Job summary
West Midlands Ambulance Service positively welcomes diversity and aims to be a truly inclusive place to work. We are looking for self-motivated, enthusiastic people from all backgrounds that care about making a difference.
The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of people from BME backgrounds and welcomes applicants from these communities. Selection will be on a basis of merit. The Trust has achieved the status of a Disability Confident Leader and guarantees to invite to assessment applicants who meet the criteria for the job vacancy. To ensure the diversity of the workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.
If you wish to discuss and adjustments that you may need for the role of the assessment process prior to your application, then please do not hesitate to contact the recruitment team
The Trust is proud to support our Armed Forces community and have signed up to the Step Into Health initiative. We welcome applications from Armed Forces Veterans and Service leavers.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has become available for Apprentice Fleet Mechanics to join our well established teams across the Trust on a 3.5 year contract. Successful applicants will complete a Motor Vehicle and Maintenance Technician - Light Vehicle (Level 3 qualification) more details can be found in the supporting information link
Vacancies are available at our workshops in Hollymoor, Stafford & Erdington
Applicants must have experience of working / participating within a team along with working in a vehicle maintenance environment as well as having a minimum of 3 GCSEs at grade C or above including Maths & English (or equivalent)
If this position involves a regulated activity it will require an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check. The disclosure will, where appropriate to the role, include information against the Independent Safeguarding Authority barred lists for working with children, adults or both
Where a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is required for the post, all applicants are required to cover the cost of the check. The cost of £42.50 for an enhanced check is payable to our online provider at the time that the DBS application is submitted. Upon receipt of your DBS you will then be required to sign up to the DBS online update service.
About us
We do endeavour to respond to all candidates on an individual basis. Therefore we do ask for your co-operation and patience whilst the short listing process takes place. After the closing date please ensure you check your emails (including junk mail) regularly as contact is usually made via this method.
We are proud to offer flexible working options to support our colleagues to have a greater choice in when, where and how they work. During your interview we will explore this with you and discuss your individual needs and how this could be facilitated for this role to benefit patient experience, service delivery and the work-life balance of colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To achieve Apprenticeship Standard- Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle)
Attend all of the training sessions for the programme as necessary
Undertake any other required development work
To maintain a professional and effective working relationship with colleagues, operational staff and customers.
To apply competencies learned at college back in the workplace under appropriate supervision
To comply with safe working practices.
To receive visitors to the department in a professional, friendly manner while actively maintaining the security of the area.
To communicate effectively in a clear concise and professional manner.
To act as an ambassador for the department and promote services.
To undertake statutory training as required in accordance with Health and Safety Regulations.
In conjunction with other colleagues, ensure that security in the work environment is maintained, by locking doors and windows; challenging unknown persons who enter the working area and by wearing the Trust's identity badge at all times whilst at work.
Any other duties as deemed appropriate by senior staff.
The Trust aims to maintain the goodwill and confidence of its staff, service users and the general public. To assist in achieving this objective it is essential at all time for apprentices to carry out their duties in a courteous, confidential and sympathetic manger.
All duties and responsibilities must be undertaken, at all times, in compliance with the Trust's Policies and Procedures.
This is not intended to be a complete list of duties and responsibilities; it is subject to change in line with developments within the Division/Trust and may be amended at any time to meet the, needs of the service
Job description
Job responsibilities
To achieve Apprenticeship Standard- Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle)
Attend all of the training sessions for the programme as necessary
Undertake any other required development work
To maintain a professional and effective working relationship with colleagues, operational staff and customers.
To apply competencies learned at college back in the workplace under appropriate supervision
To comply with safe working practices.
To receive visitors to the department in a professional, friendly manner while actively maintaining the security of the area.
To communicate effectively in a clear concise and professional manner.
To act as an ambassador for the department and promote services.
To undertake statutory training as required in accordance with Health and Safety Regulations.
In conjunction with other colleagues, ensure that security in the work environment is maintained, by locking doors and windows; challenging unknown persons who enter the working area and by wearing the Trust's identity badge at all times whilst at work.
Any other duties as deemed appropriate by senior staff.
The Trust aims to maintain the goodwill and confidence of its staff, service users and the general public. To assist in achieving this objective it is essential at all time for apprentices to carry out their duties in a courteous, confidential and sympathetic manger.
All duties and responsibilities must be undertaken, at all times, in compliance with the Trust's Policies and Procedures.
This is not intended to be a complete list of duties and responsibilities; it is subject to change in line with developments within the Division/Trust and may be amended at any time to meet the, needs of the service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of 3 GCSE (or equivalent) grade C or above including Maths and English
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working/participating within a team
- Experience of working in a vehicle maintenance environment
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good understanding of vehicles in general
- A desire/interest to work in the vehicle maintenance field
- Commitment to self-development and achievement of apprenticeship
Desirable
- Please state the Workshop location you are interested in (Hollymoor, B31 5HE / Stafford, ST16 3HS / Erdington, B24 0QY
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of 3 GCSE (or equivalent) grade C or above including Maths and English
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working/participating within a team
- Experience of working in a vehicle maintenance environment
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good understanding of vehicles in general
- A desire/interest to work in the vehicle maintenance field
- Commitment to self-development and achievement of apprenticeship
Desirable
- Please state the Workshop location you are interested in (Hollymoor, B31 5HE / Stafford, ST16 3HS / Erdington, B24 0QY
