Job summary
An excellent opportunity exists for a qualified Fleet Vehicle Technician based at Gorse Hill workshop. The role involves maintaining a range of vehicles operated by the Trust including ambulances, fast response cars and support vehicles.
Main duties of the job
The job will entail the servicing and mechanical repairs of our double crewed ambulances and fast response vehicles. It is an exciting opportunity to broaden your mechanical experience to work on the specialist equipment on emergency service vehicles.
An appropriate qualification in Motor Vehicle Engineering is essential.
An MOT testers certificate would be an advantage, but a candidate with a keen wiliness to pursue MOT certification would be considered.
A C1 driving licence is essential for this post so a candidate must have C1 category on their licence or commit to obtaining within the 1st year of employment.
The hours of work are 07:00 - 17:00 on a shift rota including weekends and Bank Holidays.
About us
It is an exciting opportunity to join the EMAS Fleet team in supporting the front line services to be able to respond to patient needs in an emergency situation.At Gorse Hill, we are a close supportive team who believes in providing the best possible service. Our fleet team consists of; Fleet Vehicle Technicians, Vehicle parts specialist and 3 experienced Divisional Fleet Managers who are here to lead and support.
We also have a 'Make Ready ' Team, which works alongside the workshop and a vehicle deep clean team. We have 3 experienced fleet drivers and a domestic cleaner. The team are supportive of each other and have an excellent work ethic.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will be expected to service vehicles in accordance with the trust service schedules. Carry out mechanical repairs to the trust vehicles to a high standard. You may be asked to go to other ambulance stations to carry out vehicle repairs.
You will also be trained to service pieces of equipment used on the back of ambulances i.e. stretchers, carry chairs, wheelchairs etc.
You will be required to go on training courses and keep up with mechanical updates.
You will also be required to carry out essential education as per the trusts requirements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will be expected to service vehicles in accordance with the trust service schedules. Carry out mechanical repairs to the trust vehicles to a high standard. You may be asked to go to other ambulance stations to carry out vehicle repairs.
You will also be trained to service pieces of equipment used on the back of ambulances i.e. stretchers, carry chairs, wheelchairs etc.
You will be required to go on training courses and keep up with mechanical updates.
You will also be required to carry out essential education as per the trusts requirements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- City & Guilds/NVQ in Motor Vehicle Engineering or equivalent
- Full Current Driving Licence
Desirable
- C1 Driving Licence
- MOT Tester
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- City & Guilds/NVQ in Motor Vehicle Engineering or equivalent
- Full Current Driving Licence
Desirable
- C1 Driving Licence
- MOT Tester
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
