Job Description

Job Title:

Automotive Mechanic (688279)

PP-SRS-GRD:

W-5823-06

Location:

RAF Fairford

Vacancy Number

: 688279

Open Date:

26 September 2025

Close Date:

24 October 2025

Work Hours Per Week:

39

Salary (Per Hour):

15.27 - 16.74

Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections may be made

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Automotive at the 420, Royal Air Force (RAF) Fairford, United Kingdom.

What will be your primary role?

The primary purpose of this position is to troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and overhaul complex major components and systems of combustion-powered automotive vehicles, electric-powered vehicles and equipment, towed vehicles and equipment, over-the-road trucks, and comparable vehicles. You will be responsible for performing troubleshooting defects and diagnosing malfunctions and maintaining, repairing, and/or overhauling complex major components and systems You will interpret and apply manufacturers' repair manuals and technical specifications, schematics, engineering drawings, diagnostic codes, computer printouts and environmental and safety manuals. In the course of your duties, you will utilize safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains safe and clean work environment.

For specific qualification requirements for this position, you can visit:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualification s/#url=WG-5800

Must have NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent.

We offer fantastic company benefits include:

Competitive salary:

the starting salary for this position is

15.27 per hour

Holiday:

25 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Pension Scheme

Free On-Site Parking

Employee extras such as:

Life Assurance scheme, Employee Assistance Program, Specialized Training, Development Opportunities, Fitness Facilities, Receive time off, cash, and honorary awards for significant contributions

Overview opf our Mission

U.S. Air Forces in Europe - United Kingdom (USAFE-UK), a forward detachment of USAFE, is headquartered at RAF Mildenhall, England a premier employer of over 1,200 local national employees with a right to work in the United Kingdom. Our jobs ranging from Administrative; Logistics; Trade and Labor (Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC), electrician, plumbers, and general Maintenance); Civil Engineers, Lawyers, Doctors and Administrative and Management positions. The organization further serves as the focal point for overseas negotiations with His Majesty's government on a wide range of issues. Our team is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and the highest standards of operational readiness.

The 501st Combat Support Wing tracks its lineage back to the 501st Bombardment Group, which was activated June 1, 1944, at Dalhart Army Airfield, Texas. Almost 2,000 Airmen serving one wing with two groups, 14 squadrons, and 17 wing staff agencies. The 501st serves a community of more than 14,000 personnel spread across ten installations. The 501st CSW remains the only combat support wing in the USAF and carries on its storied heritage of generating combat missions around the globe and projecting diplomacy through its ten geographically separated locations across the United Kingdom, Norway and Cyprus. 501st Combat Support Wing Locations: RAF Croughton, RAF Fairford, RAF Welford, Blenheim Crescent, RAF Alconbury, RAF Menwith Hill, RAF Molesworth, and Stavanger, Norway. The United States and the United Kingdom share a special bond nurtured over decades of commitment to our shared values of peace, security and prosperity. The depth of the US and the UK partnership will only grow as together we face the increasingly complex, high-end threats of today and tomorrow.

What are the Key Skills required for this role?

1. Knowledge of safety regulations, procedures, and policies to include environmental directives pertaining to handling hazardous materials.

2. Knowledge of equipment common to the trade i.e., front-end alignment and wheel balancing equipment, turning and grinding equipment for servicing brake drums and discs or rotor assemblies, and drilling and pressure bleeding devices.

3. Knowledge of technical practices in order to repair and/or overhaul major components and systems such as engines, transmissions, differentials, trans axles, electronic fuel injection systems, emission control systems, and related electrical, electronic, hydraulic, fuel, and other assemblies.

4. Skill in the use of measuring instruments and test equipment, i.e., computerized engine analyzers, compression testers, test benches, oscilloscopes, multimeters, special feeler and dial gauges and in troubleshooting defects, diagnosing malfunctions and determining the kind and extent of maintenance and/or repairs needed.

5. Skill in using hand and power tools common to the occupation, i.e., wrenches, screwdrivers, insulated pliers, electric drills, pneumatic wrenches, and soldering irons.

6. Ability to interpret and apply manufacturers' repair manuals and technical specifications, schematics, engineering drawings, diagnostic codes, computer printouts, and safety manuals.

7. Ability to maintain, repair, and overhaul complex major components and systems in combustion-powered automotive vehicles, electric-powered vehicles and equipment, towed vehicles and equipment, over-the road trucks, and comparable vehicles without more than normal supervision.

What are the conditions of employment for this role?

1. You will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules and regulations.

2. You may be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft, and you may also be required to travel to the US or other country, in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training, this position may also be coded as mission essential.

3. You will be required to complete a 6-month probationary period.

4. Overtime may be required, and you may be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the incumbent.

5. You must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

6. Your hours of work will be 39 hours per week on a fixed schedule (Mon-Thu 0700-1530/ Fri 0700-1430) where start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with the organization's flexible working policies.

7. You may be required to perform extended hours, on-call duties and shift working.

8. A valid Driving License (Category C) is required.

9. You are required to pass a pre-employment physical for this position, as work requires frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, crawling under vehicles, and working in tight spaces or tiring and uncomfortable positions. you will frequently lift, handle, and carry parts and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds and may, on occasion, lift items 50 pounds or more with mechanical devices or with assistance from other workers.

10. You may be required to operate any of the vehicles managed by the Vehicle Fleet Section. This includes military and commercial designed light passenger vehicles, trucks, buses, tractors with semi-trailer up to 45 tons (Class 1), recovery vehicles and material handling equipment up to 22,000 lbs.

11. You must meet all certification requirements of the position and may be required to guide and/or train lower graded employees.

12. The position requires adherence to procedures as prescribed in USAF Regulations, British Highway Codes, and local operating policies.

13. The Local National Direct Hire (LNDH) Program does not participate in regular drug testing, however positions covered by this SCPD may be subject to drug testing upon reasonable suspicion of substance abuse, and safety mishap or accident testing.

NOTE:

You will require a security clearance and a right to work in the UK.

This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens including US dual nationals due to the Status of Forces Agreement. For additional information contact the LNDH team on 01638 544955.

LNDH Application:

https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/HiHn37upJw

Supporting Documents to be submitted via email to

100fss.fsmc6@us.af.mil

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,967.56-33,948.72 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Company events Company pension Free parking Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking Sick pay
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 688279