Job summary
A new position has been created for an Auto Electrician with the EEAST Fleet department.
As an Auto Electrician within our NHS Ambulance Service Garage, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems in our fleet of ambulances and emergency response vehicles.
Your role will be crucial in ensuring the reliability and functionality of critical electrical components, supporting the operational readiness of our vehicles for emergency medical response services.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities of the Role
o Blue Light Systems: carry out full installation of Blue Light Systems in response cars. Attend required training for programming, fault finding and running repairs. Carry out full decommission and removal of Blue Light Systems from response cars at end of their service.
o Radio Communications: carry out full installation of radio communications in the full range of Trust vehicles. Attend all relevant training courses and certification. Carry out full decommission and removal of Radio Communications from Trust vehicles at end of their service.
o MDVS Systems: carry out full installation of MDVS Systems in the full range of Trust vehicles. Attend all relevant training courses and certification. Carry out full decommission and removal of the MDVS from Trust vehicles at end of their service.
o Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and components in ambulance and emergency response vehicles, including lighting, sirens, communication equipment, and auxiliary power systems.
About us
You'll have the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse regions in the country, with the vibrant capital city just a stone's throw away and the invigorating North Sea coast to the east.At EEAST we bring together all our skills to provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.We are always looking to innovate our approaches and work together to offer the best possible patient care across our counties.
We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.
We at EEAST want to support our employees achieve a balance between work and other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, family commitments, further learning, and other interests. We therefore welcome flexible working requests.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.
Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.
How to applyStep 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.
Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.
How to applyStep 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- IMI Level 3 Diploma in Auto Electrics/Electrical Engineering or equivalent/relevant experience.
- Knowledge of procedures for mechanical/electrical maintenance and repair to BTEC/HNC, or City and Guilds, plus relevant training or equivalent.
- Driving Licence with C1/D1 categories, courses, significant experience of driving vehicles larger than a family saloon car.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive, specialist knowledge and experience of safety practices and techniques in Auto Electrical Repair.
- Proficiency in the use of diagnostic equipment and software, demonstrating the ability to interpret wiring diagrams/diagnostic data and make informed repair decisions.
- Effective use of IT skills.
Desirable
- Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing electrical systems and components in automotive vehicles, with a focus on ambulances and emergency response vehicles.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working as an Auto Electrician, with a focus on diagnosing and repairing a diverse range of mechanical and electrical systems.
- Previous experience in a business vehicle maintenance environment.
- Extensive experience in vehicle mechanical engineering.
EEATS Values
Essential
- Evidence that personal behaviour reflects Trust Values (Care, Teamwork, Quality, Respect, Honesty)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- IMI Level 3 Diploma in Auto Electrics/Electrical Engineering or equivalent/relevant experience.
- Knowledge of procedures for mechanical/electrical maintenance and repair to BTEC/HNC, or City and Guilds, plus relevant training or equivalent.
- Driving Licence with C1/D1 categories, courses, significant experience of driving vehicles larger than a family saloon car.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive, specialist knowledge and experience of safety practices and techniques in Auto Electrical Repair.
- Proficiency in the use of diagnostic equipment and software, demonstrating the ability to interpret wiring diagrams/diagnostic data and make informed repair decisions.
- Effective use of IT skills.
Desirable
- Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing electrical systems and components in automotive vehicles, with a focus on ambulances and emergency response vehicles.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working as an Auto Electrician, with a focus on diagnosing and repairing a diverse range of mechanical and electrical systems.
- Previous experience in a business vehicle maintenance environment.
- Extensive experience in vehicle mechanical engineering.
EEATS Values
Essential
- Evidence that personal behaviour reflects Trust Values (Care, Teamwork, Quality, Respect, Honesty)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
