Workshop Technician
Location: Shire Hall (GL1 2TG)
Organisation: Gloucestershire County Council
Salary: £33,143 - £36,363 per annum + welcome payment up to £3,500
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 08:30-16:30)
Positions Available: 2
About the Role
Join a highly skilled team supporting frontline emergency and public services across Gloucestershire. As a Workshop Technician, you'll work on one of the region's most diverse fleets — from cars and HGVs to fire appliances, boats, and specialist rescue equipment.
This is a hands-on, varied role where your expertise directly contributes to keeping essential services operational and safe.
Key Responsibilities
Your role will include:
Servicing, maintaining, and repairing HGVs, LGVs, cars, and specialist fleet equipment
Conducting statutory inspections and preventative maintenance
Diagnosing faults using modern computerised diagnostic tools
Working on fire appliances, pumps, boats, lighting rigs, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
Carrying out fabrication, welding, and vehicle conversions
Providing mobile maintenance across sites and roadside recovery (training provided)
Supporting operational readiness of emergency service vehicles
Maintaining accurate job records and documentation
Participating in an on-call rota for out-of-hours support About You
We're looking for a skilled and adaptable technician with:
Essential Experience & Skills
Experience in a busy vehicle or plant workshop (light or heavy vehicles)
Strong mechanical and general engineering ability
Diagnostic and fault-finding experience
Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
Ability to work independently and under pressure Qualifications
City & Guilds Motor Vehicle Mechanics (or equivalent)
LGV (Category C) driving licence
GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths Desirable
IRTEC certification
Welding/fabrication experience
Experience with emergency or specialist vehicles
Auto-electrical diagnostics qualification Special Requirements
Must live within 30 miles of Gloucester
Willingness to work outdoors and maintain physical fitness
Participation in on-call rota (additional allowance paid)
Commitment to health & safety and continuous professional development Why Join Us?
Work on unique and specialist emergency service vehicles
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Supportive team environment
Make a real impact on frontline public services
Competitive salary + welcome bonus How to Apply
Applications will be reviewed based on CV and interview