Fitter (Vehicle Mechanic)

Aspire Defence Services Limited
Warminster
1 week ago
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Join Our Team as a FITTER (VEHICLE MECHANIC) at Aspire Defence Service Limited (ADSL)

  • Salary: £32,100 per annum, all tools, workwear, uniform, PPE provided, etc


  • Hours: 37 hours per week, with a 1 pm finish Fridays, no weekends


  • Location: Warminster



Are you ready to join a dynamic team where innovation thrives? Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL) is seeking a passionate and results-driven FITTER (VEHICLE MECHANIC) to be part of our exciting journey.


What We Offer:

  • Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell holiday


  • Pension Plan: Contributory Company Pension Plan matched up to 6%


  • Insurance: Individual life assurance and personal accident cover


  • Employee Benefits Portal: Access to private medical, private dental, discounted gym membership, and discounted shopping at over 100 brands and outlets


  • Reward and Recognition: Celebrate outstanding achievements


  • Employee Assistance Program: Funded program with onsite mental health first aiders



Your Role:

  • Responsible for: Provision of Transport Services Equipment Support (ES) and Equipment Care (EC) delivery of service, 1st line throughout.


  • Ensuring adherence to Business and agreed Customer quality standards, procedures, contract performance indicators (PI’s) and Internal / External audit standards.


  • Inspection, fault diagnosis, repair, maintenance and modification to all vehicles and miscellaneous equipment’s maintained by the business in accordance with all relevant standards (Business, DVSA and Customer). Completion of all associated ES documentation (including JAMES MIS where applicable).


  • Adherence and compliance with all associated standards, business and corporate policies, legislation and procedures.


  • Provide aid / cover to other ADSL contract sites, along with offsite equipment support to ADSL Transport Services contract.


  • Carry out other duties as required in direct support of the contract as directed by Line Manager and Business Management.



What We’re Looking For:

  • Qualifications: Formal Vehicle Engineering Qualification – City & Guilds 1, 2 & 3 (or BTEC/IMI/NVQ equivalent). Along with Health & Safety Qualification: IOSH Working Safely.


  • Experience: Experience and understanding of a military vehicle workshop and associated services. With experience / competence of working on Military “B” vehicle fleet (including HGV, Class IV, and Trailers). To have a good understanding and be IT literate (Vehicle diagnostics).


  • Skills: Able to develop effective and supportive relationships with efficient communication with colleagues and peers. Embrace change and innovation in driving the change forward. Ability to understand and interpret technical literature and schematics and provide guidance to peers.


  • Driving Licence: Full UK valid driving licence required (Cat B+E minimal, Cat C desirable).


  • MoD Security: MoD clearance will be required for this role.



Additional Information:

  • Our garrisons are tobacco-free working environments.


  • Security clearance is required prior to starting with us.


  • We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against protected characteristics. All candidates will be given equal consideration through our established procedures.


  • Please note, this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.



Ready to Join Us?

If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, apply now and be part of our dedicated team supporting the armed forces across Hampshire and Wiltshire.


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