South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SECAmb) is recruiting Vehicle Maintenance Technicians to join our Banstead workshop team. You will work on a fleet of over 700 vehicles—including ambulances, rapid response vehicles, 4x4s, and specialist support vehicles—playing a vital role in keeping our frontline services operational and ready to respond across the South East.
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, Fiat, 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
As a Vehicle Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across a diverse fleet of emergency and support vehicles.
Your Duties Will Include
- Servicing, inspecting and repairing ambulances, rapid response vehicles, 4x4s and support vehicles using advanced diagnostic systems such as Mercedes Star, Fiat Witech and Autel.
- Carrying out preventative maintenance and safety inspections to maximise vehicle availability.
- Preparing vehicles for MOT testing (Class IV and VII).
- Undertaking repairs involving electrical systems, welding and fabrication, hydraulics, heating and air conditioning systems.
Essential Criteria
- Hold GCSE Maths and English.
- Hold a recognised qualification in motor vehicle maintenance such as BTEC, HNC level, or City & Guilds level 3 and above.
- Must have a driving licence for categories of all types of SECAmb vehicles (C1 driving licence) with no more than 3 penalty points.
- Knowledge of the operation and function of a fleet maintenance workshop.
- Ability to repair and maintain to the required standard service vehicles which have specialised bodywork, livery and fittings.
The workshop operates seven days a week between 6am and 8pm. The role is based on a shift rota and includes weekend and bank holiday working, with enhancements paid for unsocial hours.
Benefits
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Minimum 27 days annual leave, increasing with service
- Manufacturer and specialist training opportunities
- C1 licence training where required
- Occupational health and wellbeing support
- Access to NHS discounts and staff benefits
- Opportunities for personal and professional development
At SECAmb, we are proud of our values of Courage, Integrity and Kindness and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
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