Equipment Technician (Fleet) – Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service
Grade: D
Salary: £31,537 – £33,143 per annum (rising by annual increments to £33,143). More information on salaries and progression can be found on our pay and policies page.
Hours: Full Time, Monday – Friday, 37 hours per week
Closing and Interview date: The closing date for applications is Sunday 7 June 2026 (midnight). It is intended that interviews will take place on Tuesday 16 June 2026. Should you be shortlisted for interview, further details regarding the interview format/location will be provided before the interview date.
About the role
We are looking for an Equipment Technician to join our established Fleet and Equipment Team in Charminster.
This is a great opportunity to join a team where you can make a difference by ensuring operational equipment is maintained and ready for use by operational firefighting crews.
Full training will be provided for the successful postholder on equipment such as ladders, Holmatro equipment, portable water pumps and ventilation fans. If you have a background in engineering or working on plant/gardening machinery, then this may be a great role for you. Some courses may require you to stay away but notice will be provided.
The role offers variety as the postholder will also assist with the delivery and collection service of vehicles across the County including white fleet and fire engines. This requires applicants to have a Category C Licence, however if you do not currently hold this type of licence, we would still encourage you to apply, and we can consider putting the successful postholder through a course as this is ultimately an essential requirement for the job role.
If this role sounds like something that may suit your skill set or a field of work that you think you have transferable skills for then we would encourage you to complete the application form.
As an Equipment Technician in the Fleet Team, you will:
- Be responsible for the inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of a wide range of equipment, ensuring all work is carried out to the required standard.
- Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to diagnose and rectify defects, ensuring any work performed is completed to the appropriate standard.
- Proactively encourage and assist in the delivery of all vehicle workshop health and safety policies and procedures.
What makes you our ideal Equipment Technician:
- You will be able to fulfil all essential requirements of the role as detailed on the Person Specification.
- You will have experience of undertaking practical tasks such as the inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of a wide range of equipment.
- You will be able to maintain accurate electronic records and update electronic systems/software.
- You will have excellent communication and time management skills.
- You will have the ability to follow processes and interpret technical manuals.
For full details of the role and requirements please have a look at the job description and person specification.
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Grade: D
Salary: £31,537 – £33,143 per annum (rising by annual increments to £33,143). More information on salaries and progression can be found on our pay and policies page.
Hours: Full Time, Monday – Friday, 37 hours per week
Closing and Interview date: The closing date for applications is Sunday 7 June 2026 (midnight). It is intended that interviews will take place on Tuesday 16 June 2026. Should you be shortlisted for interview, further details regarding the interview format/location will be provided before the interview date.
About the role
We are looking for an Equipment Technician to join our established Fleet and Equipment Team in Charminster.
This is a great opportunity to join a team where you can make a difference by ensuring operational equipment is maintained and ready for use by operational firefighting crews.
Full training will be provided for the successful postholder on equipment such as ladders, Holmatro equipment, portable water pumps and ventilation fans. If you have a background in engineering or working on plant/gardening machinery, then this may be a great role for you. Some courses may require you to stay away but notice will be provided.
The role offers variety as the postholder will also assist with the delivery and collection service of vehicles across the County including white fleet and fire engines. This requires applicants to have a Category C Licence, however if you do not currently hold this type of licence, we would still encourage you to apply, and we can consider putting the successful postholder through a course as this is ultimately an essential requirement for the job role.
If this role sounds like something that may suit your skill set or a field of work that you think you have transferable skills for then we would encourage you to complete the application form.
As an Equipment Technician in the Fleet Team, you will:
- Be responsible for the inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of a wide range of equipment, ensuring all work is carried out to the required standard.
- Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to diagnose and rectify defects, ensuring any work performed is completed to the appropriate standard.
- Proactively encourage and assist in the delivery of all vehicle workshop health and safety policies and procedures.
What makes you our ideal Equipment Technician:
- You will be able to fulfil all essential requirements of the role as detailed on the Person Specification.
- You will have experience of undertaking practical tasks such as the inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of a wide range of equipment.
- You will be able to maintain accurate electronic records and update electronic systems/software.
- You will have excellent communication and time management skills.
- You will have the ability to follow processes and interpret technical manuals.
For full details of the role and requirements please have a look at the job description and person specification.
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