Master Vehicle Technician

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Job overview

EEAST has a new opportunity to experienced vehicle technicians to work with our Fleet service.

As a Master Vehicle Technician, you will lead the maintenance and repair operations for our fleet of ambulances and emergency response vehicles.

support our critical emergency medical response services.

Main duties of the job

• To cover certain aspects of managing the workshop in the absence of the Workshop Manager as directed by the Workshop manager, including workshop loading, and Job Card quality checks, Warranty procedures.
• Lead and supervise a team of vehicle technicians, providing guidance, mentoring, and technical expertise to ensure efficient and effective maintenance and repair operations.
• Conduct advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting on ambulance and emergency response vehicles, utilising specialised equipment and software to identify and rectify complex mechanical and electrical faults.
• Plan and prioritise maintenance schedules and repair tasks, coordinating with fleet management and operational personnel to minimise downtime and maintain service readiness.
• Perform in-depth mechanical, electrical, and electronic repairs, including engine and transmission overhauls, brake system repairs, and component replacements, ensuring compliance with manufacturer specifications and health and safety regulations.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs and procedures to prolong the lifespan of fleet vehicles and optimise operational efficiency.

Working for our organisation

At EEAST we bring together all our skills to provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.

We are always looking to innovate our approaches and work together to offer the best possible patient care across our counties.

We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.

We at EEAST want to support our employees achieve a balance between work and other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, family commitments, further learning, and other interests. We therefore welcome flexible working requests.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.

Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.

Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)

Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.

Person specification

Qualifications

• IMI Level 4 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or equivalent plus extensive experience.
• Knowledge of procedures for Mechanical / Electrical maintenance and repair to BTEC/HNC or City and Guilds plus relevant training or equivalent.
• Driving license with C1/D1 categories courses, significant experience of driving vehicles larger than a family saloon car.

Skills & Knowledge

• Extensive, specialist knowledge and experience of safety practices and techniques in motor vehicle repair.
• Advanced technical knowledge and expertise in diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical and electrical systems.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with experience supervising and mentoring a team of technicians to achieve operational objectives and maintain high standards of performance.
• Effective use of IT skills.

Experience

• Significant experience working as a vehicle technician, with a focus on diagnosing and repairing a diverse range of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Previous experience in a business vehicle maintenance environment.
• Extensive experience in vehicle mechanical engineering.
• Hands on experience in current methodologies of mechanical maintenance.
• Experience using diagnostic equipment and tools specific to automotive systems, demonstrating the ability to interpret diagnostic data and perform accurate troubleshooting.

• Experience of working within a busy NHS maintenance environment.

EEAST Values

• Evidence that personal behaviour reflects Trust Values (Care, Quality, Teamwork, honesty & Respect)

References and Employment History: All references from current and previous employers, will be sought via their Human Resources Department and must cover a minimum of 3 years employment. Therefore, when completing the reference section of your application form, please give the address, telephone number and email address of the Human Resources Department and indicate your current/previous line manager and their departmental details.

All appointments will be subject to currently having a clean disciplinary record.

Please be advised that a No Smoking Policy is in operation throughout the Trust.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme - Under the Trust's commitment 'Positive about Disabled People', if you consider yourself as having a disability and you meet the minimum selection criteria for any post, you will get an automatic interview. By minimum selection criteria we mean that you must provide us with evidence in your application form which demonstrates the essential requirements as set out in the person specification and advertisement for a post.

We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications, regardless of age, race, religion & belief, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity or disability.

If you have a disability and wish to send in an alternative format of the application form please contact the Recruitment Team on 01234 243200

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The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date if a large number of applications are received. If you would like to apply for this position then please keep this information in mind when preparing your submission.

Please note that if you have not had a response from us after one month of submitting your application, you have not been shortlisted for interview.