Defence Forces Motor Technician Fitters

The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for Motor Technician Fitters , suitable qualification candidates must hold FAS/SOLAS or equivalent qualification in one of the following:

Heavy Vehicle MechanicMotor MechanicConstruction plant FitterAgricultural MechanicsHETAC L7 Agricultural Mechanisation

Applicants must be 18 years and less than 39 years of age on date of application.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS GOVERNING THE ENLISTMENT OF MOTOR TECHNICIAN

FITTER IN THE DEFENCE FORCES IN 2022.

IMPORTANT

A person applying for enlistment as a Direct Entry Motor Technician (MT) Fitter in the Defence Forces should read these terms and conditions carefully prior to completing the application form. An application form should only be submitted if the applicant is satisfied that they fulfil all of these conditions as detailed. Exceptions to the conditions governing the competition cannot be made in individual circumstances.

1. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

A candidate must be:

(i) a citizen of the State or

(ii) be any other person who has a lawful entitlement to reside and work within the State for the period of time that is required for the purpose of any such appointment AND

(iii) be of good character and satisfy any security clearance required AND

(iv) meet the required minimum standards of medical and physical fitness. (Annex C)

2. AGE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be 18 years of age and less than 29 years of age on date of application. Please note that the upper age limit may be the subject of review in advance of future competitions.

3. MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must have attained the required minimum educational qualifications at the time of entry into the Permanent Defence Force. For enlistment as a Motor Technician Fitter (Technician Class Group 3), one of the following or equivalent qualification is acceptable at the time of entry into the Defence Forces:

• FAS /SOLAS standard Based Craft of Heavy Vehicle Mechanic.

• FAS /SOLAS standard Based Craft of Motor Mechanics.

• FAS /SOLAS standard Based Craft of Construction Plant Fitter.

• FAS /SOLAS standard Based Craft of Agricultural Mechanics.

• HETAC Level 7 Agricultural Mechanisation Course.

Applicants who do not fulfil the qualifying criteria outlined for the advertised position but who retain significant relevant qualifications in this area will be considered on a case-by-case basis for inclusion in the competition. The consideration of any unqualified applicants in the competition will be at the discretion of the nominated board reviewing each prospective candidate. Where a Candidate has successfully completed an equivalent qualification the candidate must provide a full syllabus of course as well as relevant certificates.

The following are some of the desirable additional qualifications;

• Auto Electrician

• Vehicle Diagnostics (proof of level)

• EV course

• Hybrid Course

• CVRT or equivalent course.

• Full Driving Licence

• Air Conditioning

• Recovery

• Motor Cycle Mechanic

• 2 Stroke Qualification

4. MEDICAL AND PHYSICAL STANDARDS

Candidates must be in good mental and bodily health and free from any physical defect, abnormality, physiological condition or past history of serious illness likely to interfere with the efficient performance of their duties. The following are the minimum physical requirements:

Height:

The minimum height requirement is 157.48 cm. Physical standards and weight must be in keeping with height and age.

a. Vision:

Colour vision must be normal. Not less than 6/36 in each eye, corrected to not less than 6/6 in one eye and 6/9 in the other. Both eyes must be free from disfiguring or incapacitating abnormality and free from acute or chronic disease. There must be no evidence of squint or latent squint. The eligibility or not of applicants who have had previous incisional or laser treatment to correct visual acuity will be determined at the Medical Examination. See Annex B for further information.

b. Dental:

Candidates must be free from any serious periodontal disease and possess teeth to a specific standard, which is not less than the equivalent of eleven over eleven natural teeth functionally opposed. In certain circumstances, artificial teeth may be acceptable.

c. Hearing:

A good standard of unaided hearing is essential. Candidates will be required to undergo audiometric examination at which:

(1) The sum of the hearing threshold at 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 kHz should not exceed the age and gender related warning levels contained in the "Guidelines on Hearing Checks and Audiometry Regulations 2007", issued by the Health and Safety Authority.

(2) Candidates under 25 years of age must be able to hear all measured pure tones up to and including 8kHz at 20dB in each ear. Candidates aged 25 and older must be able to hear all measured pure tones up to and including 8kHz at 25dB in each ear.

Candidates must also be free from acute or chronic ear disorders. Candidates are advised to avoid all sources of loud noise and music for a period of 48 hours prior to this examination as exposure to such noise may adversely affect the results of the examination.

PAY OF MOTOR TECHNICIAN FITTER

Enlisted personnel pay PRSI contributions under Class H which insures them for the range of benefits under the Social Insurance code, including the State Pension (Contributory). The following are the current pay rates with effect from 1 February 2022 for Motor Technician

Fitters:

RANK POINT RATE OF PAY Military Service Allowance

Total Pay

Private - 3 Star 1 €524.03 - €796.37

In line with Department of Public Expenditure and Reform instructions, starting pay will be at the minimum point of the scale. In addition to basic pay personnel will be entitled to the following additional allowances

• MILITARY SERVICE ALLOWANCE (MSA): Military Service Allowance (as shown above).

• TECHNICAL PAY:

Technical Pay (Group 3) at a rate of €45.69 per week paid on completion of induction training.

Other additional allowances such as Naval Pay, Patrol Duty allowance and Security

Duty allowance may be paid subject to the various assignments.

Note:

It should be noted that the rate of remuneration and payment of the allowances outlined above are subject to review and adjustment on an ongoing basis in accordance with changes applicable across the public service generally as per Government policy

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