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Trainee Vehicle Mechanic, Lvl 2+ {Mod, Defence

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
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2 weeks ago
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Trainee Vehicle Mechanic, Lvl 2+ {MoD, Defence}

Location: Military Location

Salary: £25,700 to £27,500 (DOE) + Salary Reviews + Overtime + 6% Pension + Fully funded training and progression opportunities + much more…

Are you a Vehicle Mechanic or similar with a level 2 qualification or equivalent looking for a new and exciting role working on a range of military vehicles of all shapes and sizes?

Do you want to work for one of the world\'s leading UK Defence companies who offer fully funded training and long-term progression opportunities?

On offer is the exciting opportunity for a Vehicle Mechanic with a level 2 qualification to join one of the world\'s leading defence contractors. Established around 150 years ago, this defence powerhouse had remained at the forefront of innovations and has its name to some of the largest defence projects in the world.

In this role, the successful Military Vehicle Mechanic would be responsible for working on a range of military vehicles or all shapes and sizes. This role will include a lot of servicing, maintenance and repairs to a very high standard and to the strictest of guidelines. The workshop is kept extremely tidy and full equipped with all the tools and equipment you could ever need.

The ideal candidate Military Vehicle Mechanic would have a minimum of an NVQ2 in vehicle mechanics or equivalent, be eager to work on military vehicles and do their bit for the current global crisis.

The Role
  • Be part of a highly skilled team.
  • Working on military vehicles and military equipment.
  • Repair, maintenance, servicing and modifications.
  • Mechanical, electrical and hydraulics.
  • Full training and development opportunities.
  • Further qualifications.
The Person
  • Vehicle Mechanic or similar.
  • Minimum level 2 NVQ or equivalent.
  • British Citizen or able to obtain Security Clearance.
  • Local to site.

Keywords: Vehicle Mechanic, Military Mechanic, Military Technician, Mechanical Fitter, Mechanics, MoD, Defence, Ministry of Defence

If you\'re interested in this role, click \"apply now\" to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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