Vehicle Mechanic- Donnington

Are you a qualified Vehicle Mechanic with experience working on heavy-duty vehicles and complex mechanical systems? We're looking for skilled technicians to join a specialist engineering team responsible for maintaining, repairing, and overhauling military vehicles in a secure and highly professional environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse fleet of heavy vehicles and equipment while developing your skills with one of the UK's leading defence support organisations. With a 4-day working week, optional overtime, comprehensive benefits, and genuine career progression opportunities, this role offers both stability and long-term development.

The Role:

As a Vehicle Mechanic, you will carry out maintenance, servicing, fault diagnosis, and repairs on a range of heavy military vehicles and associated equipment. You will play a vital role in ensuring vehicles remain operational, safe, and ready to meet demanding operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Service, maintain, diagnose, and repair heavy vehicles and associated systems.
• Carry out fault-finding on mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and preventative maintenance activities.
• Follow engineering instructions, technical publications, and repair procedures.
• Complete maintenance records, inspection reports, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with quality, safety, and operational standards.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas to the highest standards.

Must have requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Vehicle Maintenance, Vehicle Service & Repair, Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, or a related mechanical discipline – this is a mandatory requirement.
• Proven experience maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing heavy-duty vehicles, HGVs, military vehicles, plant machinery, agricultural machinery, or similar equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience of hydraulic and vehicle systems.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Must be able to successfully pass a DBS and Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) security check.

What's on offer:

• Salary up to £32,760
• 4-day working week
• Enhanced overtime rates where available
• All tools and PPE provided
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Company pension scheme with life assurance
• Digital GP and wellbeing support services
• Employee discounts and savings schemes
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• The opportunity to work on specialist heavy vehicles in a unique engineering environment

Location:

This is a full-time, site-based position in Donnington, offering the chance to work within a secure and well-equipped facility alongside experienced engineering professionals.

Interested?:

 If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that values your skills, apply today to become a Vehicle Mechanic. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity-your next career move starts here!