Overview
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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:
1. Carry out servicing, repairs, and maintenance on a wide variety of vehicles, including light commercial vehicles, HGVs, and plant equipment.
2. Diagnose faults using mechanical and electrical diagnostic tools.
3. Complete mechanical repairs, component replacements, and vehicle inspections.
4. Perform MOT-related work (if qualified).
5. Maintain accurate maintenance records and service documentation.
6. Support the upkeep of a fleet of approximately 500–600 vehicles and associated equipment.
7. Ensure work is completed to required safety and quality standards.
8. Work collaboratively to ensure the fleet remains operational and available.
9. Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant workshop environment.
10. Skills and Qualifications
11. Relevant and recognised mechanical/engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
12. Strong experience in vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and repair.
13. Ability to remove, refit, and repair mechanical components.
14. Confidence in using diagnostic equipment and workshop tools.
15. Full current driving licence.
Desirable:
16. Previous HGV technical experience
17. HGV/LGV licence
18. IRTEC certification
19. MOT tester’s certificate
Employee Benefits:
20. Defined Benefit Pension Scheme (approx. 18.5% employer contribution)
21. 3× salary life cover through pension scheme
22. Job-related training and development
23. 21 days annual leave (rising to 26 after 5 years) + bank holidays
24. Company uniform
25. Excellent sick pay scheme (immediately applicable)
26. Recruitment referral programme
27. Gym membership
28. Cycle to work scheme
29. Bonus scheme