Total 15 Transportation / Logistics job vacancies in SS2 5QF

Please see attached a full job description setting out the details of the role and responsibilities. We look forward to your application.

PART TIME ROLE - MONDAY, THURSDAY AND FRIDAY.

Join the UK’s largest B2B used vehicle service

At BCA, we’re altogether, more. More than just your average vehicle remarketing company. More than just any other place to work. We’re Europe's largest vehicle remarketing business, the backbone of the UK’s automotive supply chain, and the best place to build the career you want.

Now, this is where you fit in…

We’re looking for down-to-earth go-getters, who are ready to make their mark on the automotive industry. Our Site Operations and Driving teams play a vital role across our business. Here you can build on your knowledge and find your specialty at one of our sites or on the road – the opportunities are endless.

The role

As a Collection, Inspection, and Delivery Driver, you will have the exciting opportunity to drive a diverse range of cars from Fords to Range Rovers, Teslas and Mercedes Benz’, all under 4 years old. With flexible start and end times, you will have the freedom to manage your schedule and make the most of your workday as you travel across the UK. And, the best part? Payment starts from the moment you leave your home and continues until your return.

Your key responsibilities include:


Driving a range of cars to car dealerships and collecting end of lease cars from customers
Conducting vehicle inspections using company-approved iPads
Planning and completing journeys between jobs using both cars and public transport
Representing BCA as an ambassador both during collection and in vehicles
Handle unexpected situations and make quick decisions – Mechanical knowledge isn’t necessary


To be successful, you’ll must meet the following criteria:


Have a right to work in the UK
Age 21 or over (due to insurance purposes)
Held a Full UK License for more than 2 years, with 9 points or less
Have a ‘can-do’ attitude for this hands-on, physical role where no two days are the same!


We’ve put everything in place to ensure you thrive. Competitive salaries, strong core values and an excellent benefits package that includes:


Company Pension Scheme
An Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential counselling services
Fuel card and credit card for business expenses
Discounted rates for buying and selling vehicles for yourself, family and friends


And so much more…

As the automotive industry changes, we’re changing with it - putting our people in the front seat for the journey. We’re the number one in what we do for a reason and that’s because of the people we have on our teams. If you want to be a part of a business like this; unrivalled, exciting and appreciative of the work you do, join BCA.

VEHICLE TECHNICIAN
Basic Salary & OTE - £60,000
Location - Southend

A proactive, consistent and efficient Vehicle Technician with an attention to detail in all their work required for Dealership. As Vehicle Technician you will be a team player with great work ethic.

Responsibilities of a Vehicle Technician
·Work in ranges from servicing a vehicle to general vehicle repair.
·Good technical skills.

Skills and Qualifications of a Vehicle Technician
·NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
·Previous Vehicle Technician experience within the automotive industry
·Good attitude and a time-conscious individual
·Full clean UK Driving Licence

Please contact Kelsey White @ Auto Skills and quote job number 42477

This is an apprenticeship role.
An exciting opportunity has arisen at your local Suzuki dealership where you will be required to learn all aspects of the technician job role while you work as an apprentice.
If cars are your passion, then Suzuki will provide you with first class training on the very latest products and innovations, with dedicated Suzuki trainers who will help build knowledge and develop your skills.
Training will be provided both in the workplace and at the Suzuki Training Centre in Doncaster.
All we ask is that you are committed to the Apprenticeship Programme for 3 years and have the passion and ambition to grow into a highly skilled Vehicle Technician.
You will also be required to have a grade 4 or above in maths & English at GCSE level or equivalent.
Duties to include:

Servicing vehicles – carrying out checks and
maintenance according to the manufacturer’s guidelines.
Repairing and replacing faulty parts and
components.
Developing an understanding of workshop
equipment.
Maintaining records

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship you will achieve the Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Level 3 qualification.


Training
This is a Motor Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship, delivered by Robert Bosch Ltd.

Training is delivered on a block release basis at the Alliance Training Centre in Doncaster.

