Job Introduction

Ford Halewood Transmissions Limited (FHTL) are seeking an Evaluation Vehicle Technician within the Quality Evaluation Department in Halewood Transmission Plant which will be supporting both ICE transmissions and Power Unit.

Role Responsibility

• De-energising / Energising Electric cars.

• Use Diagnostics Equipment 

• Teardown / Rebuild transmissions / Power Units for investigations

• Fit / Remove transmissions /Power Units into vehicles

• Carryout In-vehicle evaluation of transmission / Power Units in accordance with the Engineering Test Specifications.

• Represent the Company on drive appraisal events at Customer locations

The Ideal Candidate

• Must have completed a relevant apprenticeship to be able to complete the tasks above.

• General computer literacy using company systems.

• User knowledge of excel & access database applications.

• Valid driving license

• Prior knowledge of transmission function & teardown would be an advantage.

• Effective communication skills

• Highly motivated and self-driven with innovation skills.

• Proven ability to work in a Team.

• Good understanding of 5 S and workplace organization

• Willing to learn, adaptable and have a flexible approach towards change. 

• Knowledge of vehicle repairs would be an advantage.

• Please note, this is a very physically demanding role 

Package Description

Position Title: Evaluation Vehicle Technician  

Salary: £43,912.80

Location: Halewood Transmission Plant

Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:00-15:30 and Friday 7:00-12:30 (must be flexible to work shift patterns when required)

About the Company

Ford Halewood Transmissions Ltd is undergoing a huge transformation, with significant growth in 2023. To prepare for the upcoming launch we are looking for a range of skills to join the workforce. Ford is investing £355m into the Halewood site to produce electric power units and Halewood will be the first site to manufacture EV components in Europe, commencing in 2024 with a capacity of 420,000 units.

Benefits

• Access to our Employee Development and Assistance Programme (EDAP).
• A unique opportunity to access Ford's Privilege scheme - allowing you to purchase Ford vehicles at a discount.
• A great salary increasing yearly, along with our competitive pension scheme.
• An excellent work-life balance, including a generous holiday allowance of 25 days. (inclusive of set shut down dates)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• On site facilities such as a gym, sauna and steam room

The Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favourable treatment or harassment on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sex, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or disability. This vacancy is advertised in line with the FORD equal opportunities policy.

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