Technician - Defence and Vehicle Operations

Purpose Automotive technician required to work on a variety of vehicles to a high standard. Preparing prototype vehicles to collect various data throughout a full range of tests. Role is based in the main UTAC workshop and day-to-day tasks will also include carrying out repairs, fault finding, servicing, vehicle inspections and diagnostic checks. Technicians are also required to remove all types of vehicle components to strip inspect and report findings via written or verbal communication. Responsibilities Light vehicle repairs and general servicing HGV, Bus/Coach repairs and general servicing Vehicle fault finding Carry out start and end of test preparation on various test vehicles to test specification. Diagnostic checks using various equipment Conduct test vehicle measurements Complete work tickets with detailed written report on work actioned Liaise with supporting staff, engineers, supervisor and customers on a technical level Act in accordance with the behaviours for UTAC staff at all times Qualifications Formal automotive / engineering qualifications Completed full automotive apprenticeship (preferred) Experience: Excellent Automotive background and knowledge Some motorcycle experience (not essential) Advantageous Qualities: Experience with EV and Hybrid vehicles Vehicle inspection experience on a wide range of vehicles Low voltage electrical diagnostic experience. Working within a team Skills: General IT skills (mainly MS Word and Excel) Basic fabrication and metal work skill (not essential) HGV / PSV driving licence (not essential) Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills Strong organisational, analytical and problem solving skills Personal Behaviours: Excellent attention to detail Health and Safety awareness Willingness to learn Methodical Flexible and adaptable Highly motivated team player Customer focused High level of confidentiality and integrity Other: Willingness to work shifts and overtime when required Own hand tools required Flexibility to travel as and when required Full UK driving licence & own transport (UTAC Millbrook is not easily accessible via public transport) SC clearance or ability to achieve this (UK national with residency in the UK for the last 5 years) Willing to undergo a Criminal Disclosure check NOTE: This position will be based on site For you, as a potential UTAC team member, we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion, energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work. UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best. By joining us you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development, as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise. Our reward and benefit programmes are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work. In the UK this includes ; Life Cover Access to a wide range of discounts and offers via the Perkz reward scheme Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity. Healthcare cashback plans Generous holiday benefits Contributory pension schemes Attractive family friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working. Access to a variety of employee assistance support services. Learn more about UTAC and what and how we do what we do at www.utac.com Candidates for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Note to Recruitment Agencies : UTAC do not accept speculative applications from agencies for our open positions and any submissions made will not be accepted and no fees will be accepted or paid in respect of speculative CVs received.