Vehicle Technician – South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public safety organization in Rotherham is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician for a full-time role. You will be responsible for the repairs, maintenance, and modifications of various vehicles and equipment. Candidates must have experience with light and large goods vehicles and hold an NVQ level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The position includes a competitive salary and generous benefits. Interested applicants should contact for more details and submit an application by 31st December 2025.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Generous holiday allowance

Free gym access

Cycle to work scheme

Local authority pension

Emergency services discounts

Workshop tools and clothing provided

Specific training

Enhanced maternity and paternity schemes

Opportunity to join Transave UK credit union

Qualifications

• Experience in repairs and maintenance of light and large goods vehicles.
• Knowledge of road transport maintenance standards.
• Possess LGV Driving License – class 'C' minimum.

Responsibilities

• Undertake repairs, modifications, and maintenance to fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Work independently or within a team.
• Participate in the 24-hour standby/call-out rota.

Skills

Vehicle repairs

Maintenance of light and large goods vehicles

Pneumatic and hydraulic systems

Vehicle electrical/electronic systems

Diagnostic techniques

Education

NVQ level 3 in LGV/HGV Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Vehicle Technician – South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue

Post Title: Vehicle Technician
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Grade 7 (£36,363 – £39,152) Plus additional standby allowance
Hours: Full Time – 37 Hours per week
Work Pattern: Mon – Thursday 07:30 – 15:30, Friday 07:30 – 15:00
Location: South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Workshop, Eastwood Trading Estate, Fitzwilliam Road, Rotherham, S65 1ST

An opportunity has arisen within our Transport section for a skilled Vehicle Technician, based at our Workshop in Rotherham.

The overall purpose of the role will be to undertake repairs, modifications and maintenance to our fleet of vehicles and equipment.

To be considered for this role you will have experience of repairs, maintenance and servicing to both light and Large Goods Vehicles to the required standard. You will also have experience in the repair and maintenance of pneumatic, hydraulic and vehicle electrical/electronic systems.

You will have knowledge of Road Transport for class 4, 5, 7 and LGV vehicles including current road vehicle maintenance standards and have a good understanding of vehicle diagnostic and repair techniques.

You must possess a recognised qualification in in LGV/HGV Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, NVQ level 3 or equivalent, have an LGV Driving License – class “C” minimum and be able to work independently or within a team.

The successful candidate will also be included in the 24 hour standby/call out rota.

Key Benefits

• Competitive Salary. (plus standby allowance as per rota)
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Free gym access on various sites.
• A cycle to work scheme.
• Local authority pension
• Access to emergency services discounts across a wide variety of popular companies (blue light card)
• Workshop tools and clothing provided.
• Specific training.
• A career in an emergency service environment.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity schemes
• The opportunity to join the Transave UK credit union.

For more information about the role contact Jamie Dickson: 07767044701 or Shaun Foulds: 01142532671.

To apply please download a copy the application form and the Job Description / Person Specification.

Within your application please detail how your skills and experience meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification with examples.

Closing date for applications is 23:59 hours on 31st December 2025

Salary: £36,363 – £39,152 Plus additional standby allowance