Vehicle Technician

Department: Production
Reports to: Dean Brooking – Production Manager

The Company:

North Defence is a Company currently located in Elland, West Yorkshire, and Steinsel, Luxembourg. Originally founded in the UK under the name North Fire, the Company has built a strong reputation for designing and manufacturing specialist fire and rescue vehicles for demanding operational environments. The Company has now evolved into an innovative manufacturer of specialised vehicles, serving both civil and defence sectors and marking a strategic expansion into light military vehicles and defence mobility solutions. Driven by increasing demand from European Defence, North Defence has recently expanded into Europe, which has further strengthened its position as an international supplier of specialist vehicles for fire, rescue and defence organisations, thereby creating excellent career development opportunities.

Job Summary

As a Vehicle Technician, you will work within our already established Technical Team and be responsible for mechanical modifications and upgrades and integration of specialist equipment for military spec light mobility and general service vehicles. The role involves hands-on mechanical and electrical upgrades to systems for enhanced durability in the most challenging and demanding environments. The role is critical in ensuring that vehicles operate safely and efficiently and involves working closely with engineers to deliver high- quality conversions. This role provides a great opportunity to join a progressing business and the chance of personal development.

Key Responsibilities

Vehicle Mechanical Installations

• Performing mechanical modifications to military type vehicles
• Installing mechanical fittings and specialist systems
• Electrical installations
• Suspension upgrades
• Wheel Upgrades
• Use of power tools, hand tools and specialised equipment such as workshop machinery and two post lifters
• Ensure compatibility of integrated systems and perform functional testing after installation.
• Modify interiors and exteriors to accommodate military equipment or increased payload.

Diagnostic, Testing & Quality Assurance

• Perform diagnostics on mechanical systems.
• Conduct functionality tests after installation of new systems.
• Inspect completed systems to ensure compliance with quality systems.
• Staying updated with latest technology in our sector and development in vehicle electronics.

Technical Documentation

• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics and conversion build sheets.
• Maintain accurate records of all installations, materials used and modifications.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow technical safety standards and workplace safety standards in line with ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001
• Adhere to all regulatory and company guidelines.

Skills & Qualifications

• Applicants must be qualified to Motor Service & Maintenance Technician Level 3 or
• Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Strong fault-finding skills and diagnostics
• Experience working on 4×4 vehicles or commercial fleet modifications
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and ongoing continuous improvements
• Excellent communication skills

Preferred

• Previous experience with military, defence or specialised vehicle conversions would be an advantage
• Familiarity with modern vehicle electronic systems
• Willingness to travel to our new production facility in Luxembourg

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits (salary negotiable)
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory and extending holidays for long-serving employees
• Corporate Workwear
• Invitation into private health-care plan
• On site parking
• Exposure to advanced defence technologies and programs
• Opportunity for professional development in a strategic industry
• Collaborative and security-focused workplace

North Defence UK Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sections of our community.