do REME mechanics repair on the front line? what should i expect
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Andrew Z. asked a question to Engineering
Category: Role Description
Date asked: Friday, April 17, 2020
Last reviewed: Saturday, April 18, 2020
Dave O.
Warrant Officer Recovery Mechanic
Mechanics can be at times required to 'repair forward' by carrying out quick fixes on battle winning equipment in order to allow the soldiers to continue the mission/task. Recovery Mechanics along with mechanics and other REME tradesmen and woman are attached to forward fighting troops as part of an Equipment Support team known as a 'fitter section'. You should expect to be called upon as a soldier first, tradesmen second. Having the mind set of someone who can think on their feet/outside of the box, will stand you in good stead for any role in the military and be able to work in a changing and some times challenging environments. A basic level of physical fitness is essential and having the mental agility to problem solve/fault find is an excellent characteristic of a REME tradesperson.
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