Job Advertisement:
Vehicle Technician
RAF Croughton
Permanent, Full time, 39 hours per week
Competitive salary plus benefits
Serco have a great opportunity for a Vehicle Technician to join the team at RAF Croughton.
As the Vehicle Technician, you will be responsible for the service and repair of Government Owned Vehicles (GOV). Reporting directly to the Vehicle Management Supervisor, you will be part of a team who provide accident and breakdown cover on a 24/7 basis.
Also in this role, you will be part of the emergency call out roster which is approximately 1 week in 3.
Main responsibilities of the role include:
* Repair and maintain a fleet of 80 Vehicles
* 60% + of the vehicles are U.S Spec and Left hand drive.
* Range of Vehicles:
o HGV 6x4 Tractor
o HGV Trailers
o U.S Spec Fire Trucks
o U.S Spec Police Cars
o U.S Spec 8 Pax Vans
o Various U.K Spec cars
* Repair and maintain a varied range of equipment (including tail lifts, generators etc).
* Ensure that all repairs are carried out in accordance with Air Force Instructions and the Ministry of Transport Regulations.
* Refuel, wash and vacuum vehicle(s) when required.
* Perform driving duties when required by the VM Supervisor or Site Manager.
* Drive vehicles safely and show due consideration to other road users.
* Ensure driving skills maximise fuel efficiency and minimise risk to self, vehicle and other road users.
* Any other contractual duties as required by the VM Supervisor or Site Manager.
What you’ll need to do the role:
* Must have a full clean UK Driving License
* NVQ Level 3 Maintenance Qualification or Equivalent
* Hybrid/Electric vehicle experience desirable
* Hold Drivers Certificate or Professional Competence [CPC] – Desirable
* Mobile Air Conditioning Qualification – Desirable
* Experience in road side recovery + trailer (+E)
* Diagnostic experience
* Tyre changing and balancing
* Forklift license
* Inspect and repair to MOT standards
* Be able to maintain and obtain an appropriate Security Clearance
What we offer:
* Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews
* Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
* Holidays: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
* Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
* Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres
* Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
* ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period
* Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community
* Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.
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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. As a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.
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