Job responsibilities
To provide high standard vehicle
servicing and repairs to vehicles, specialist ambulance equipment, both owned
& leased, operated by the Trust. Ensuring that all repairs meet trust
policy. Pre inspect vehicles for M.O.T
and rectify any defects. Carry out minor accident repairs. All work to be
completed within a timely and cost effective manner.
Plan and prioritise daily workloads, to
ensure maximum vehicle availability. Carry out scheduled and unplanned
maintenance (due to vehicle breakdowns and defects). Working alone or as part
of a team to meet time pressure deadlines.
Emergency Vehicle Engineers are expected
to communicate the necessary required parts for completion of a cost effective
and prompt repair. Communication, via the line manager, stores persons or
external parts suppliers. Authorised to approve and raise purchase orders up to
£350.00p. Responsible for the re-ordering of spares, stock and the upkeep of
stock records using the Fleet Department Fleetwave computer software system.
To accept delivery of any parts and sign
for invoices and delivery in the event that there is no Line Manager or Parts
Personnel on site to sign for the goods.
Regularly update and complete all
necessary documentation relating to each job carried out. Accurately producing
vehicle records of maintenance on the fleet management system. Producing job
cards, entering hours worked, parts used and closing job cards in accordance
with workshop procedures. This work is completed primarily using Fleetwave on desktop
or Ipad trust devices.
Effective communication to maintain
professional, effective working relationships with colleagues, all trust staff
and external agencies. Ability to communicate technical terminology to both
skilled and non-skilled persons. The role requires negotiation and persuasive
skills in order to provide guidance to Ambulance personnel who may be carrying
out daily vehicle checks or have questions relating to vehicle defects and
safety.
Maintain a high level of communication with
warranty companies, externally contracted garages and body shops abiding by the
Trusts policies, using email, telephone or face to face interactions.
Responsible for maintaining compliance
of safe working practices within the workshop environment. Including Health and
Safety, Fire Regulations, COSHH and current EV regulations. Reporting any
concerns, near misses and breaches of regulations to the Area Workshop Manager,
Chargehand or the trusts Incident Reporting system. Ensure correct disposal of
environmentally hazardous waste, in line with current legislation. Risk of
exposure to chemicals, fumes and other particles, and working in confined
spaces.
Must be able to diagnose and assess a
range of different vehicles with varying degrees of complexity due to design. The
role requires the use of specialist electronic diagnostic equipment and
diagnostic software used frequently to identify complex faults within
specialist ambulance vehicles and equipment.
The job is often mentally demanding due
to technical problem solving and requires a high degree of concentration to
undertake proficient repairs. Due to the complexity of modern vehicle systems
and associated complex technical data, along with the integration of specialist
vehicle equipment.
A high level of dexterity and accuracy
will be required to diagnose and repair systems using specialist tools, with
the addition of, at times, confined access. Precision work may include use of
soldering irons, fine screw drivers, multimeters and borescopes.
Use professional knowledge and judgement
to fault diagnose and recommend the most appropriate outcome. The ability to
work without supervision and make decisions regarding vehicles or equipment is
essential. Engineers will autonomously remove defective vehicles and equipment,
rectify faults and return them to operational service.
Recognise that recurring faults on
vehicles need to be highlighted and linked with research and development
initiatives collated by the fleet support engineer.
Undertake bespoke fabrication work to
specialist vehicles, parts and equipment that is no longer available and their associated
fittings. With the use of welding and various chemical and mechanical
processes. Undertake modifications to vehicles and ambulance specialist
equipment as and when required.
Must be fully conversant with the
operation and use of the following equipment and machinery, includes:
MIG Welder, Cutting and Grinding
Equipment, Tyre Machine and Balancer, Four and Two Poster Lifts, Vehicle Parts
Press, Non-flame Induction Heating Torch, Air Conditioning, Axle Stands,
Pneumatic and Electric Tools and Electrical Diagnostic Equipment and Computer
Systems.
Service and repair of internal
coachwork, such as equipment storage, cupboards, vehicle doors, fixings and
trims, handles, runners, steps, specialised seating, hydraulic gas struts,
saloon water leaks and high voltage strobe lights. Repair of ambulance
electrical systems: specialist power management systems and power supplies to
various specialist ambulance equipment
Service and repair of specialist ambulance
equipment. These include: Stretchers, carry chairs, scoops, auxiliary heaters,
air con systems, air/hydraulic suspension units.
Manual handling requirements allow for the
manoeuvre and lifting of heavy and large vehicle parts, which are often heavier
than 15kg without the use of specialist equipment, whilst working within manual
handling safety procedures.
Undertake the fitting and inspection of
tyres in line with the Trusts Policy. Knowledge of TPMS (Tyre Pressure
Monitoring System) for service, inspection and programming.
Where instructed, undertake appropriate
commission or decommission of vehicles for operational use. Fitting or removal
of livery, internal equipment, light bars and ancillary components.
Demonstration of a high level of auto electrical awareness and related
technical ability is required.
Arrange appointments and pre-inspect
vehicles for DVSA testing, as per the
Ministry of Transport Testers manual. Collect and deliver vehicles to the MOT
testing stations as well as other independent garages and alternate Ambulance
Hubs, when required.
Travel to and work from workshops within
the WMAS area, for relief/cover, as & when required. Responsible for
visiting all Trust sites on a daily basis, as directed by the chargehand/Area
Workshop Manager, for the purpose of rectifying any vehicle faults.
Attend the scene of vehicle breakdowns
to undertake repairs and enable the return of vehicles to workshops. This may
include attending motorways and rural settings, working in all weather
conditions.
Will take responsibility for the
allocated repair of vehicles to a recognised technical standard and approve their
roadworthy condition, post repair, by road testing.
All individuals have a responsibility,
under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and subsequently published
regulations, to ensure that the Trusts health and safety policies and
procedures are complied with to maintain a safe working environment for
visitors and employees. All staff have a duty to protect their own health and
safety and that of other persons who may be affected by their acts or
omissions. To report any building or equipment defects using the Trusts
reporting mechanism.
The Post-holder will be required to
attend training courses, either externally or internally to continue their
professional development and competency within a specialist field. The service
also offers staff the opportunity of personal development plans, within the
knowledge and skills framework of the NHS.
The post-holder is required to have
specialist knowledge across a wide range of practices and procedures in
relation to vehicle engine and vehicle body manufacturers, including engine,
brakes, suspension, electrics, blue, lights, sirens, dispatch, heaters,
communications, and control units.
Will be required to impart knowledge and
provide assistance to enable the development of other employees when required.
Provide peer to peer training within the department following short courses, where
a train the trainer approach has been taken.
Supervision of Fleet Apprentices, Contractors
and new Fleet Department Employees. Overseeing their work and providing advice
and guidance on a day to day basis.
Provide training and mentorship to Fleet
Apprentices in all aspects of practical and technical competencies. The ability
to pass on knowledge and experience to support their development to a
recognised educational standard within the automotive industry.
Be flexible within working hours,
covering weekend working.
The post holder may be asked, where appropriate to stand
in for the Charge Hand on a short term basis for annual leave or sickness
cover. This would include having to take on a range of tasks designated around
vehicle repair prioritisation and allocated throughput
