Workshop Technician (HGV) – Grade F
Order/Ref: RQ(phone number removed)
• Category: Agency Workers – Building Services, Trades & Maintenance
Client: Carmarthenshire County Council
• Base: Trostre Depot
Contract: Full-time, temporary | Start: 20 Oct 2025 | End: 18 Jan 2026
Hours: 37 per week — Mon–Thu: 08:00–16:00, Fri: 08:00–15:30 (early finish)
About the role
Carmarthenshire County Council is seeking an experienced Workshop Technician (HGV) to support the maintenance and reliability of its Council fleet. You’ll carry out servicing, inspections, diagnostics, repairs and maintenance across HGVs and specialist bodies, including hydraulic and electrical equipment. This is a hands-on role within a busy workshop at Trostre Depot.
Key responsibilities
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Service, inspect and maintain HGVs and Council fleet vehicles to required standards.
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Diagnose and repair hydraulic and electrical faults on specialist vehicle bodies.
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Complete planned maintenance, safety inspections and defect rectification.
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Accurately record work done, parts used and vehicle status.
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Work safely, complying with workshop procedures and H&S requirements.
About you (essential)
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NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Light or Heavy Motor Vehicle Engineering.
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Full UK driving licence (Category B minimum).
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Proven experience with HGV servicing, diagnostics and repair.
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Competent with hydraulics and vehicle electrics on specialist bodies.
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Strong fault-finding skills and ability to produce accurate maintenance records.
Desirable (nice to have): HGV Category C licence; IRTEC or manufacturer training; experience preparing vehicles for statutory inspections.
Terms & schedule
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Location: Trostre Depot.
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Hours: 37/week — 08:00–16:00 (Mon–Thu) and 08:00–15:30 (Fri).
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Engagement: Inside IR35 via an agency; pay rate to be confirmed with the supplying agency.
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Reason for hire: Vacancy – unable to recruit permanently.
How to apply
Apply via your agency portal quoting RQ(phone number removed) (Workshop Technician – Grade F). Shortlisting will be ongoing. You must have the right to work in the UK and be able to provide employment references