Mechanical Engineering Technician

Mechanical Engineering Technician Join the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service! Are you ready to use your mechanical expertise in a fast-pace environment? The Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineering Technician to join their dedicated team in Omagh. This is a full-time position (Monday Friday, 36.25 hours per week) offering an attractive hourly rate of £19.72.

The role begins as a 6-month contract with strong potential for extension based on performance. As a key member of the Fleet Mechanical & Engineering team, you will help ensure the operational readiness of specialist vehicles and equipment across three regional workshops.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct inspections, diagnostics, planned maintenance, emergency repairs, bodywork, coach-building, and modifications on a wide range of emergency vehicles and operational equipment. Apply your skills across multiple mechanical disciplines, demonstrating adaptability and technical expertise. Support 24/7 operational resilience by participating in the Regional Standby Rota, providing essential out-of-hours assistance including emergency repairs, equipment servicing, and vehicle recovery during live incidents. What We Need From You Possess a certified level 3 trade qualification in Vehicle Repair and Maintenance.

Two years post apprenticeship experience working within a trade role. Can demonstrate experience in plant mechanics and light vehicle repair. Possess a current full UK Driving Licence What We Will Offer You Weekly pay Opportunity to work in the public sector The Next Steps Contact Beth Wright at First Choice Selection Services Apply via the link First Choice is an equal opportunities employer

Skills:

inspections diagnostics maintenance repairs out of hour assistance technical expertise