MPI have a requirement for a full time permanent Vehicle Technician to work on site at Brize Norton, Oxfordshire.

Rate of pay will be discussed on application.

At RAF Brize Norton in Oxfordshire, our client has been providing multi-activity and engineering support since 1997. Our client proudly supports the RAF and MoD, supplying around 20 different services onsite, from engine and aircraft maintenance, to fuelling and ground control services. RAF Brize Norton is the largest operating base within the Royal Air Force, providing air transport and air-to-air refuelling to the RAF fleet, you will contribute enormously to the vital work carried out here. You’ll also be part of the wider team, with 5,800 service personnel, 1,200 contractors and 300 civil servants on site.

The purpose of the role is to work directly alongside RAF colleagues that are responsible for maintenance and rectification of a variety of vehicles and equipment, that supports Brize Norton Airport and Airfield Operations. The list includes but is not limited to: HGV Vehicles, Runway sweepers, aircraft de-icing vehicles, cargo lifting and handling equipment aircraft domestic water and toilet trucks and Land Rovers.

Main Accountabilities:

Ability to integrate into teams

The ability to understand, implement and to adhere to

Technical Work Procedures

Health & Safety Instructions

Company Operating Procedures

Ensure compliance with fire, emergency evacuation, quality, Risk, and COSHH standards and procedures

Maintaining a clear, safe, tidy, effective and efficient working environment

Ensure that the maintenance, paperwork and services delivered are always complete, correct and “right first time”

What you'll need to do the role:

Previous experience in the Vehicle Maintenance or Mechanical Equipment Arena or equivalent. (Transferable skills from HGV, Vehicle, Plant Fitter, Aviation maintenance arena are all appropriate)

Ability to effectively and safely complete maintenance and rectification tasks

Functional IT skills to use Electronic Technical Manuals and to update Maintenance Recording systems

Be an excellent team player with a “can-do safely” approach to work

Must have high standards of oral and written communication skills

Due to the nature of the role, you must be able to achieve MoD Security Clearance

Desirable skills and experience:

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Vehicle / Technical Maintenance arena

Working Regime:

Mon- Thu 8-hour day shifts. Fri 5-hour shift with lunch time finish

Rotational standby week at home for out of hours commitment, this commitment attracts additional pay

Overtime as required

Opportunity