Diagnostic Vehicle Technician - Ipswich

East of England Ambulance Service has a vacancy for a Vehicle Technician at our Ipswich workshop.

Benefits

Working for Workshop Services at East of England Ambulance Services NHS Trust (EEAST), you will also be eligible for the following benefits:

• Generous NHS Pension Scheme – with opportunity to transfer other pensions into the NHS Pension scheme within the first 12 months.
• 37.5-hour working week with overtime payable at an enhanced rate for any pre-approved hours above this.
• Minimum 27 days annual leave (increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years’ service) + 8 days bank holiday.
• Annual personal development review and plan to support your career aspirations.
• Paid sick leave (based on length of service).
• Staff uniform including PPE for tasks.
• Training and development opportunities with potential for career progression within Workshops or other areas within EEAST.
• Free on-site parking.
• Access to discounts across various services, dining, shopping, holidays via NHS Discounts and Blue Light Card.
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Program: Occupational Health including mental health, legal, and financial services.

The role involves ensuring all motor vehicle repairs, maintenance, and servicing are completed within specified timeframes, safely, effectively, and cost-efficiently, adhering to MOT standards. You will diagnose faults, determine the necessary repairs or replacements, and work towards obtaining a C1 category license if not already held, which the Trust will fund if you remain with the organization for two years.

Please note, the position requires participation in a 24-hour breakdown service, which may involve call-outs from home on a rota basis, including nights and weekends, with compensatory time off in accordance with the Working Time Directive.

Enjoy working in a diverse region, close to vibrant city life and the North Sea coast. EEAST provides 24/7 emergency and non-emergency medical transport across Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk, and Cambridgeshire. We are committed to innovation, diversity, and supporting our employees\’ work-life balance, including flexible working arrangements.

For more information or to arrange an informal visit, contact:

• Name: Darren Browning
• Job Title: Workshops Manager
• Email: darren.browning@eastamb.nhs.uk
• Phone: 07708 509816

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