Job requirements
Requirements from the employer’s person specification. These describe the role, not your personal match.
Essential
9 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Other
Full UK driving license with a maximum of 3 points
- Experience
Evidence based experience of performing vehicle diagnostics servicing and repair to include Vehicle Defects, On - going Training - Vehicle Diagnostic Courses Vehicle Bodybuilder courses
- Experience
Auto-electrical diagnostics and repair processes.
- Aptitude and Abilities
Satisfactory written and verbal communication skills, able to convey information and complete all necessary documentation accurately
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Professional knowledge acquired through HNC level or equivalent level of knowledge acquired through courses and experience
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
NVQ Level 3 in Automotive Studies achieved through modern apprenticeship / time served qualified equivalent or equivalent qualifications that evidence similar level of professional knowledge.
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Sound knowledge of current Risk/Health and Safety requirements in the workshop.
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
In-depth knowledge of service, maintenance and repair of a broad range of motor vehicles, including manufacturer’s standards and requirements.
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Knowledge across a wide range of practices and procedures in relation to vehicle chassis and vehicle body manufacturers (including engines, brakes, suspension and electrics.
Desirable
9 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Other
C1 category
- Experience
Detailed knowledge of Fleet Workshop Policies, Procedures and Practices.
- Experience
Good knowledge of operational structures, processes and activities within the region.
- Experience
Knowledge of financial and administrative procedures, including stock control, standing order arrangements, ordering of supplies and payroll processes.
- Experience
Detailed knowledge of relevant vehicle specifications and specialist equipment.
- Experience
Welding and fabrication techniques and procedures.
- Experience
MOT tester.
- Aptitude and Abilities
Ability to speak Welsh
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
MOT tester qualification class 4 and 7
Job overview
The post holder is primarily employed to provide emergency repairs and routine maintenance of the NHS Trust's fleet of over 700 emergency and non-emergency vehicles.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. Welsh Language level 1 skills are desirable for this role.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is required to carry out efficiently and to the required manufacturers and Trust standards, the servicing, repair and maintenance of a range of vehicles from various vehicle manufacturers. This work is normally undertaken in the Trust Workshops but may be carried out at Trust stations or roadside locations, as the need arises.
In addition, the post holder will undertake maintenance and repair on vehicles and various items of specialised equipment as per accreditation, carrying out welding (arc/mig/gas) and fabricating work and reproduce/fabricate, construct the part that is no longer available as required and where appropriate, seek advice on the specification of the part to be produced to ensure that it is fit for purpose and meets Health & Safety requirements.
The post holder is responsible to the Workshop Managers for day to day work allocation and supervision (but able to make own decisions in the absence of the Workshop Manger, make necessary arrangements and order parts where deputising for the Workshop Manager and is accountable to senior Managers in the Fleet department.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Applicant requirements
Welsh language skills are desirable
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This advert is for Area Technician / Mechanic with Welsh Ambulance Service NHS Trust in Cwmbran, Wales. It is listed as a Technician (discipline unspecified) role. The advertised salary is £32557.00 to £39631.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 08 Sep 2026.
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