Equipment Technician (Fleet)

Consortium of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Voluntary and Community Organisations Limited; Melksham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Melksham is seeking an Equipment Technician to maintain operational equipment for firefighting crews. The ideal candidate will have a practical background in engineering or machinery and a Category C driving license. This full-time position offers a generous annual salary and a range of employee benefits including annual leave and health services. Join us in making a difference in the community!

Benefits

Generous annual leave of 27 days

Family friendly schemes for maternity leave

Access to health and well-being services

Qualifications

• Must have practical experience in inspecting and maintaining equipment.
• Ability to follow technical manuals and processes.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for inspection and repair of operational equipment.
• Liaise with suppliers for defect diagnosis.
• Participate in health and safety policies.

Skills

Experience in equipment maintenance and repair

Excellent communication skills

Time management skills

Education

Category C driving license

Job description

Pay: £31,537 - £33,143 per annum (rising by annual increments to £33,143).

Job number: DWFRS - CORP00760

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Wiltshire

Department: Assets

Closing Date: 22-Feb-2026

Grade: D

Salary: £31,537 - £33,143 per annum (rising by annual increments to £33,143). More information on salaries and progression can be found on our pay and policies page.

Hours: Full Time, Monday – Friday, 37 hours per week

Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 16:30

Friday 08:00 – 13:00

Location: Bowerhill Workshop, 3 Swift Way, Bowerhill Industrial Estate, Melksham, SN12 6GX

Appointment Type: Permanent

Contact: For a chat about this post, please contact Steve Weston, Vehicle Workshop Supervisor on 01722 691390 or email [e-mail]

Closing and Interview date: The closing date for applications is 22 February 2026 (midnight). It is intended that interviews will take place on 3 March 2026. Should you be shortlisted for interview, further details regarding the interview format / location will be provided before the interview date.

About the role

We are looking for an Equipment Technician to join our established Fleet and Equipment Team at the Bowerhill Workshop in Melksham, Wiltshire.

This is a great opportunity to join a team where you can make a difference by ensuring operational equipment is maintained and ready for use by operational firefighting crews.

Full training will be provided for the successful postholder on equipment such as ladders, Holmatro equipment, portable water pumps and ventilation fans. If you have a background in engineering or working on plant/gardening machinery, then this may be a great role for you. Some courses may require you to stay away but notice will be provided.

The role offers variety as the postholder will also assist with the delivery and collection service of vehicles across the County including white fleet and fire engines. This requires applicants to have a Category C Licence, however if you do not currently hold this type of licence, we would still encourage you to apply, and we can consider putting the successful postholder through a course as this is ultimately an essential requirement for the job role.

If this role sounds like something that may suit your skill set or a field of work that you think you have transferable skills for then we would encourage you to complete the application form.

As an Equipment Technician in the Fleet Team, you will:

• Be responsible for the inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of a wide range of equipment, ensuring all work is carried out to the required standard.
• Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to diagnose and rectify defects, ensuring any work performed is completed to the appropriate standard.
• Proactively encourage and assist in the delivery of all vehicle workshop health and safety policies and procedures.

What makes you our ideal Equipment Technician:

• You will be able to fulfil all essential requirements of the role as detailed on the Person Specification.
• You will have experience of undertaking practical tasks such as the inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of a wide range of equipment.
• You will be able to maintain accurate electronic records and update electronic systems / software.
• You will have excellent communication and time management skills.
• You will have the ability to follow processes and interpret technical manuals.

For full details of the role and requirements please have a look at the job description and person specification.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits and strive to ensure that staff are valued and rewarded. For example, we offer:

• A generous annual leave allowance of 27 days per annum, plus 8 bank holidays. Pro-rata amount depending on your start date. Annual leave rises to 30 days per annum after five years’ Service.
• A variety of family friendly schemes including 39 weeks’ full pay during maternity leave (subject to qualifying criteria)
• Access to a variety of health & well-being services
• Emergency Service Blue Light Card

Other Information:

• You must have a full current driving licence (Category C) and be able to fulfil the travel requirements of the role. If you do not currently hold a Category C licence, we would still encourage you to apply, and we can consider putting the successful postholder through a course as this is ultimately an essential requirement for the job role. Use of your own vehicle will be required; however, a Service vehicle may be available. Please note Service vehicles are manual transmission only.
• If you are unable to drive due to a disability, we would still welcome your application and will explore any reasonable adjustments that could be put in place.
• A Standard Disclosure & Barring Service Check (DBS) clearance will be undertaken on the successful individual prior to offer of employment.
• Any offer of employment will be subject to full pre-employment checks which include identity checks, right to work in the UK, medical, receipt of satisfactory references, verification of employment history and an explanation of any gaps in employment in the last 3 years.
• Upon appointment you will be required to adhere to the requirements of a Health Surveillance Programme and attend an Occupational health appointment for baseline readings.
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