Technical Specialist

Ruislip - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Technical Specialist

Location: Ruislip West London

Compensation: 39000.88 Shift Premium of 13% (5017.28) Benefits

Role Type: Full time / Permanent

Role ID: SF67888

Keep Londons emergency services moving be part of something bigger.

At Babcock were working to create a safe and secure world together. If you join us you can play your part as a Technical Specialist at our Ruislip site near West London.

The role
As a Technical Specialist youll be at the heart of our 21-year partnership with the London Fire Brigade a role thats as rewarding as it is vital. Youll help keep one of the worlds most iconic emergency services operational by maintaining and servicing a diverse fleet of vehicles including cutting-edge electric fire engines and aerial platforms.

This is more than just a job its a chance to make a real difference every day. Youll develop your skills in a dynamic hands-on environment working with advanced technology and equipment that supports frontline emergency response.

Day-to-day youll be required to:
Diagnose faults and test vehicles using recognised procedures and equipment including road testing when necessary
Work efficiently to meet productivity targets agreed with your supervisor or manager
Deliver high-quality repairs and maintenance ensuring a Fix First Time approach
Service and repair a wide range of vehicles including HGVs LGVs and specialist fire equipment
Operate within legal driving parameters and maintain a safe working environment

This role is full time working 40 hours per week and is based on site at Ruislip. Hours of work will typically be 06:00-14:30 and 13:00-22:00 Monday to Friday. Flexible shift patterns are available to accommodate individuals.

Essential experience of the Technical Specialist:
Previous experience in mechanical workshops or automotive manufacturing environments
Proven background in servicing and repairing HGVs or LGVs
A proactive team-oriented approach to work

Qualifications for the Technical Specialist:
NVQ Level-3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance
Holding a Category B and/or C Drivers License is desirable

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth nationality current or former citizenship and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - ().

What we offer

Generous holiday allowance
Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
Access to a Digital GP annual health check and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare
Employee share scheme
Employee shopping savings portal
Payment of Professional Fees
Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually.
Be Kind Day enables employees to take one working days paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical mental and financial wellbeing.

Babcock International

For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations protect communities and build a better world. To continue we must adapt advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please email with the subject header Reasonable adjustments requirement. Were committed to building an inclusive culture where everyones free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 20/11/2025

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Job Title: Technical SpecialistLocation: Ruislip West LondonCompensation: 39000.88 Shift Premium of 13% (5017.28) BenefitsRole Type: Full time / PermanentRole ID: SF67888Keep Londons emergency services moving be part of something bigger.At Babcock were working to create a safe and secure worl...