Workshop Support Assistant in Salisbury

We are seeking a highly motivatedWorkshop Support Assistantto support our team in various tasks related to the running of our Bulford Depot and in support of the maintenance of our fleet of Heavy Equipment Transporter (HET) vehicles. A team player, with a can-do attitude. Someone who can use their own initiative but also work well as part of a team. Is well presented and has great people skills.

Working Hours:

Monday to Thursday 7.00 AM to 4.30PM

Friday 7:00 AM to 1:00PM

Duties:

• Support the preparation of HET vehicles.
• Manage and control vehicle support equipment (chains / chocks / fire extinguishers).
• Responsible for issue and return of spares packs & tools.
• Conduct regular maintenance checks on workshop equipment to ensure optimal performance, to include:
  o Calibration test register control
  o Support PAT testing
  o PUWER & LOLER equipment testing
• Manage the safe control of temporary waste locations
• Monitor stock levels.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and effectively.
• Delivery and collection locally of parts and equipment.
• Forklift duties e.g. load & unload weights (when required).
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a clean working environment.

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (essential)
• Forklift Licence (preferred).

Experience:

• A proactive attitude towards problem-solving and teamwork.
• Health & Safety awareness.
• Familiar with COSHH
• Future opportunity for further training & development for the right person.
• Mechanical/Electrical knowledge or experience would be preferred.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Expected hours: 44 per week (inc paid breaks)
Pay: £32,000.00 per year
Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Closing date for applications: 12 September 2025