Job summary
- Main area
- Area Technician-Mechanic
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- 37.5 hours per week (Full Time)
- Job ref
- 020-EA004-0525
- Employer
- Welsh Ambulance Service University NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Merthyr Tydfil Workshop
- Town
- Merthyr Tydfil
- Salary
- £30,420 - £37,030 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 27/05/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Area Technician/Mechanic
Band 5
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close a vacancy prior to the closing date if a high number of applications have been received. If you are successful and short listed for interview you will be contacted by email using the address with which you registered. Therefore, please ensure you check your email account regularly
All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English
Gwahoddir ymgeiswyr i wneud cais yn Gymraeg, ni fydd unrhyw gais a gyflwynir drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn cael ei drin yn llai ffafriol na cheisiadau a wneir yn y Saesneg’
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Please be advised that there is a temporary top up for Bands 2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the top up to the living wage of £12.60 per hour - £24,638 per annum.
This temporary top up will be in place until the annual pay uplift for 2025/26 is confirmed
Job overview
The post holder is primarily employed to provide emergency repairs and routine maintenance of the NHS Trust's fleet of over 700 emergency and non-emergency vehicles.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
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. This work is normally undertaken in the Trust Workshops but may be carried out at Trust stations or roadside locations, as the need arises.
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 Manger, make necessary arrangements and order parts where deputising for the Workshop Manager and is accountable to senior Managers in the Fleet department.
Working for our organisation
#RemarkablePeople
Our workforce is made up of over 4,000 remarkable people who contribute to the delivery of world-class patient care across Wales, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Whether you work in a patient-facing role or within our range of support services, the work that you do enables us to provide high quality care, wherever and whenever we’re needed.
The Trust recognises the need for its workforce to represent the diversity of the population it serves across the whole of Wales and seeks to create an environment where diversity is celebrated and inclusivity matters. We are also keen to break down any barriers into the Trust, and would encourage applications from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ communities and disability groups.
Careers within the Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust are diverse and varied, with opportunities arising right across the service. Whatever your skills and background, you’re sure to find a career with us which is fulfilling, challenging, and rewarding.
In line with the Trust’s Starting Salary Procedure, all applicants will start at the bottom of the band for the position applied for, but can apply for a higher salary if they have previous experience relevant to the position.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- NVQ Level 3 in automotive studies achieved through modern apprenticeship/time served qualified equivalent or equivalent qualifications that evidence similar level of professional knowledge
Desirable criteria
- Professional knowledge acquired through HNC level plus specialist knowledge or equivalent level of knowledge acquired through courses and experience which entail the following in depth training: Substantial experience, vehicle defects, ongoing training vehicle diagnostic courses, MOT tester qualification class 4 & 7
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Sound knowledge of current Risk/Health & Safety requirements in the workshop
- In-depth knowledge of service, maintenance and repair of a broad range of motor vehicles, including manufacturers standards & requirements
- Auto-electrical diagnostics and repair processes
- Specialist knowledge across a wide range of practices and procedures in relation to vehicle chassis and vehicle body manufacturers (including engines, brakes, suspension and electrics)
- Competent in modern IT systems
Desirable criteria
- Detailed knowledge of Fleet workshop Policies, Procedures and Practices
- Good knowledge of operational structures, processes and activities within the region
- Knowledge of financial and administrative procedures, including stock control, standing order arrangements, ordering of supplies and payroll processes
- Detailed knowledge of relevant vehicle specifications and specialist equipment
- Welding and fabrication techniques and procedures
- MOT tester
Experience
Essential criteria
- Considerable experience of service, maintenance and repair of a broad range of vehicles in a busy environment working to required timescales and standards
- Full use of up-to-date servicing and diagnostic electronic equipment
Abilities and Skills
Essential criteria
- Good physical co-ordination and manual dexterity
- Satisfactory written and verbal communication skills, able to convey information and complete all necessary documentation accurately
Desirable criteria
- Ability to speak Welsh
General
Essential criteria
- Full driving licence with a maximum of 3 points
Desirable criteria
- C1 category
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Gavin Lane
- Job title
- South and East Regional Fleet Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01633471539
- Additional information
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