Vehicle Maintenance Technician - Banstead

Job overview

Did you know our Vehicle Maintainance Technicians help save lives every day?

At SECAmb, every repair, inspection and service you carry out keeps our frontline ambulance crews moving, ready to respond when it matters most.

We have an exciting opportunity for Vehicle Maintenance Technicians to join our Banstead workshop. This is a rewarding role where your technical expertise directly supports lifesaving emergency services.

You’ll join a friendly, supportive team working on a rota basis to support operations. Our workshops run 7 days a week (6am – 8pm), so flexibility to work weekends and bank holidays is essential. Additional payments are provided for unsocial hours.

✅ All tools, PPE and uniform provided ✅ Main dealer training available

Training and development

We are committed to investing in your development. If you don’t already hold a C1 licence, we will support you in obtaining this. You’ll also receive specialist manufacturer training across our fleet, including MAN, Mercedes and Fiat, as well as training in electric vehicles (EV), air conditioning and other specialist systems, ensuring you stay up to date with the latest technologies and industry standards.

Main duties of the job

What you’ll be doing

• Service, repair and maintain a diverse fleet of emergency vehicles and specialist ambulance equipment
• Carry out fault diagnosis using modern diagnostic systems (Mercedes Star, Fiat Witech, Autel)
• Inspect and assess vehicles for roadworthiness, safety, and compliance
• Complete preventative maintenance and urgent repairs
• Prepare vehicles for MOT testing (Class IV & VII)
• Work across a wide range of systems, including: Electrical systems Welding & fabrication Hydraulics Air conditioning and heating
• Electrical systems
• Welding & fabrication
• Hydraulics
• Air conditioning and heating

You’ll work to the highest standards with minimal supervision, ensuring all activity meets current Health & Safety legislation.

Our fleet

You’ll work on a varied fleet of over 700 vehicles, including:

• Ambulances
• Rapid Response Vehicles (RRVs)
• 4x4s and support vehicles

Manufacturers include Mercedes, Fiat, Skoda, MAN and more.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Work as part of a small team delivering planned and reactive maintenance across a fleet of 700+ vehicles, including ambulances, SRVs, 4x4s and support vehicles, on a 37.5-hour shift rota.Inspect, assess and report on vehicle condition, roadworthiness and safety using diagnostic tools and testing techniques.Service, maintain and repair vehicles and equipment safely and efficiently, in line with manufacturer standards and repair times, including work on electrical systems, welding, fabrication, hydraulics, air conditioning and heating.Diagnose faults using advanced diagnostic systems (e.g. Mercedes Star) and accurately interpret fault codes and service data.Prepare and present vehicles for MOT testing (Class IV & VII) in line with Ministry standards.Recover broken down or immobilised vehicles safely, minimising risk and further damage.Maintain accurate records, including parts usage and job completion, using fleet management systems.Order, receive and manage parts in line with operational requirements.Communicate effectively with colleagues, managers and wider Trust staff.Apply SECAmb policies and Health & Safety regulations to ensure safe working practices and maximise fleet availability.Support and guide apprentices or less experienced staff where required, and participate in training and development.Maintain a clean, safe working environment and use PPE as required.Provide flexibility to work across SECAmb sites and undertake additional duties within the scope of the role.Support the Trust’s values and ‘No Blame Culture’ approach.