Mobile Maintenance Unit
Location: United Kingdom - Remote
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About the role

Here at Babcock International, we're looking to recruit a Mobile Maintenance Unit to join the team, responsible for repairing motor vehicles (HGVs) and Specialist Fire Service modules and equipment in a safe and efficient manner using such skills and knowledge as required.

The MMU look after the "Rescue" part of Fire & Rescue services from high volume pumping, floods, Urban Search and Rescue (collapsed buildings) and DIM Vehicles (white powder jobs).

Further responsibilities include:
• Testing and diagnosing faults using recognised test procedures and techniques. Including road testing where deemed necessary. To drive in a manner within the parameters of the law.
• To observe, recognise and report on defects and/or symptoms of impending failure. Correct completion of relevant paperwork and ensuring unfair wear and tear items are reported on the system for recharge.
• Only approved parts accounted for by the stores department are to be fitted to vehicles/equipment with the department being advised on whether a rechargeable cost.
• Ensure you can keep up to date records, utilising company IT systems, of work progress and liaise with managed service centre and line management.
• Take a pro-active role in the continuous improvement process applied to vehicle and operational equipment inspection, servicing and repair processes.

What do I need to do the role?

You will have completed a recognised Apprenticeship, and be a fully trained vehicle mechanic, with the ability to fix hand tools/generators.

You will also be trustworthy, and hold a Category 1 driving licence.

What else do I need to know?

This is a Home Based role with travel/support required across Central England (Birmingham to Oxfordshire). There will also be travel involved to support the other Mobile Maintenance Units across the South Coast of England as and when required. You will be provided with a fully kitted MMU van.

There is a requirement to work on call 1 in 4 weekends.

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About Babcock International

For more than a century, Babcock the Aerospace and Defence Company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly-skilled engineering services. We help customers in the UK and around the world to improve the capability, reliability and availability of their most critical assets within the four market sectors of Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear, underpinned by a deep understanding of technology integration, unique infrastructure, and specialist training.

We are committed to providing a great employee experience in a supportive and engaging environment. The benefits you can expect to enjoy include a generous holiday entitlement, competitive money purchase pension scheme with life assurance and a share ownership scheme. You will benefit from excellent career and learning and development opportunities to ensure that you grow and achieve your full potential.

Armed Forces Covenant

We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant. We recognise the value that Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reserves, Veterans, Uniformed Cadet Instructors and Service Families contribute to our business and the United Kingdom. As part of the Covenant, Babcock offers Reservists and Uniformed Cadet Instructors up to 2 week's special paid leave to help them meet their commitments. To find out more please visit our website.

Application Guidance

All applications should be made online. Please use a desktop PC or laptop to create your account and apply for a job. Once you've completed this you'll be able to apply to jobs from mobile devices.
If you experience difficulties please visit our careers website. Recruitment correspondence is normally by email so please check your email account and spam folder regularly.
We are committed to building an inclusive culture and strives to attract talent who thrive in an inclusive and flexible working environment.
If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know and we will respond in a way that best fits your specific needs.

Closing date: 10/08/2021
Job reference: 35802

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