Skilled Vehicle Technician
- External Advertising Start Date: - 15 Jun 2026
- Directorate - Communities
- Location - Office
- Contract Type - Permanent
- Pay, Benefits and Supplements: - Grade H £42,264 - £44,435
- About The Role -
We are recruiting for skilled vehicle technicians to join our Transport workshops
If you are passionate about keeping our fleet safe, reliable and roadworthy, committed to delivering high-quality maintenance services, and bring the relevant qualifications and hands-on experience, we would love to hear from you.
In this role, you will:
• Carry out scheduled servicing, repairs, diagnostics and maintenance on light commercial vehicles, HGVs, minibuses and plant equipment in line with manufacturer standards and legal requirements.
• Inspect vehicles to identify faults, prepare accurate reports, and ensure all work meets MOT and road traffic regulations.
• Maintain detailed service records, job sheets and parts usage logs using our workshop management system.
• Advise drivers and transport staff on vehicle condition, repair needs and safe operating practices.
• Work collaboratively within the workshop team to minimise vehicle downtime and ensure efficient workshop operations.
About You
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:
• Essential qualification: Level 3 Light Vehicle or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair qualification (or equivalent), plus valid MOT tester status (or willingness to work toward this).
• Experience requirement: Proven experience as a vehicle technician, with hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge requirement: Up-to-date knowledge of road transport legislation, health & safety regulations, and modern vehicle technologies and diagnostic tools.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse community.
Our Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Local Government Pension Scheme membership.
- Generous annual leave: 29 days, rising to 33 with 5+ years’ service, plus bank holidays and 3 additional days at Christmas.
- Learning and development opportunities through our Learning Academy, with clear career development and leadership pathways.
Salary range
- £42,264 - £44,435 per year