This means your college based training will be delivered away from home and you will be required to stay in a hotel for 17 separate weeks (Mon – Fri) over the 3 year duration of the course. All associated costs for training are met by the employer/the programme and there will be no cost to yourself/your parents or guardians.

Assessments will also be conducted in the work place by a dedicated training assessor. You will also be assigned a workplace mentor for support in dealership.

As a result you will receive the following qualification:

• Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) Level 3


Qualifications required
GCSEs grades 9 – 4 (A* - C) or Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English.


Predicted grades may be considered.

Please ensure you also list all of your relevant qualifications.

If you do not have the required qualifications for this apprenticeship your application will be rejected and you will not be contacted.


Skills required
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:


·
Willingness to learn


·
Team working skills


·
Personal responsibility and career ownership


·
Motivation for the role/automotive engineering
interest


Prospects
Possibility of permanent role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Qualification / Standard : ST0033 Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician (light vehicle)
Duration 3 Years

Why BCA?

Constellation Automotive Group is the largest vertically integrated digital car marketplace in Europe, combining the leading digital brands across the segments of consumer to business, business to business and business to consumer. Our leading automotive brands include webuyanycar, cinch, Marshall and BCA.

Backed up by industry leading technology we have a nationwide team of logistics and inspection professionals and offer a full range of integrated services to support our customers through the entire fleet management process.

The role

If you love cars, driving and have a sense of adventure, this could be the role for you. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to become a part of a team and grow our network of Vehicle Handover Specialists for the UK’s favourite car buying service.

As a Collection and Delivery Driver you will be based from home/nearest WEBUYANYCAR site and will be collecting and delivering vehicles from sites on a daily basis.

You will be working within a team of driving using a runner vehicle to get you to your jobs. Minimum use of public transport but if required all expenses will be covered by us.

You will typically be working 40 hours per week between the hours of 7am-7pm. However, you are paid from the moment you leave the house until you get home.

You will receive a full company induction via our in-house dedicated Driver Training Programme, all equipment provided along with fuel cards and company credit cards for travel expensive. We also have a dedicated team for WEBUYANYCAR drivers to provide day to day driver support.

The Benefits


Stakeholder pension scheme
Off peak railcard, fuel card and credit card for business expenses
Discounted rates for buying and selling vehicles for yourself, family and friends
Exclusive employee friends and family discount to purchase a vehicle from cinch
Online employee Wellbeing Centre, eye care and Flu Vouchers
Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential counselling services
Huge range of retail and lifestyle discounts and cashback rewards


What we look for in you


Right to work in the UK
Held a Full UK Licence for more than 2 years, with 9 or less points
A ‘can-do’ attitude for this hands-on, physical role where no two days are the same!

East of England Ambulance Service has a vacancy for a Vehicle Technician at our Southend workshop.

Working for Workshop Services at East of England Ambulance Services NHS Trust (EEAST) you will also be eligible for the following benefits:
• Generous NHS Pension Scheme – with opportunity to transfer other pensions into the NHS Pension scheme within first 12 months.
• 37.5 hour working week with overtime payable at an enhanced rate for any pre-approved hours above this.
• Minimum 27 days annual leave (increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years’ service) + 8 days bank holiday equivalent.
• Annual personal development review and plan to support your career aspirations.
• Paid sick leave (based upon length of service).
• Staff uniform including relevant PPE for task.
• Training and development opportunities with opportunities for career progression in Workshops or perhaps other career areas within EEAST.
• Free on-site parking.
• Access to generous discount schemes across wide range of services, eating out, shopping, holidays etc via NHS Discounts and Blue Light Card.
• 24hr Employee Assistance Program: Occupational Health services including mental health and wellbeing, legal and financial services

The role is to ensure that all motor vehicle repairs, pre-planned maintenance repairs and vehicle servicing, are completed within an accurate time scale and in a cost-efficient manner on vehicles where appropriate training has been provided.

To provide a safe, effective, and efficient maintenance and repair service within MOT standards for all vehicles and maintained by East of England Ambulance Service.

