At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to develop and modify tractors while diagnosing mechanical issues.
- Company: Leading agricultural vehicle manufacturer in Basildon with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay at £23.00ph, ongoing contract, and hands-on experience.
- Other info: Work in a professional workshop environment with opportunities for overtime.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the agricultural sector while honing your technical skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in mechanical fitting or vehicle systems; strong troubleshooting skills required.
The predicted salary is between 20.7 - 25.3 £ per hour.
Vehicle Technician Location: Basildon,Essex Employment Type: Full time, on- going contract Contract: LTD/ Outside IR35 Pay rate: £23.00ph LTD Formel D is seeking two experienced Workshop/Vehicle Development Technicians to support tractor development and driveline-change activities at the Basildon facility of a leading agricultural vehicle manufacturer. The technicians will work alongside the customer’s test engineers, preparing and modifying development tractors, supporting testing activities, diagnosing mechanical issues and producing accurate technical reports. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Complete tractor driveline removal, installation and modification activities. * Prepare development tractors for engineering tests. * Carry out mechanical fitting, vehicle instrumentation and testing work. * Support test engineers in line with the agreed project timing plan. * Diagnose, repair and maintain mechanical and vehicle-system issues. * Assist with troubleshooting tractor faults and test failures. * Report software bugs and mechanical failures within 24 hours of discovery. * Produce detailed technical and non-conformity reports. * Complete a report for each activity performed. * Upload reports and supporting files to the customer’s reporting system. * Maintain a safe, organised and professional workshop environment. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS * Strong mechanical fitting or vehicle-technician experience. * Practical experience working with powertrain, driveline, transmission or vehicle subsystems. * Ability to remove, replace and modify mechanical vehicle assemblies. * Good mechanical fault-finding and troubleshooting skills. * Ability to understand technical instructions and engineering documentation. * Ability to produce clear and accurate technical reports. * Full valid UK driving licence- Right to work in the UK. * Ability to work independently and alongside test and development engineers. * Availability to work on-site in Basildon for the project duration. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE * Agricultural machinery, tractor, construction equipment, commercial vehicle or off-highway experience. * Good working knowledge of tractor subsystems. * Development workshop or prototype vehicle experience. * CANalyzer or CANcase experience. * Vehicle instrumentation or data-acquisition experience. * Experience using controlled test-reporting or non-conformity systems. * Candidates with strong automotive, commercial-vehicle or heavy-equipment driveline experience should still be considered where they do not have direct agricultural experience. WORKING PATTERN * Monday–Thursday: 07:00–16:00- Friday: 07:00–12:00 * Potential weekday overtime of one to two additional hours- Potential Saturday working: 06:00–14:00 * Overtime will depend on workload and require prior authorisation
Vehicle Technician in Basildon employer: Formel D (UK) Ltd
Formel D is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Basildon where innovation meets agriculture. With a focus on employee growth, technicians will have the opportunity to enhance their skills while working on cutting-edge tractor development projects. The company promotes a collaborative culture, ensuring that every team member contributes to meaningful advancements in vehicle technology.
