Vehicle Mechanic
Location: Sennybridge, Powys, LD3 8PN, United Kingdom
Onsite. Full time / Permanent. Role ID: SF70280
Compensation up to £32,760, dependent on experience, plus benefits.
Build a Career That Keeps Britain Safe
As a Vehicle Mechanic at Babcock, you will be part of a skilled team maintaining and repairing a diverse fleet of military vehicles and electrical equipment. This hands‑on role directly supports operational readiness and national defence.
Role Overview
You’ll carry out diagnostics, inspections, servicing and repairs to ensure vehicles and equipment meet the highest standards. Every day presents new challenges and opportunities to grow your skills and contribute to meaningful work.
Day‑to‑day responsibilities
- Diagnose and inspect vehicles and mechanical or electrical equipment.
- Ensure correct use of stores and equipment, returning unused or faulty items.
- Create job cards and request materials using ERP systems (SAP).
- Complete documentation, test certificates and reports to current standards.
- Work to customer specifications, regulations and technical publications.
Successful candidates must pass a targeted medical questionnaire and/or medical examination. The role involves manual work, lifting, bending, use of tools or standing for extended periods. Working hours Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week.
Essential Experience
- Previous experience in a similar role.
- Experience in a dealership or local garage setting.
- Strong team player with adaptability and rapport‑building skills.
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 in Service and Repair.
Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) clearance.
Benefits
- Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance.
- Access to a digital GP, annual health check and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+.
- Employee share scheme.
- Employee shopping savings portal.
- Payment of professional fees.
- 10 days special paid leave for reservists in the armed forces.
- Holiday trading to buy or sell up to one working week of annual leave.
- ‘Be Kind Day’ paid leave for volunteering work.
- Development opportunities and employee assistance programme.
