Job Title: Vehicle Technician
Location: Hull
Salary: £35,429 per year + 25% pension
Overview:
A skilled and reliable Vehicle Technician is required to support the repair, servicing, and maintenance of a large fleet of vehicles and plant machinery. The role involves ensuring a high standard of workmanship while maintaining compliance with safety, quality, and legislative requirements. Applicants from all backgrounds, including ex-military personnel, are encouraged to apply.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Carry out servicing, repairs, and maintenance on a wide variety of vehicles, including light commercial vehicles, HGVs, and plant equipment.
Diagnose faults using mechanical and electrical diagnostic tools.
Complete mechanical repairs, component replacements, and vehicle inspections.
Perform MOT-related work (if qualified).
Maintain accurate maintenance records and service documentation.
Support the upkeep of a fleet of approximately 500–600 vehicles and associated equipment.
Ensure work is completed to required safety and quality standards.
Work collaboratively to ensure the fleet remains operational and available.
Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant workshop environment.
Skills and Qualifications
Relevant and recognised mechanical/engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
Strong experience in vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and repair.
Ability to remove, refit, and repair mechanical components.
Confidence in using diagnostic equipment and workshop tools.
Full current driving licence.
Desirable:
Previous HGV technical experience
HGV/LGV licence
IRTEC certification
MOT tester’s certificate
Employee Benefits:
Defined Benefit Pension Scheme (approx. 18.5% employer contribution)
3× salary life cover through pension scheme
Job-related training and development
21 days annual leave (rising to 26 after 5 years) + bank holidays
Company uniform
Excellent sick pay scheme (immediately applicable)
Recruitment referral programme
Gym membership
Cycle to work scheme
Bonus scheme