Are you willing to train to be a skilled Vehicle Technician?
An opportunity has arisen within our Transport Section for a Trainee Vehicle Technician, based at our Rotherham Workshops.
Vehicle Technician – Trainee
Location: Rotherham Workshops, rear of Rotherham Fire Station, Eastwood Trading Estate, Fitzwilliam Road, Rotherham, S65 1ST
Salary: Grade 5 (£27,711 – £30,060) rising to Grade 7 (£35,235 - £37,938) after approximately 3 years
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time - 37 Hours per week
Work Pattern: Monday – Thursday 0730 to 1530, Friday 0730 to 1500
The overall purpose of the role will be to be a part of our vehicle and equipment repair workshop where you will increase your knowledge and experience with a view to become a Vehicle Technician after obtaining the necessary knowledge and experience.
To be considered for this role you will have; -
* Some experience in the repairs, maintenance and servicing of both light and large vehicles to the VOSA standard.
* Develop your skills in the repair and maintenance of pneumatic, hydraulic and vehicle electrical/electronic systems.
* Some knowledge of road transport legislation for class 4, 5, 7 and LGV vehicles, coupled with some understanding of current road vehicle maintenance standards.
* Working towards developing your prowess in vehicle diagnostic and repair techniques.
You must possess; -
* A recognised qualification in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair level three or equivalent.
* Possess an LGV Driving License – Class “C” minimum
* Ability to work independently or seamlessly within a dynamic team
What’s in it for you; -
* A career in an Emergency Service environment
* Pride working for a 999 service with a passion for helping others and a drive for excellence
* Excellent benefits, including great holidays, free gym access and blue light discounts
Closing date for applications is 23:59 hours on 12 March 2025.
Interviews will be held week commencing 24 March 2025.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
New starters will commence on the bottom of the salary grade and will receive increases to the top of the grade on an incremental basis. We offer 28 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays. Annual leave increases after 5 years’ service to 32 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 37 days. We also operate a generous flexi time attendance scheme.
Most of our corporate roles offer flexi time and agile working, meaning people can vary their hours to suit their commitments outside of work as agreed with their line manager. Flexi time can be accrued with a potential of up to 13 days to be taken within a year.
All eligible corporate staff are auto enrolled onto the Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions ranging from 5.5% to 12.5%. It is a defined benefit pension scheme that means pensions are based on salary and the length of paying into the scheme. Further information on the scheme, and additional benefits, can be found on the LGPS website.
Other benefits include (but not limited to) – enhanced sick pay, access to free on-site gyms, a cycle 2 work scheme, access to emergency services discounts across a wide variety of popular companies, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the TransaveUK credit union.
We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We warmly welcome applications from individuals who identify with underrepresented groups within our workforce, including individuals from Minority Ethnic backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (LGBT+), and individuals with disabilities. In addition, we will look to support anyone who requires Part Time/Job share working hours. We believe that a diverse workforce leads to innovation, creativity, and better decision-making, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration.
Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and a minimum of a standard level Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which includes current and spent criminal records information. Enhanced checks with barred lists will be carried out for roles that undertake ‘regulated activity’ which is a term related to working with children or vulnerable adults.
South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. All staff are expected to share this commitment.
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