Responsible for diagnosing faults in vehicles and decide on the extent of the work required, making informed decisions as to the repair or replacement of faulty units.
Suitable candidates will have C1 category licence or be willing to work towards this within 6 months of starting which will be fully funded by the Trust, subject to the individual remaining with the organisation for a period of two years.

Please note we participate in the provision of a 24-hour breakdown service necessitating call out from home on a rota basis occasionally both at night/ weekends with appropriate time off the following day in line with the Working Time Directive.

The Fleet Department is responsible for the design, testing and evaluation of operational vehicles, their procurement and issue to A&E Operations, the in-life compliance, service planning and up-time management (operational life) of the vehicle, and the final decommissioning and disposal at the end of their life. It is also responsible for all ordering of lease vehicles to support functions, including business lease cars.

The post holder will take full responsibility for taking the initiative, and to make decisions on maintenance and repair of various types of vehicles. Full training with be provided with an expectation to complete in line with Trust compliance standard.
• Responsible for the servicing, repair and preventative maintenance of all vehicles maintained by East of England Ambulance Service, training and equipment will be provided.
• Will be required to work in rotation with other Mechanics: (during normal working hours or as an operational requirement).
• Travel to ambulance stations in EEAST and undertake minor mechanical, electrical and body work repairs and undertake preventative maintenance on all vehicles on such stations.
• Undertake major/ minor mechanical and electrical repairs at workshops sites across the Trust area.
• Participate in a rota for 24hr service and repair callouts.
• Carry out MOT inspections/ repairs as required for MOT tests to EEAST and customer vehicles.
• To carry out mechanical/ welding repairs as and when required.
• Responsible for the safe working practices undertaken when dealing with motor vehicle air-conditioning systems.
• Responsible for full utilisation of the computerised diagnostic equipment available to specific vehicle applications, to assist in the diagnosing of vehicle faults and fault-finding process, training of which will be provided and firmly supported.
• To carry out repair and maintenance to special applications on vehicles operated by the Trust.
• Servicing of cots/ stretchers and carry chairs.
• Complete all necessary documentation, including job cards, service sheets and parts sheets and ensure all are submitted in a timely manner.
• To arrange vehicle servicing & MOT tests with various Ambulance stations and external customers.
• Maintains security of stock and equipment used.
• Keep workshops and equipment clean and tidy, reporting any defective equipment.
• Account for all stores and equipment used by means of booking out of parts onto job cards.
• Adhere to and deliver EEAST policies and procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring that service centre equipment, portable equipment and hand tools are fully checked and maintained in line with Trust policy to meet Health & Safety requirements.
• Responsible for the maintain compliance with all statutory requirements relating to the disposal of waste produced as a result of the activities of the vehicle, this includes waste oil, oil filters, brake fluid, batteries, waste paint products etc.
• Travel to breakdowns working outside in varying weather conditions anytime within a 24-hour period when on call.
• Includes direct exposure to dirt, dust, grease, smell, noise, chemicals and solvents, exhaust fumes, hot engines, manual lifting of weight up 25kg is required, risk of being in the vicinity of body fluids, foul linen sometimes found in the ambulance saloon.
• All post holders have a responsibility to report risks such as clinical and non-clinical accidents or incidents promptly. They are expected to be familiar with the Trust’s use of risk assessments to predict and control risk, as well as the incident reporting system for learning from mistakes and near misses to improve services.
• Post holders must also attend training identified by their manager or stated by the Trust to be mandatory.
• All staff are responsible for undertaking scene specific or activity specific risk assessments for non-EEAS premises and reporting identified problems to their line manager for consideration and resolution.
• Continuous learning is an expectation of the role and the achievement of NVQ higher level qualifications to support and enhance mechanical knowledge.
• Systematic and methodical approach to vehicle mechanics.
• Required to provide guidance, support and direction to team members/ colleagues/ new employees as required.
• Become subject matter experts with the ability to disseminate to other staff members.


