seeking a qualified Motor Vehicle Technician for their workshop in Northamptonshire, which is set to relocate soon. The primary responsibilities include the maintenance and repair of various emergency service vehicles, including ambulances and support cars, ensuring adherence to the trust's standards and procedures. Candidates should possess an NVQ level 3 qualification in Motor Vehicle Engineering, with a C1 Driving Licence preferred but not mandatory, as training will be provided. The role involves working within a small, experienced team, performing diagnostic tests, servicing specialist equipment, and documenting all maintenance activities as required.
The position demands flexibility, with potential site movements and varied work hours, and the technician is expected to maintain safety standards and regulations in the workplace. Ongoing training and development opportunities will be available to keep skills up to date with industry advancements. Successful candidates will report to the Fleet Services leadership and contribute effectively to deliver safe and reliable vehicles for the Trust's operations.
The position demands flexibility, with potential site movements and varied work hours, and the technician is expected to maintain safety standards and regulations in the workplace. Ongoing training and development opportunities will be available to keep skills up to date with industry advancements. Successful candidates will report to the Fleet Services leadership and contribute effectively to deliver safe and reliable vehicles for the Trust's operations.
Opportunity to work on a diverse range of vehicles, including front-line ambulance vehicles and fast response cars.
Gain valuable experience in a high-pressure environment, contributing directly to public safety and emergency services.
Potential for professional growth with access to training and development courses provided by the Trust, including the option to obtain a C1 Driving Licence.
Work alongside a small team of experienced technicians, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Engage in a role that requires critical diagnostics and technical skills, enhancing your expertise in vehicle maintenance and repair.
Job stability and security within a reputable organisation as part of the East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust.
Flexibility of work hours and the chance to work across different sites, adding variety to the daily routine.
An excellent opportunity exists for a qualified Motor Vehicle Technician based at our Harborough Road, Northampton ( soon to be moved to Scotia Close Northampton ) workshop. The role involves maintaining a range of front-line Ambulance vehicles, Fast Response cars and support vehicles operated by the trust.
You should have an appropriate qualification in Motor Vehicle Engineering NVQ level 3.
A C1 Driving Licence would be preferred but not essential as training towards this would be given if required.
The successful candidate will be working within a small but very busy workshop with 3 experienced Ambulance Vehicle Technicians.
To carry out the duties of a skilled Vehicle Motor Mechanic to the standards, policies and procedures of the trust and to the satisfaction of the Head and Assistant Head of Fleet services.
The role may require some movement between sites and flexibility of work hours.
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Main responsibilities:
- Carry out repairs and preventative maintenance on vehicles operated by the Trust and where applicable third party owned vehicles.
- Carry out effective overhaul, repair and servicing of the vehicles in a safe economical and timely manner employing skills and knowledge as required.
- Carry out effective repair and service of specialist equipment used on ambulance vehicles within the skill and training given.
- To test and diagnose faults on vehicles with the aid of diagnostic equipment available. If suitably qualified to undertake the testing of vehicles within an MOT registered Test Station to the required standards and document these tests.
- Note and report additional work arising to the Team Leader for decision on the scope of repairs to be undertaken.
- Complete all relevant documentation to work undertaken and use the Vehicle Maintenance system appropriately as per guidance given.
- Attend damaged or defected vehicles to effect repairs or liaise with VRC to arrange recovery to the trust workshops, at all times observing appropriate safety and traffic regulations.
- Observe at all times safe working practices and Health and safety regulations as applicable to the workplace.
- Attend as required training and development courses arranged by the Trust.
- Keep individual knowledge of industry developments and up to date on products and technology.
- Maintain records of work and attendance as required by Trust systems.
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