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Area Technician/Mechanic

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Engineering
    Healthcare

Requirements

  • The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
  • The post holder is required to carry out efficiently and to the required manufacturers and Trust standards, the servicing, repair and maintenance of a range of vehicles from various vehicle manufacturers.
  • In addition, the post holder will undertake maintenance and repair on vehicles and various items of specialised equipment as per accreditation, carrying out welding (arc/mig/gas) and fabricating work and reproduce/fabricate, construct the part that is no longer available as required and where appropriate, seek advice on the specification of the part to be produced to ensure that it is fit for purpose and meets Health & Safety requirements.
  • The post holder will be required to conduct Class 4 and Class 7 MOT's.
  • The position will also require general maintenance of workshop equipment, tools and awareness of Health & Safety.
  • The post holder is responsible to the Workshop Managers for day to day work allocation and supervision but able to make own decisions in the absence of the Workshop Manager, make necessary arrangements and order parts where deputising for the Workshop Manager and is accountable to senior Managers in the Fleet department.

Responsibilities

  • - Provide emergency repairs and routine maintenance of the NHS Trust's fleet of over 700 emergency and non-emergency vehicles.
  • - Carry out efficiently and to the required manufacturers and Trust standards, the servicing, repair and maintenance of a range of vehicles from various vehicle manufacturers.
  • - Undertake maintenance and repair on vehicles and various items of specialised equipment as per accreditation.
  • - Carry out welding (arc/mig/gas) and fabricating work and reproduce/fabricate, construct the part that is no longer available as required.
  • - Seek advice on the specification of the part to be produced to ensure that it is fit for purpose and meets Health & Safety requirements.
  • - Conduct Class 4 and Class 7 MOT's.
  • - General maintenance of workshop equipment and tools.
  • - Awareness of Health & Safety.
  • - Responsible to the Workshop Managers for day to day work allocation and supervision.
  • - Make own decisions in the absence of the Workshop Manager.
  • - Make necessary arrangements and order parts where deputising for the Workshop Manager.
  • - Accountable to senior Managers in the Fleet department.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the Area Technician/Mechanic?

The main responsibilities include providing emergency repairs and routine maintenance for the NHS Trust's fleet of emergency and non-emergency vehicles, conducting MOTs, and performing maintenance and repair on various specialized equipment.

Is the ability to speak Welsh a requirement for this position?

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable, but English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply for the position.

Where will the work primarily take place?

The work is primarily undertaken in the Trust Workshops but may also occur at Trust stations or roadside locations as the need arises.

Will I be required to conduct MOTs?

Yes, the post holder is required to conduct Class 4 and Class 7 MOTs as part of their duties.

Is experience with welding required for this job?

Yes, the post holder will be expected to carry out welding (arc/mig/gas) and fabrication work.

To whom does the post holder report?

The post holder is responsible to the Workshop Managers for day-to-day work allocation and supervision but is also accountable to senior Managers in the Fleet department.

Are applications from diverse groups encouraged?

Yes, the Trust seeks to create an environment where diversity is celebrated and inclusivity matters, and encourages applications from under-represented groups, including those from BME communities and disability groups.

Can I submit my application in Welsh?

Yes, applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favorably than one made in English.

Who can I contact for further information about the job?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Gavin Lane, the South and East Regional Fleet Manager, via email at gavin.lane@wales.nhs.uk or by telephone at 01633471539.

When should I submit my application?

Applicants are advised to apply early as the Trust reserves the right to close a vacancy prior to the closing date if a high number of applications have been received.

Serving the population of Wales, providing emergency responses, pre-hospital and non-emergency patient transport.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1998
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust provides emergency medical services across Wales, including ambulance, patient transport, and emergency care. Their ultimate mission is to deliver high-quality, responsive, and compassionate care to patients in need of urgent medical attention. Their purpose is to ensure timely and effective medical assistance, improving patient outcomes and enhancing the overall health and safety of the Welsh community.