This advert closes on Wednesday 7 Aug 2024

The post holder will take full responsibility for taking the initiative, and to make decisions on maintenance and repair of various types of vehicles. Full training with be provided with an expectation to complete in line with Trust compliance standard. Responsible for the servicing, repair and preventative maintenance of all vehicles maintained by East of England Ambulance Service, training and equipment will be provided. Will be required to work in rotation with other Mechanics: (during normal working hours or as an operational requirement). Travel to ambulance stations in EEAST and undertake minor mechanical, electrical and body work repairs and undertake preventative maintenance on all vehicles on such stations. Undertake major/ minor mechanical and electrical repairs at workshops sites across the Trust area. Participate in a rota for 24hr service and repair callouts. Carry out MOT inspections/ repairs as required for MOT tests to EEAST and customer vehicles. To carry out mechanical/ welding repairs as and when required. Responsible for the safe working practices undertaken when dealing with motor vehicle air-conditioning systems. Responsible for full utilisation of the computerised diagnostic equipment available to specific vehicle applications, to assist in the diagnosing of vehicle faults and fault-finding process, training of which will be provided and firmly supported. To carry out repair and maintenance to special applications on vehicles operated by the Trust. Servicing of cots/ stretchers and carry chairs. Complete all necessary documentation, including job cards, service sheets and parts sheets and ensure all are submitted in a timely manner. To arrange vehicle servicing & MOT tests with various Ambulance stations and external customers. Maintains security of stock and equipment used. Keep workshops and equipment clean and tidy, reporting any defective equipment. Account for all stores and equipment used by means of booking out of parts onto job cards. Adhere to and deliver EEAST policies and procedures. Responsible for ensuring that service centre equipment, portable equipment and hand tools are fully checked and maintained in line with Trust policy to meet Health & Safety requirements. Responsible for the maintain compliance with all statutory requirements relating to the disposal of waste produced as a result of the activities of the vehicle, this includes waste oil, oil filters, brake fluid, batteries, waste paint products etc. Travel to breakdowns working outside in varying weather conditions anytime within a 24-hour period when on call. Includes direct exposure to dirt, dust, grease, smell, noise, chemicals and solvents, exhaust fumes, hot engines, manual lifting of weight up 25kg is required, risk of being in the vicinity of body fluids, foul linen sometimes found in the ambulance saloon. All post holders have a responsibility to report risks such as clinical and non-clinical accidents or incidents promptly. They are expected to be familiar with the Trusts use of risk assessments to predict and control risk, as well as the incident reporting system for learning from mistakes and near misses to improve services. Post holders must also attend training identified by their manager or stated by the Trust to be mandatory. All staff are responsible for undertaking scene specific or activity specific risk assessments for non-EEAS premises and reporting identified problems to their line manager for consideration and resolution. Continuous learning is an expectation of the role and the achievement of NVQ higher level qualifications to support and enhance mechanical knowledge. Systematic and methodical approach to vehicle mechanics. Required to provide guidance, support and direction to team members/ colleagues/ new employees as required. Become subject matter experts with the ability to disseminate to other staff members.

