Vehicle Technician

Highways Magazine; Kirklees; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization is seeking a Vehicle Technician to maintain their fleet in Kirklees. The successful candidate will perform HGV safety inspections, diagnose mechanical faults, and prepare vehicles for tests. Required qualifications include a Level 3 Certificate in Motor Vehicle Repair and DVSA MOT examiner certification. The role offers various benefits, including a local government pension scheme and ongoing training. Ideal for hands-on individuals who thrive in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Excellent local government pension scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Ongoing training and career development

Discounts with local and national retailers

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted KAL membership

Qualifications

• Level 3 Certificate in Motor Vehicle Repair or equivalent required.
• DVSA MOT examiner certification or willingness to train (no cost).
• Must hold a full UK driving licence and Class C licence or willingness to train.

Responsibilities

• Carry out HGV safety inspections and scheduled servicing.
• Diagnose faults across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Prepare vehicles for DVSA annual tests and MOT compliance testing.

Skills

Experience using diagnostic software

Strong communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Education

Level 3 Certificate in Motor Vehicle Repair

DVSA MOT examiner certification

Job description

Overview

As a Vehicle Technician, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining Kirklees Council’s fleet to the highest standards. Working within our Transport Services team, you’ll help ensure our vehicles and plant are safe, compliant, and roadworthy.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out HGV safety inspections and scheduled servicing
• Diagnosing faults across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Preparing vehicles for DVSA annual tests and MOT/taxi compliance testing
• Maintaining electric and hybrid vehicles
• Supporting apprentices and less experienced staff
• Participating in out-of-hours breakdown rota (extra payment)
• Using diagnostic software and fleet management systems

About You

We’re looking for someone with the right qualifications and hands-on experience. You’ll need:

• Level 3 Certificate in Motor Vehicle Repair (or equivalent)
• DVSA MOT examiner certification (or willingness to train, no cost to you)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Class C licence (or willingness to train, no cost to you)
• Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Repair qualification (or willingness to train, no cost to you)
• Experience using diagnostic software
• Ability to work part of a team, including standby arrangements, on average 1 week in 6 (extra payment)
• Good literacy, numeracy, and basic IT skills
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

If you don’t meet the requirements of this role or are semi-skilled, please take a look at our Vehicle Technician Improvers vacancy.

For more information about this role and the requirements, please view the attached Job Profile.

What can we offer?

• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and career development
• A range of family friendly polices
• Discounts with local and national retailers
• We offer a wide range of well-being initiatives including a cycle to work scheme and discounted KAL membership

If you have any questions about the role or would like an informal chat please contact Tom Freeland (Transport Workshops Manager) on 01484 221000 or at [e-mail]

To apply please click theApply Now link below.