HGV Technician or MOT Tester/ Mechanic (Ref: POS000593)
Salary £32,640 - £35,396 per annum
Salary Band £30,001 to £40,000
Post Type Permanent
Hours Per Week Full time
Categories Manual / Trades / Transport
Directorate N/A Published Date 14/05/2026 Closing Date 31/05/2026
Overview
Darlington Borough Council’s Vehicle Maintenance Team is looking to recruit a skilled and motivated individual to fill a single vacancy as an HGV Technician or an MOT Tester/Mechanic. The role involves delivering a high‑quality, customer‑focused vehicle maintenance service within a busy workshop environment, supporting the maintenance, inspection, and repair of the Council’s fleet, plant, and customer vehicles.
Responsibilities
* Support delivery of comprehensive maintenance and servicing for Council vehicles and plant, ensuring compliance with legislation and the Council’s Operator’s Licence.
* Inspect, service and repair vehicles for external organisations and members of the public.
* Carry out MOT inspections in line with DVSA standards, including Class IV and VII testing, Hackney Carriage and Private Hire vehicle inspections.
* Contribute to high‑quality repair and maintenance service for vehicles and equipment used by internal and external customers.
* Operate within workshop hours: Monday to Thursday 7:00am‑6:00pm, Friday 7:00am‑5:30pm.
Qualifications
* A minimum of three years’ experience as an HGV Technician (or DVSA Nominated Tester Certificate for MOT role).
* Skills in working on diesel and petrol engines, transmissions, hydraulics, and electrical systems; experience of light goods vehicles desirable.
* Valid HGV driving licence with a minimum Category C entitlement (or full, valid driving licence for MOT role).
* DVSA Nominated Tester Certificate (Classes IV and VII) essential for MOT role.
* City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in Motor Vehicle Technology or related subject.
* For HGV Technician: valid HGV licence Category C.
Benefits
* 32 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays, with option to purchase additional Annual Leave (pro‑rata for part‑time working)
* Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with option to make Additional Voluntary Contribution
* Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave schemes
* Staff equality forums
* Flexible working
* Green Car Leasing Scheme
* Access to a wide range of training, learning and development
* Physiotherapy service
* Confidential counselling service
* Great wellbeing offer
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts
* Local and National retailer discounts
* Vivup employee benefit app and Lifestyle Savings
* Arriva Employee Travel Club
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. We aim to interview any applicant who declares a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job.
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