The post holder will take full responsibility for taking the initiative, and to make decisions on maintenance and repair of various types of vehicles. Full training with be provided with an expectation to complete in line with Trust compliance standard. Responsible for the servicing, repair and preventative maintenance of all vehicles maintained by East of England Ambulance Service, training and equipment will be provided. Will be required to work in rotation with other Mechanics: (during normal working hours or as an operational requirement). Travel to ambulance stations in EEAST and undertake minor mechanical, electrical and body work repairs and undertake preventative maintenance on all vehicles on such stations. Undertake major/ minor mechanical and electrical repairs at workshops sites across the Trust area. Participate in a rota for 24hr service and repair callouts. Carry out MOT inspections/ repairs as required for MOT tests to EEAST and customer vehicles. To carry out mechanical/ welding repairs as and when required. Responsible for the safe working practices undertaken when dealing with motor vehicle air-conditioning systems. Responsible for full utilisation of the computerised diagnostic equipment available to specific vehicle applications, to assist in the diagnosing of vehicle faults and fault-finding process, training of which will be provided and firmly supported. To carry out repair and maintenance to special applications on vehicles operated by the Trust. Servicing of cots/ stretchers and carry chairs. Complete all necessary documentation, including job cards, service sheets and parts sheets and ensure all are submitted in a timely manner. To arrange vehicle servicing & MOT tests with various Ambulance stations and external customers. Maintains security of stock and equipment used. Keep workshops and equipment clean and tidy, reporting any defective equipment. Account for all stores and equipment used by means of booking out of parts onto job cards. Adhere to and deliver EEAST policies and procedures. Responsible for ensuring that service centre equipment, portable equipment and hand tools are fully checked and maintained in line with Trust policy to meet Health & Safety requirements. Responsible for the maintain compliance with all statutory requirements relating to the disposal of waste produced as a result of the activities of the vehicle, this includes waste oil, oil filters, brake fluid, batteries, waste paint products etc. Travel to breakdowns working outside in varying weather conditions anytime within a 24-hour period when on call. Includes direct exposure to dirt, dust, grease, smell, noise, chemicals and solvents, exhaust fumes, hot engines, manual lifting of weight up 25kg is required, risk of being in the vicinity of body fluids, foul linen sometimes found in the ambulance saloon. All post holders have a responsibility to report risks such as clinical and non-clinical accidents or incidents promptly. They are expected to be familiar with the Trusts use of risk assessments to predict and control risk, as well as the incident reporting system for learning from mistakes and near misses to improve services. Post holders must also attend training identified by their manager or stated by the Trust to be mandatory. All staff are responsible for undertaking scene specific or activity specific risk assessments for non-EEAS premises and reporting identified problems to their line manager for consideration and resolution. Continuous learning is an expectation of the role and the achievement of NVQ higher level qualifications to support and enhance mechanical knowledge. Systematic and methodical approach to vehicle mechanics. Required to provide guidance, support and direction to team members/ colleagues/ new employees as required. Become subject matter experts with the ability to disseminate to other staff members.

Job Title: Vehicle Mechanic
Location: Wareham, Dorset
Compensation: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF55589

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Vehicle Mechanic at our MOD Lulworth site.

The role
As a Vehicle Mechanic, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. With your skills and experience, you'll be undertaking the servicing, repair, maintenance and overhaul of vehicles and electrical equipment, including diagnostic and inspection duties. You'll also be carrying out equipment examination to meet production requirements.

Day to day, you'll be carrying out work to the required standard and specification as detailed in accordance with customer requirements, current regulations, local instructions, process plans and other technical publications. You'll also ensure stores and equipment issued to job are used for their correct purpose.

• Diagnose, inspect and assess vehicles and associated mechanical / electrical equipment in line skills & competency
• Ensure stores and equipment issued to job are used for their correct purpose and un-used or new faulty material is returned to the section / department Team Leader as soon as it is identified
• Creation of job cards and demanding material where the relevant ERP (SAP) training has been completed
• Completion of vehicle and equipment documentation and test certificates / reports to current standards

This position involves manual work. This could include lifting, bending, using tools or standing for extended periods of time.

This role is full time and based onsite at MOD Lulworth Camp in Dorset, typically working 37-hours per week which we have a variety of working patterns:

• Monday - Thursday
• Tuesday - Friday
• Monday - Friday (5-day working pattern)

Essential experience of the Vehicle Mechanic:

• Previous experience within similar role is required
• Hydraulics experience
• Dealership / Local Garage experience
• A real team player with the ability to adapt and build rapport

Qualifications for the Vehicle Mechanic:

• NVQ Level three Service and Repair

Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Contributory Pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• All personal tooling provided including toolboxes
• All special tooling provided
• All personal protective equipment (PPE) provided
• Tea & Coffee provided
• Recognition by 'Ovation' linked to our principles
• Employee referral programme benefits
• Reservists in the armed forces receive ten days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity

Babcock International
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 20/05/24

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

VEHICLE TECHNICIAN
Basic Salary & OTE - £60,000
Location - Southend

A proactive, consistent and efficient Vehicle Technician with an attention to detail in all their work required for Dealership. As Vehicle Technician you will be a team player with great work ethic.

