Job Description
3 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
• An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Workshop Technician (HGV Technician) to support a busy local authority workshop.
• This is a hands-on role responsible for the inspection, servicing, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of a diverse fleet of vehicles, including specialist HGVs.
• The successful candidate will have strong technical knowledge in motor vehicle engineering and experience working on hydraulic and electrical systems commonly found in commercial or municipal vehicles.
• This is a full-time temporary position suited to a qualified technician who can work independently and contribute to the efficient running of the workshop.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
• Carry out regular servicing, safety inspections, and scheduled maintenance of fleet vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults on HGVs and other fleet vehicles.
• Undertake repairs and maintenance of hydraulic and electrical systems on specialist vehicles (e.g. refuse trucks, gritting lorries).
• Ensure all work is completed to DVSA and manufacturer standards.
• Accurately complete job cards, service records, and defect sheets.
• Adhere to all health and safety policies and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Assist in keeping workshop tools and equipment in good condition.
• Provide technical support to colleagues and assist in the ongoing development of vehicle maintenance processes.
Skills/Experience:
• Demonstrable experience in diagnosing, servicing, maintaining, and repairing HGVs or a mixed fleet.
• Good working knowledge of hydraulic and electrical vehicle systems.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and to deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and high standards of workmanship.
• Experience working on local authority or commercial fleet vehicles.
• Knowledge of DVSA inspection standards and vehicle compliance requirements.
Additional Information:
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in light or heavy motor vehicle engineering.
• Minimum Category B UK driving licence.
Requirements
• Demonstrable experience in diagnosing, servicing, maintaining, and repairing HGVs or a mixed fleet. • Good working knowledge of hydraulic and electrical vehicle systems. • Ability to work efficiently under pressure and to deadlines. • Strong attention to detail and high standards of workmanship. • Experience working on local authority or commercial fleet vehicles. • Knowledge of DVSA inspection standards and vehicle compliance requirements.