Vehicle Mechanic Coach, Off the Tools {MoD}

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  • Location: Warminster, Wiltshire
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Job sector: Maritime & Defence
  • Salary: Up to £44550 per annum + Company Benefits
  • Published: 14 May 2026

Vehicle Mechanic Coach, Off the Tools {MoD}

Military Location, remote role, travel to sites

£40,000 + £4550 Car (DOE) + Salary Reviews + Occasional Overtime + 6% Pension + Fully funded training and progression opportunities + much much more…

Are you a Vehicle Mechanic or similar with a level 3 qualification or equivalent looking for a new and exciting Off the Tools role working where you will travel to a number of military locations across the South and get the new recruits through their level 3’s

Do you want to work for one of the world’s leading UK Defence companies who offer fully funded training and long-term progression opportunities.

On offer is the exciting opportunity for a Vehicle Mechanic with a level 3 qualification to join one of the world’s leading defence contractors. Established around 150 years ago, this defence powerhouse had remained at the forefront of innovations and has its name to some of the largest defence projects in the world.

In this role, the successful Motor Vehicle Skills Assessor would step away from the tools and into a career that shapes the next generation of Army vehicle mechanics. You’ll use your hands-on expertise to coach, guide and assess learners working across the British Army’s extensive fleet from quad bikes and generators to battle tanks and heavy artillery. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on national defence while advancing your own career in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

The ideal candidate Motor Vehicle Skills Assessor would have a minimum of an NVQ3 in vehicle mechanics or equivalent, be keen to work in a coaching and off the tools position.

The Role:

  • Visiting learners in their workplace to deliver coaching, assessment and support
  • Advising learners on portfolio building and meeting programme requirements
  • Monitoring progress and ensuring timely completion of all programme components
  • Recording and tracking learner progress in line with reporting processes
  • Motivating and guiding apprentices through their qualification journey

The Person:

  • Vehicle Mechanic or similar.
  • Minimum level 3 NVQ or equivalent.
  • British Citizen or able to obtain Security Clearance.
  • Local to site.

Keywords: Vehicle Mechanic, Military Mechanic, Military Technician, Mechanical Fitter, Mechanics, MoD, Defence, Ministry of Defence, App Coach

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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