Responsibilities of a Vehicle Technician
·Work in ranges from servicing a vehicle to general vehicle repair.
·Good technical skills.

Skills and Qualifications of a Vehicle Technician
·NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
·Previous Vehicle Technician experience within the automotive industry
·Good attitude and a time-conscious individual
·Full clean UK Driving Licence

Please contact Kelsey White @ Auto Skills and quote job number 43780

Job Title: Vehicle Mechanic
Location: Wareham, Dorset
Compensation: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF55589

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Vehicle Mechanic at our MOD Lulworth site.

The role
As a Vehicle Mechanic, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. With your skills and experience, you'll be undertaking the servicing, repair, maintenance and overhaul of vehicles and electrical equipment, including diagnostic and inspection duties. You'll also be carrying out equipment examination to meet production requirements.

Day to day, you'll be carrying out work to the required standard and specification as detailed in accordance with customer requirements, current regulations, local instructions, process plans and other technical publications. You'll also ensure stores and equipment issued to job are used for their correct purpose.

• Diagnose, inspect and assess vehicles and associated mechanical / electrical equipment in line skills & competency
• Ensure stores and equipment issued to job are used for their correct purpose and un-used or new faulty material is returned to the section / department Team Leader as soon as it is identified
• Creation of job cards and demanding material where the relevant ERP (SAP) training has been completed
• Completion of vehicle and equipment documentation and test certificates / reports to current standards

This role is full time and based onsite at the MOD Lulworth Camp in Dorset.

Essential experience of the Vehicle Mechanic:

• Previous experience within similar role is required
• Hydraulics experience
• Dealership / Local Garage experience
• A real team player with the ability to adapt and build rapport

Qualifications for the Vehicle Mechanic:

• NVQ Level three Service and Repair

The successful candidate must be able to achieve SC security clearance level for this role.

Our Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance
• Contributory Pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• All personal tooling provided including toolboxes
• All special tooling provided
• All personal protective equipment (PPE) provided
• Tea & Coffee provided
• Recognition by 'Ovation' linked to our principles
• Employee referral programme benefits
• Reservists in the armed forces receive ten days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity

Babcock International For over a century Babcock International have helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 25/03/2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

The post holder will take full responsibility for taking the initiative, and to make decisions on maintenance and repair of various types of vehicles. Full training with be provided with an expectation to complete in line with Trust compliance standard. Responsible for the servicing, repair and preventative maintenance of all vehicles maintained by East of England Ambulance Service, training and equipment will be provided. Will be required to work in rotation with other Mechanics: (during normal working hours or as an operational requirement). Travel to ambulance stations in EEAST and undertake minor mechanical, electrical and body work repairs and undertake preventative maintenance on all vehicles on such stations. Undertake major/ minor mechanical and electrical repairs at workshops sites across the Trust area. Participate in a rota for 24hr service and repair callouts. Carry out MOT inspections/ repairs as required for MOT tests to EEAST and customer vehicles. To carry out mechanical/ welding repairs as and when required. Responsible for the safe working practices undertaken when dealing with motor vehicle air-conditioning systems. Responsible for full utilisation of the computerised diagnostic equipment available to specific vehicle applications, to assist in the diagnosing of vehicle faults and fault-finding process, training of which will be provided and firmly supported. To carry out repair and maintenance to special applications on vehicles operated by the Trust. Servicing of cots/ stretchers and carry chairs. Complete all necessary documentation, including job cards, service sheets and parts sheets and ensure all are submitted in a timely manner. To arrange vehicle servicing & MOT tests with various Ambulance stations and external customers. Maintains security of stock and equipment used. Keep workshops and equipment clean and tidy, reporting any defective equipment. Account for all stores and equipment used by means of booking out of parts onto job cards. Adhere to and deliver EEAST policies and procedures. Responsible for ensuring that service centre equipment, portable equipment and hand tools are fully checked and maintained in line with Trust policy to meet Health & Safety requirements. Responsible for the maintain compliance with all statutory requirements relating to the disposal of waste produced as a result of the activities of the vehicle, this includes waste oil, oil filters, brake fluid, batteries, waste paint products etc. Travel to breakdowns working outside in varying weather conditions anytime within a 24-hour period when on call. Includes direct exposure to dirt, dust, grease, smell, noise, chemicals and solvents, exhaust fumes, hot engines, manual lifting of weight up 25kg is required, risk of being in the vicinity of body fluids, foul linen sometimes found in the ambulance saloon. All post holders have a responsibility to report risks such as clinical and non-clinical accidents or incidents promptly. They are expected to be familiar with the Trusts use of risk assessments to predict and control risk, as well as the incident reporting system for learning from mistakes and near misses to improve services. Post holders must also attend training identified by their manager or stated by the Trust to be mandatory. All staff are responsible for undertaking scene specific or activity specific risk assessments for non-EEAS premises and reporting identified problems to their line manager for consideration and resolution. Continuous learning is an expectation of the role and the achievement of NVQ higher level qualifications to support and enhance mechanical knowledge. Systematic and methodical approach to vehicle mechanics. Required to provide guidance, support and direction to team members/ colleagues/ new employees as required. Become subject matter experts with the ability to disseminate to other staff members.

