We are currently looking for a HGV Mechanic/Fitter

A little about us:

With over a century of engineering expertise and innovation, KNDS UK is a renowned world leader in rapidly deployable military bridging systems and a key partner in the UK MoD’s Boxer armoured vehicle programme.

We are proud of our heritage and our reputation of providing the highest quality engineering solutions for over 100 years. As a trusted partner to military customers around the world, our employees are the very heart of our company. We have a skilled and experienced workforce dedicated to achieving excellence in all areas of the business from Engineering to Project Management, Business Support to Operations.

As our business evolves, we are looking to strengthen our workforce with talented and motivated individuals across a range of disciplines to work from our Northwest Engineering Centre of Excellence and currently have this opportunity available:

About the role:

The core purpose of this job function is to be responsible for the installation, repair and refit of specialist and large components in the UK’s latest Infantry support vehicle - Boxer.

Key duties include, but are not limited to:

§ Final assembly of armoured wheeled vehicles and sub-assemblies.

§ Problem solving, fault finding and rectification work.

§ The understanding and use of work instructions.

§ Understanding and adhering to standardised work.

§ Diagnosing mechanical issues, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems, proposing a course of action and rectify where relevant.

§ The use of diagnostic software systems to complete initial installation of softwares and diagnose and repair any issues.

§ Order parts and equipment as necessary to fulfil job requirements.

§ Liaise with internal departments, supply chain and manufacturers on problems to achieve an efficient resolution.

§ Complete all documentation and receipts, SAP bookings, including inspection sheets, and apply signatures and operator stamps as appropriate.

§ Undertake all required training, offering support and to deliver training as required.

§ Ability to complete allocated tasks in a timely manner.

§ Willing to engage in the company’s 5’s and housekeeping policies.

§ Driving and movement of the Boxer vehicle to required locations on site.

§ Completion of static testing.

§ To comply with Environmental, Health and Safety policies and identify health and safety hazards prior to the start of work.

§ To ensure personal safety and the safety of other employees is not compromised by their actions and to apply applicable safety requirements to comply with the regulatory agencies.

What we 're looking for:

We need you to have proven previous experience as a HGV Mechanic and hold a C&G, NVQ or equivalent in this area. Holding a level 3 diploma in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance is advantageous.

What you can expect from us:

We signed the Armed Forces Covenant in 2018, achieved their Silver Award in 2020 and Gold Award in 2024 which means that we actively support and encourage service leavers, reservists and cadets to join our team, recognising military skills and qualifications in our recruitment and selection process. When you become part of the KNDS UK team, you will enjoy employee benefits such as:

• Competitive salary
• Attractive pension (4% employee contribution, 7% employer contribution)
• Flexible working
• Half day Friday
• Life assurance scheme
• Company sick pay scheme which increases with service
• Free car parking

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply by clicking the link at the top of the page or email your CV with a cover letter to careers@knds.co.uk.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £19.22 per hour

Expected hours: 37 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Stockport SK4 5DY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• This role will require travel to Germany for periods of up to 6 months. Please confirm that you have no restrictions on travel.

Experience:

• Mechanical Fitting: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person