Royal Navy: Vehicle Technician

Royal Navy: Vehicle Technician

Full-Time On-site
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Locations:



  • RM Tamar, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 2BG

  • RM Stonehouse, Plymouth, PL1 3QS

  • RM Bickleigh, Plymouth, PL6 7AJ

  • RM Condor, Arbroath, DD11 3SP


Please note that there are 7 positions available with 2 posts in RM Condor, 3 posts in RM Stonehouse, 1 post in RM Tamar and 1 post in RM Bickleigh. Candidates will be asked to indicate their preferred location as part of the application process.


At Navy Command, we lead, support, and sustain the Royal Navy across every theatre of operations. We coordinate the people, platforms, and missions that keep the Fleet ready for today's challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities. Together, we uphold centuries of naval tradition while driving innovation that ensures the Royal Navy’s readiness to protect our nation and secure our future.


As the Royal Navy’s highest seagoing command, Commander UK Strike Force provides a rapidly deployable headquarters capable of leading complex maritime and joint operations worldwide. Whether commanding task groups at sea or integrating with NATO and coalition partners, the Strike Force delivers credible power projection and strategic reassurance across the globe.


This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.


Want to use your technical skills on vehicles built for extreme terrain and global Commando operations?


We’re recruiting Vehicle Technicians across four Commando Force locations, each with its own mix of vehicles, equipment and working environments. We’re offering the chance to work on specialist fleets that support training, exercises and operations in the United Kingdom and overseas.


You’ll join a skilled Equipment Support team that keeps vehicles safe, reliable and ready when they’re needed. Whether your experience is in light vehicles, heavy goods vehicles, plant, recovery, specialist equipment or military engineering, you’ll be able to apply your skills in a role with real variety and purpose.


What you’ll be doing



  • Service, inspect, maintain and repair a wide range of specialist, logistic, plant and tactical vehicles.

  • Diagnose faults and complete practical repairs to recognised engineering standards.

  • Keep vehicles and equipment safe, reliable and ready to support training, exercises and operations.

  • Record maintenance activity clearly and accurately using Ministry of Defence systems.

  • Work closely with colleagues, supervisors and customers to solve problems and keep work moving.

  • Share your knowledge and help create a safe, professional and supportive workshop environment.


You’ll be based at one of the campaign locations listed in the advert and will be required to attend your designated duty station on a full‑time basis. You may need to attend residential training courses to build and maintain your technical skills. You may also occasionally work away from your normal base or outside routine hours. Where this applies, it’ll be managed and recompensed in line with Ministry of Defence policy. You may also be required to work at heights, and manual handling. Any training required will be provided.


Person specification


To be successful with your application, you’ll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:



  • NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds (Light or Heavy Vehicle) or REME Class 1 or equivalent

  • A full United Kingdom driving licence


Licences



  • A full United Kingdom driving licence


Qualifications



  • NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds (Light or Heavy Vehicle) or REME Class 1 or equivalent


Behaviours



  • Making Effective Decisions

  • Working Together


Benefits


Alongside your salary of £29,590, Ministry of Defence contributes £8,572 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window).



  • 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years' service

  • Market-leading employer pension contribution of 28.97%

  • Personal & professional development

  • Alternative working patterns for many roles

  • Access to a confidential, professional support service

  • Discount schemes

  • Bicycle / season-ticket loans

  • Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

  • Special paid leave to volunteer (up to 6 days a year)


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Royal Navy: Vehicle Technician employer: Navy Command

Navy Command is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Clyde, Scotland, where you can play a vital role in supporting our naval fleet operations. With a strong focus on employee development and adherence to MOD procedures, we provide opportunities for growth and learning while fostering a collaborative culture that values proactive contributions. Join us to be part of a mission-driven team that ensures the smooth operation of critical transport assets.

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Contact Details:

Navy Command Recruitment Team