The technology company, is looking to recruit a Production Technician to assist in the assembly, testing, repair of hardware and fault diagnosis.


Responsibilities will include:
Testing small batches of the company???s products
Diagnosis products
Fault find to component level
Repair hardware
Simulate data from moving vehicles

Main skills:

Experience with electro-mechanical assembly, test or service in a production environment
Ability to carry out both surface mount and through hole soldering
Attention to detail to accurately follow documented assembly and test procedures
Knowledge of GPS, CAN-bus, inertial and video based equipment, GNSS device testing

VEHICLE TECHNICIAN
Basic Salary & OTE - £60,000
Location - Southend

A proactive, consistent and efficient Vehicle Technician with an attention to detail in all their work required for Dealership. As Vehicle Technician you will be a team player with great work ethic.

Responsibilities of a Vehicle Technician
·Work in ranges from servicing a vehicle to general vehicle repair.
·Good technical skills.

Skills and Qualifications of a Vehicle Technician
·NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
·Previous Vehicle Technician experience within the automotive industry
·Good attitude and a time-conscious individual
·Full clean UK Driving Licence

Please contact Kelsey White @ Auto Skills and quote job number 43780

East of England Ambulance Service has a vacancy for a Vehicle Technician at our Southend based workshop.

The role of a Vehicle Technician forms an essential part of ensuring we have ambulances on the road to help patients when they need us.

Working for Workshop Services at East of England Ambulance Services NHS Trust (EEAST) you will also be eligible for the following benefits:
• Generous NHS Pension Scheme – with opportunity to transfer other pensions into the NHS Pension scheme within first 12 months.
• 37.5 hour working week with overtime payable at an enhanced rate for any pre-approved hours above this.
• Minimum 27 days annual leave (increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years’ service) + 8 days bank holiday equivalent.
• Annual personal development review and plan to support your career aspirations.
• Paid sick leave (based upon length of service).
• Staff uniform including relevant PPE for task.
• Training and development opportunities with opportunities for career progression in Workshops or perhaps other career areas within EEAST.
• Free on-site parking.
• Access to generous discount schemes across wide range of services, eating out, shopping, holidays etc via NHS Discounts and Blue Light Card.
• 24hr Employee Assistance Program: Occupational Health services including mental health and wellbeing, legal and financial services

This role also attracts a 15% Recruitment & Retention premium. (Additional 15% of base salary paid monthly from starting in post)

The role is to ensure that all motor vehicle repairs, pre-planned maintenance repairs and vehicle servicing, are completed within an accurate time scale and in a cost-efficient manner on vehicles where appropriate training has been provided.

To provide a safe, effective, and efficient maintenance and repair service within MOT standards for all vehicles and maintained by East of England Ambulance Service.

