Vehicle Technician/Fleet Engineer - Didcot
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Job Summary
South Central Fleet Services Ltd, are looking for Fleet Engineers to join our team at our workshop facility in Didcot maintaining vehicles on behalf of South Central Ambulance Service
Job Summary
South Central Fleet Services Ltd, are looking for Fleet Engineers to join our team at our workshop facility in Didcot maintaining vehicles on behalf of South Central Ambulance Service
This is an exciting time to join our team and to be an integral part of ensuring ambulances are available to support patients. The workshop is open 7 days a week with shifts covering the working hours on a rotation basis
Our fleet engineers perform a vital and challenging role to support the ambulance service. This involves maintaining and repairing specialist vehicles and equipment to the highest standards while ensuring maximum levels of vehicle availability at all times. The role offers a unique opportunity to maintain a diverse range of vehicles and also ancillary equipment for example tail-lifts, stretchers, air lines and advanced electronic components.
Main duties of the job
To carry out maintenance and repairs of ambulances and other vehicles, as specified by SCFS Ltd to the standards required by SCFS.
When required attend the scenes of breakdowns for repairs ensuring safety guidelines are followed.
To prepare new vehicles for service and prepare old vehicles for disposal.
To maintain the upkeep of records relating to the maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment.
To have due regard to the health and safety of yourself and others, reporting any hazards or accidents immediately.
To be aware of and follow security procedures.
To attend training courses relating to the maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment.
To make decisions on vehicle repairs, in the absence of the Fleet Supervisor.
To participate in Duty Mechanic standby rota system.
To fully participate in all income generation, work relevant to the Fleet maintenance operation.
About Us
South Central Fleet Services Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust responsible for the delivery and maintenance of vehicles to the trust.
Details
Date posted
30 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,150.31 to £45,805 a year Per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
DWS_B2425-1
Job locations
Didcot Fleet Workshop
175 Brook Drive, Milton Park,
Didcot
OX11 8RY
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Fleet Engineer Job Description for further details regarding the Main Duties of this role.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Fleet Engineer Job Description for further details regarding the Main Duties of this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* City and Guilds Motor Vehicle Craft studies parts 1, 2 & 3 or Motor Vehicle Technicians qualification or BTEC equivalents.
* Full Driving Licence
Knowledge
Essential
* Relevant workshop experience involving all aspects of vehicle maintenance and repair
Skills
Essential
* Organised and Methodical
* Ability to work on own initiative
* Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
Person Specification
Essential
* Organised and Methodical
* Ability to work on own initiative
* Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
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.
Employer details
Employer name
South Central Fleet Services Ltd
Address
Didcot Fleet Workshop
175 Brook Drive, Milton Park,
Didcot
OX11 8RY
Employer's website
https://www.scas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Central Fleet Services Ltd
Address
Didcot Fleet Workshop
175 Brook Drive, Milton Park,
Didcot
OX11 8RY
Employer's website
https://www.scas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Part-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Vehicle Repair and Maintenance
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