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Equipment Technician
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 12 Mehefin 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £27,711 i £31,067 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 23 Mehefin 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Nova Way, Avonmouth |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Avon Fire & Rescue Service |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 5605 |
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Summary of role
We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our Technical Services Team! As our Equipment Technician, you will assist in ensuring that the Service's operational equipment is safe and operationally ready, by undertaking maintenance, repairs, basic adaptations and testing.
Some of the things you’ll be doing
• Assist with the maintenance of test records for lifting equipment, powered tools and cutting equipment in accordance with the relevant health and safety regulations; e.g. PUWER, LOLER and initiate appropriate tests as required.
• Test and maintain hydraulic rescue equipment, operational equipment to the required standard, as and when required.
• Monitor central stock levels of operational equipment.
• Assist in the assessment of defective operational equipment returned for repair or replacement to determine the appropriate remedial action.
• Identify and arrange for minor repairs and maintenance to operational equipment, as required or necessary, to ensure high standards of serviceability.
• Inspect new and repaired operational equipment from suppliers before accepting them, to ensure their serviceability before issuing for operational use.
• Conduct Research & Development for new equipment and implement equipment trials.
• Provide resilience and cover for other departments which fall under Technical Services. This will include supporting the BA department with face fitting, Stores Driver cover and provide TSA resilience within the workshops department.
• Ensure you maintain an awareness of Health and Safety Regulations in relation to duties and tasks being undertaken
• Carry out any additional responsibilities as reasonable and appropriate, as agreed with line manager.
What we will need from you
Essential:
• Ability to work in a methodical and logical manner when tracing or diagnosing faults.
• Experience of operating and maintenance of Fire Service equipment.
• Significant experience of testing mechanical and other equipment for safety and operational readiness.
• Experience of conducting Health & Safety investigations and providing accurate reports to evidence issues identified and remedial action implemented.
• Have good practical and manual dexterity skills & experience.
• Pay attention to detail when accomplishing tasks, no matter how small or large.
• Able to drive with a current driving licence.
Desirable:
• LGV C Licence.
• Electrical & Mechanical Engineering qualification.
What you can expect in return
• 25 days annual holiday (plus public holidays) rising to 29 days after 5 years, and 30 days after 10 years of service
• Local Government Pension – Defined Benefit Scheme
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Welfare and Wellbeing services
• Staff Engagement Groups
• Access to Medical Intervention Scheme
• Access to Blue Light card with offers online and high street discounts
For the full job description and how to apply please visit our website: https://www.avonfire.gov.uk/careers/vacancies/equipment-technician/
We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our Technical Services Team! As our Equipment Technician, you will assist in ensuring that the Service's operational equipment is safe and operationally ready, by undertaking maintenance, repairs, basic adaptations and testing.
Some of the things you’ll be doing
• Assist with the maintenance of test records for lifting equipment, powered tools and cutting equipment in accordance with the relevant health and safety regulations; e.g. PUWER, LOLER and initiate appropriate tests as required.
• Test and maintain hydraulic rescue equipment, operational equipment to the required standard, as and when required.
• Monitor central stock levels of operational equipment.
• Assist in the assessment of defective operational equipment returned for repair or replacement to determine the appropriate remedial action.
• Identify and arrange for minor repairs and maintenance to operational equipment, as required or necessary, to ensure high standards of serviceability.
• Inspect new and repaired operational equipment from suppliers before accepting them, to ensure their serviceability before issuing for operational use.
• Conduct Research & Development for new equipment and implement equipment trials.
• Provide resilience and cover for other departments which fall under Technical Services. This will include supporting the BA department with face fitting, Stores Driver cover and provide TSA resilience within the workshops department.
• Ensure you maintain an awareness of Health and Safety Regulations in relation to duties and tasks being undertaken
• Carry out any additional responsibilities as reasonable and appropriate, as agreed with line manager.
What we will need from you
Essential:
• Ability to work in a methodical and logical manner when tracing or diagnosing faults.
• Experience of operating and maintenance of Fire Service equipment.
• Significant experience of testing mechanical and other equipment for safety and operational readiness.
• Experience of conducting Health & Safety investigations and providing accurate reports to evidence issues identified and remedial action implemented.
• Have good practical and manual dexterity skills & experience.
• Pay attention to detail when accomplishing tasks, no matter how small or large.
• Able to drive with a current driving licence.
Desirable:
• LGV C Licence.
• Electrical & Mechanical Engineering qualification.
What you can expect in return
• 25 days annual holiday (plus public holidays) rising to 29 days after 5 years, and 30 days after 10 years of service
• Local Government Pension – Defined Benefit Scheme
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Welfare and Wellbeing services
• Staff Engagement Groups
• Access to Medical Intervention Scheme
• Access to Blue Light card with offers online and high street discounts
For the full job description and how to apply please visit our website: https://www.avonfire.gov.uk/careers/vacancies/equipment-technician/
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