Responsible for diagnosing faults in vehicles and decide on the extent of the work required, making informed decisions as to the repair or replacement of faulty units.
Suitable candidates will have C1 category licence or be willing to work towards this within 6 months of starting which will be fully funded by the Trust, subject to the individual remaining with the organisation for a period of two years.

Please note we participate in the provision of a 24-hour breakdown service necessitating call out from home on a rota basis occasionally both at night/ weekends with appropriate time off the following day in line with the Working Time Directive.

The Fleet Department is responsible for the design, testing and evaluation of operational vehicles, their procurement and issue to A&E Operations, the in-life compliance, service planning and up-time management (operational life) of the vehicle, and the final decommissioning and disposal at the end of their life. It is also responsible for all ordering of lease vehicles to support functions, including business lease cars.

• The post holder will take full responsibility for taking the initiative, and to make decisions on maintenance and repair of various types of vehicles. Full training with be provided with an expectation to complete in line with Trust compliance standard.
• Responsible for the servicing, repair and preventative maintenance of all vehicles maintained by East of England Ambulance Service, training and equipment will be provided.
• Will be required to work in rotation with other Mechanics: (during normal working hours or as an operational requirement).
• Travel to ambulance stations in EEAST and undertake minor mechanical, electrical and body work repairs and undertake preventative maintenance on all vehicles on such stations.
• Undertake major/ minor mechanical and electrical repairs at workshops sites across the Trust area.
• Participate in a rota for 24hr service and repair callouts.
• Carry out MOT inspections/ repairs as required for MOT tests to EEAST and customer vehicles.
• To carry out mechanical/ welding repairs as and when required.
• Responsible for the safe working practices undertaken when dealing with motor vehicle air-conditioning systems.
• Responsible for full utilisation of the computerised diagnostic equipment available to specific vehicle applications, to assist in the diagnosing of vehicle faults and fault-finding process, training of which will be provided and firmly supported.
• To carry out repair and maintenance to special applications on vehicles operated by the Trust.
• Servicing of cots/ stretchers and carry chairs.
• Complete all necessary documentation, including job cards, service sheets and parts sheets and ensure all are submitted in a timely manner.
• To arrange vehicle servicing & MOT tests with various Ambulance stations and external customers.
• Maintains security of stock and equipment used.
• Keep workshops and equipment clean and tidy, reporting any defective equipment.
• Account for all stores and equipment used by means of booking out of parts onto job cards.
• Adhere to and deliver EEAST policies and procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring that service centre equipment, portable equipment and hand tools are fully checked and maintained in line with Trust policy to meet Health & Safety requirements.
• Responsible for the maintain compliance with all statutory requirements relating to the disposal of waste produced as a result of the activities of the vehicle, this includes waste oil, oil filters, brake fluid, batteries, waste paint products etc.
• Travel to breakdowns working outside in varying weather conditions anytime within a 24-hour period when on call.
• Includes direct exposure to dirt, dust, grease, smell, noise, chemicals and solvents, exhaust fumes, hot engines, manual lifting of weight up 25kg is required, risk of being in the vicinity of body fluids, foul linen sometimes found in the ambulance saloon.
• All post holders have a responsibility to report risks such as clinical and non-clinical accidents or incidents promptly. They are expected to be familiar with the Trust’s use of risk assessments to predict and control risk, as well as the incident reporting system for learning from mistakes and near misses to improve services.
• Post holders must also attend training identified by their manager or stated by the Trust to be mandatory.
• All staff are responsible for undertaking scene specific or activity specific risk assessments for non-EEAS premises and reporting identified problems to their line manager for consideration and resolution.
• Continuous learning is an expectation of the role and the achievement of NVQ higher level qualifications to support and enhance mechanical knowledge.
• Systematic and methodical approach to vehicle mechanics.
• Required to provide guidance, support and direction to team members/ colleagues/ new employees as required.
• Become subject matter experts with the ability to disseminate to other staff members.


This advert closes on Thursday 14 Dec 2023