GSE Mechanic

M&E Global is a defence contractor undertaking services on complex military equipment and aircraft for UK and US contractors. We are currently looking for GSE Mechanics (Ground Support Equipment) to join our team

The role

Based in Fairford, UK you’ll get to work alongside our dedicated workforce on a Military base.

This role is a fantastic chance for you to further develop your skills as a GSE Mechanic, working in an exciting environment.

Knowledge and Skills Required

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to fulfil each of the following essential duties:

* Maintaining and repairing company or government vehicles and equipment.

* Completing maintenance tickets and repair orders in a timely manner.

* Dispose of waste materials per regulations and policies/procedures.

* Stay abreast of latest technology and installation procedures

* Inspects diagnoses and isolates vehicle and equipment malfunctions; troubleshoots, traces, and locates defects and/or causes of mechanical problems to determine type and extent of necessary repairs.

* Repairs all assigned vehicles and equipment to ensure they are safe and dependable

* Repairs lighting systems, sirens, wheel bearings, radiators, heating and air-conditioning systems, springs, hydraulic systems, catalytic converters, and fuel pumps

* Utilizes on-board computer diagnostic systems and other test equipment in order to test automotive computer control and emission systems; assesses and analyzes malfunctions of machinery using microcomputers, calipers, gauges, and other equipment.

* Interacts with customers to keep them informed of status of vehicles, repairs needed, etc.

* Inspects and tests equipment for mechanical defects and replaces worn parts.

* Removes, replaces, adjusts, or cleans defective parts or components

* Flushes radiators and replaces anti-freeze solutions.

* Perform oil changes, check fluids, diagnose tread wear, replace batteries and trouble-shoot problems.

* Performs engine tune-ups.

* Utilizes appropriate techniques and procedures in accordance with manufacturer's specification in armoring vehicles as directed.

* Repairs automotive locks

* Based on assignment independently installs new vehicle equipment, such as radios, sirens, wire cages, lights, etc.

* Identifies necessary parts, equipment and supplies needed to complete repair or preventative check.

* Estimates cost and labor time for corrective repairs.

* Responds to emergency road calls for disabled vehicles and makes minor adjustments or has the vehicle towed for back for repairs.

* Road tests vehicles during and occasionally upon completion of maintenance/repair work.

* Responds to emails and telephone calls.

* Ensures the necessary provision of vehicles, and support for customers.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Package and additional benefits

We are more than happy to discuss the package and additional benefits in more detail. Here is a general outline*:

* 12 month rolling contract.

* 40-hour working week Monday-Friday.

* Holiday entitlement.

This is a great opportunity to work alongside the US Military, continue a career in contracting or experience it for the first time

Do you know someone who would be suitable for this role? We offer a referral fee of £200 for anyone you refer to this contract that we hire. They must be a new referral, previously unknown to us and complete 12 weeks work on contract