MCS Group is currently working in partnership with a leading public sector organisation to recruit a Mechanical Engineering Technician on a long term temporary contract (6 months with the view to extension).
Excellent hourly rate - £19.11 ph + benefits.
The Role: Carry out maintenance, fault diagnosis, repair, and modification of emergency response vehicles and specialist equipment to legislative and best practice standards, including MOT inspections, bodywork, hydraulics, electrics, and welding.
Provide out-of-hours engineering support through an on-call rota, making autonomous decisions on vehicle and equipment repairs, and performing emergency roadside or incident scene repairs, often in adverse conditions.
Utilise engineering tools and computer diagnostics to fabricate parts, test and repair electronic systems, perform PAT testing, and maintain onboard electrical systems (110v and 240v).
Maintain accurate records via the Management Information System (MIS), including MOT inspections, asset tagging, repair data, and estimates for uneconomical repairs.
Manage stock, tools, and parts inventory including audits, security, issuing, and restocking, while liaising with Supplies for parts identification and procurement.
Provide training, supervision, and support to apprentices and operational firefighters, while ensuring all engineering accreditations and training are up to date across all specialist areas.
Support governance and service improvement by maintaining legal compliance, contributing to investigations, liaising with manufacturers, promoting organisation policies, and delivering high standards of customer service.
The Person: Posses a certified level 3 trade qualification in the NQF in Vehicle Repair and Maintenance.
Experience post-apprenticeship in working with heavy vehicles.
Experience working with plant mechanics and light vehicle repair.
Competency in MIS systems.
Possess a current UK C drivers license.
To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Zachery Downes, specialist recruitment consultant at MCS Group.
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