Vehicle Mechanic

Job Description

Vehicle MechanicRoyal Electrical and Mechanical EngineersNationwideFull-timeLife as an Army Mechanic offers much more than your average mechanic job. As one of our Vehicle Mechanics, youll be keeping the lifeline of our operations in good working order, wherever you are in the world, whatever the conditions. The impact your workhas wont stop at the end of the daythanks to your careful maintenance, our vehicles can go out there to protect communities and keep nations safe. From tanks to quad bikes, HGVs to Land Rovers, barracks to battlefield, youll be repairing some of theworlds most iconic and advanced military vehicles. As you work, live and train with your squad, youll enjoy friendships, experiences and opportunities like nothing else.No matter your experience, background or skills, we need your drive and passion to keep our fleets intact. With first-class training and civilian-recognised qualifications, well turn you into an expert mechanic and help you realise your full potential.If youre ready and willing, we want to hear from you.WORLD-CLASS TRAININGJoin us and youll start by learning the soldiering skills common to every member of the British Army, like outdoor survival and the safe handling of weapons. After this, youll head to Ministry of Defence Lyneham. Here, youll learn all the skills you needto be a mechanichow to fix vehicles, carry out maintenance, repairs and inspections on tanks, trucks and quads. Youll also get your car and HGV driving licences.GAIN QUALIFICATIONSThe Army can help you gain a range of qualifications. These could include:

• Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering Maintenance
• Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Engineering
• Qualifications at different levels, in Leadership and Management
• Car and HGV licences and opportunities for tracked vehicle and plant licences

SHOW PEOPLE WHAT YOURE CAPABLE OFWell be behind you every step of the way as you move up the ranks. Right from the start of your training, youll get the support and encouragement you need to make a success of your career. Work hard and you could get promoted, which will mean more responsibilityand extra pay.Become a Vehicle Mechanic and youll:- Earn a starting salary of around £15,985 during Basic Training which will rise to £20,400 after completing 26 weeks training or after completing your Initial Trade Training, if less than 26 weeks- Receive subsidised accommodation and facilities, increasing your disposable income- Receive free medical and dental health cover- Have the continuous access promotional opportunity and to continually progress your career- Be sponsored to earn valuable civilian-recognised qualifications- Take part in Adventurous Training and be able to play your favourite sports.BELONG TO SOMETHING THAT MATTERSYou should be:

• Regular Army age: 16.635.6 years
• Army Reserve age: 17.9 - 49.11 years

Qualifications youll need:

• GCSE Grade AD/9-3 in at least English Language, Maths and Science

Fitness requirements:

• Mid-thigh pull of 94kg
• Medicine ball throw of 3.1m
• 2km run in 11min 15 sec (11 min 30 sec for Junior Entry)

Interests youll have:

• Mechanics
• Outdoor activities
• Helping people
• Travel
• Driving

Our next deadline for application is 30th September 2022, with further opportunities ongoing throughout the year.FIND WHERE YOU BELONGNationwideFull-timeLife as an Army Mechanic offers much more than your average mechanic job. As one of our Vehicle Mechanics, youll be keeping the lifeline of our operations in good working order, wherever you are in the world, whatever the conditions. The impact your workhas wont stop at the end of the daythanks to your careful maintenance, our vehicles can go out there to protect communities and keep nations safe. From tanks to quad bikes, HGVs to Land Rovers, barracks to battlefield, youll be repairing some of theworlds most iconic and advanced military vehicles. As you work, live and train with your squad, youll enjoy friendships, experiences and opportunities like nothing else.No matter your experience, background or skills, we need your drive and passion to keep our fleets intact. With first-class training and civilian-recognised qualifications, well turn you into an expert mechanic and help you realise your full potential.If youre ready and willing, we want to hear from you.WORLD-CLASS TRAININGJoin us and youll start by learning the soldiering skills common to every member of the British Army, like outdoor survival and the safe handling of weapons. After this, youll head to Ministry of Defence Lyneham. Here, youll learn all the skills you needto be a mechanichow to fix vehicles, carry out maintenance, repairs and inspections on tanks, trucks and quads. Youll also get your car and HGV driving licences.GAIN QUALIFICATIONSThe Army can help you gain a range of qualifications. These could include:

• Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering Maintenance
• Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Engineering
• Qualifications at different levels, in Leadership and Management
• Car and HGV licences and opportunities for tracked vehicle and plant licences

SHOW PEOPLE WHAT YOURE CAPABLE OFWell be behind you every step of the way as you move up the ranks. Right from the start of your training, youll get the support and encouragement you need to make a success of your career. Work hard and you could get promoted, which will mean more responsibilityand extra pay.Become a Vehicle Mechanic and youll:- Earn a starting salary of around £15,985 during Basic Training which will rise to £20,400 after completing 26 weeks training or after completing your Initial Trade Training, if less than 26 weeks- Receive subsidised accommodation and facilities, increasing your disposable income - Receive free medical and dental health cover