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Vehicle and Mechanical Equipment Technician


Company : Royal Air Force


Location : Birmingham, West Midlands


Created : 2026-04-08


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

As a Vehicle and Mechanical Equipment Technician, you will keep the RAF on the move by carrying out repairs and adjustments on a range of land-based vehicles and equipment.Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.This role is an Enlisted Aviator role.Don't limit yourself. You can apply for more than one position and we can help you find the right role.What will you do?Maintain and repair a diverse fleet of specialist airfield support equipment like ground power and hydraulic supply units and dehumidifiersTest and repair airfield arrestor systems that prevent aircraft runway overrunExamine, maintain and repair specialist airfield support vehicles like refuelling bowsers and aircraft loading equipmentYou could move jobs every 3-5 years as part of your through service career managementRequirements at a glanceBe aged 16 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday)GCSE grade C/4 or Scottish National 5 grade C in English language, Mathematics and an approved Science/Technology-based subject. xjdpvnf You will need to meet specific Nationality and Residency criteria. Please see full details in the Entry Requirements section belowCommit to minimum 3 years post specialist trainingPass the Defence Aptitude AssessmentPass a Fitness testIf you dont have any of the above, you might still be able to apply