Berepper, South West England, TR12 7RH Job Summary Are you looking for a new challenge? The SMEO department provides engineering support to RNAS Culdrose and associated ships. As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll be working on numerous vehicles such as Wolf Land Rovers, Aircraft Refuel Tankers, Airfield Sweepers and MAN SVs, along with associated Aircraft Support Equipment (ASE) to keep the Royal Navy flying. Royal Naval Air Station Culdrose delivers the UK’s two highest defence priorities: assuring the nuclear deterrent and protection of the nation’s aircraft carriers. It is an operational Air Station. RNAS Culdrose has a workforce of more than 3000 personnel that are all directly or indirectly involved in generating or supporting the Naval Air Squadrons and their personnel. As a civilian working with Naval and contracted personnel, you’ll be involved in a diverse range of tasking with dynamic goals. This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. Requests to work flexibly and/or part time will be considered, taking into account business needs. Job Description As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for a range of exciting duties including: To carry out HGV Mandatory Equipment Inspections (MEI) and Mandatory Safety Inspections (MSI) IAW (In Accordance With) Equipment Standards Regulatory Schedule (ESRS) and relevant Standards Inspection Manuals (SIM’s) and Army Equipment Support Publication (AESP) completing all legal and MOD paperwork FMT 932 (W1&W2), FMT 933 and FMT934. To carry out Level 2 and when applicable, levels 3 and 4 maintenance on vehicles and their associated equipment in accordance with AESP 522’s and 601,s for supported vehicle platforms, attendance of specific equipment courses may be required to be Suitably Qualified Experienced Person ((SQEP) the highest engineering practices are to be adhered to. Reporting vehicle and equipment defects or deficiencies to the MT Chargehand. Request stores for all necessary vehicle spares and workshop equipment. Following all procedures, ensuring targets and objectives are met, dealing with queries raised by other team members and checking that all necessary materials, tools and equipment are available for the planned work. Carry out all mandatory training courses relevant to the role. Driving and logistics around the establishment. Maintaining a clean and safe working environment. This is an overview of responsibilities and there may be additional tasks attached to the above. Flexibility is essential due to priorities that may arise and the nature of our engineering role within RNAS Culdrose. This role will initially require the successful candidate to undertake a period of on-the-job training, though full support will be provided. This includes online mandatory training and additional Health and Safety training. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for a range of exciting duties including: To carry out HGV Mandatory Equipment Inspections (MEI) and Mandatory Safety Inspections (MSI) IAW (In Accordance With) Equipment Standards Regulatory Schedule (ESRS) and relevant Standards Inspection Manuals (SIM’s) and Army Equipment Support Publication (AESP) completing all legal and MOD paperwork FMT 932 (W1&W2), FMT 933 and FMT934. To carry out Level 2 and when applicable, levels 3 and 4 maintenance on vehicles and their associated equipment in accordance with AESP 522’s and 601,s for supported vehicle platforms, attendance of specific equipment courses may be required to be Suitably Qualified Experienced Person ((SQEP) the highest engineering practices are to be adhered to. Reporting vehicle and equipment defects or deficiencies to the MT Chargehand. Request stores for all necessary vehicle spares and workshop equipment. Following all procedures, ensuring targets and objectives are met, dealing with queries raised by other team members and checking that all necessary materials, tools and equipment are available for the planned work. Carry out all mandatory training courses relevant to the role. Driving and logistics around the establishment. Maintaining a clean and safe working environment. This is an overview of responsibilities and there may be additional tasks attached to the above. Flexibility is essential due to priorities that may arise and the nature of our engineering role within RNAS Culdrose. This role will initially require the successful candidate to undertake a period of on-the-job training, though full support will be provided. This includes online mandatory training and additional Health and Safety training. Person specification We are looking for qualified engineers to join our team of civilian personnel who must be able to work as part of a team and manage their own workload. They must be able to quickly build good working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, both internal and external to the organisation. They will need to be fully qualified City & Guilds (NVQ Level 3) as a minimum in Vehicle Engineering in the Automotive trade and have appropriate experience and qualifications to allow them to work with little or no supervision. Licences Categories B, BE, C, but courses available if successful, Qualifications City and Guilds 1 &2 NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a vehicle engineering discipline. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Making Effective Decisions Working Together Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: We are looking for engineers to join our team of civilian personnel who must be able to work as part of a team and manage their own workload. They must be able to quickly build good working relationships. They will need to be fully qualified. Vehicle Technician Accredited Assessment (VTAA) Certificate in Light Vehicle Mechanics’ Craft Studies - Part II or III Certificate in Mechanical Engineering Craft Studies - Part II or III City & Guilds of London Institute Certificate in Mechanical Engineering Craft Studies - Part II or III Alongside your salary of £25,180, Ministry of Defence contributes £7,294 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. 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The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. 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