Vehicle Technician (Mechanic)

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

Join South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust as a Vehicle Technician and help keep the ambulance fleet safe, reliable, and ready to respond to emergencies. You’ll work in a dynamic workshop environment, servicing, diagnosing, and repairing vehicles and specialist equipment. Your role is essential in ensuring frontline crews can provide life-saving care every day.

About Us

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust provides emergency and urgent care across the southwest of England. We are committed to delivering high-quality patient care, innovation, and support for our staff in a rewarding and professional environment.

Employer: South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Position: Vehicle Technician (Mechanic)

Salary: £31,049 – £37,796 per year

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Work Location: Plymouth, UK

What We Offer:

• Standard 37.5-hour working week
• Generous holiday allowance (27 days + UK public holidays, increases with service)
• Additional pay for unsocial hours and overtime
• NHS Pension Scheme
• Career progression and professional development opportunities

Other Benefits:

• Car leasing scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Cycle-to-work scheme and other salary sacrifice options
• Access to staff discounts and wellbeing support networks

Your Role Will Include:

• Service, maintain, and repair ambulance vehicles and specialist equipment
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults
• Carry out scheduled inspections according to manufacturer and Trust standards
• Record work completed accurately
• Maintain a safe and organized workshop environment
• Work independently and as part of the Fleet & Equipment team

What We Are Looking For:

• HND in Mechanical, Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent experience
• Motor Vehicle Apprenticeship or recognized training scheme
• Motor Vehicle Craft Studies Parts 1, 2 & 3 or equivalent
• Clean driving licence (C1 licence desirable)
• Experience with a range of vehicles and diagnostic tools
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills

Step into a role where your technical skills directly save lives. As a Vehicle Technician at SWASFT, you’ll ensure every ambulance is ready to respond when it matters most — making a real difference in your community every single day.

Work Location: In person 

APPLICATION PROCESS

If you’re interested in this role, CLICK HERE and apply now!