Fleet Technician

SevernTrentLife; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Severn Trent as a Fleet Technician and play a crucial role in maintaining a diverse fleet of vehicles. This position offers a work-life balance with a 37-hour week, competitive pay up to £40,414, and numerous benefits including a bonus up to £1,500. Ideal candidates will have HGV experience and a commitment to sustainability.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme up to £1,500

Leading pension scheme

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Two paid volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving license essential.
• Experience with a wide range of vehicles and plant.
• Positive and proactive attitude needed.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out servicing, maintenance, and repairs across a wide range of vehicles.
• Responding to unplanned maintenance and emergency call-outs.
• Preparing vehicles for annual testing and maintaining accurate records.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Repairs

Servicing

Education

HGV Service & Maintenance Level 3

Recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ equivalent)

Job description

Think Severn Trent is just about water? Think again. Our Transport team keeps over 3,000 vehicles on the road — from tankers and vans to company cars — making sure our people and resources get where they need to be, safely and efficiently.

But we’re not just maintaining a fleet — we’re helping build a better future. We’re committed to 100% electric vehicles by 2030, cutting carbon emissions, and using 100% renewable energy. It’s all part of our mission to protect the environment and support the communities we serve.

As a fleet technician, you’ll play a vital role in keeping essential services running —whilst making a real difference both under the bonnet and in your community. We’d love to hear from you.

Hear directly from our team about why they think Severn Trent’s Transport team is a great place to work and build your career: https://www.severntrent.com/careers/transport/

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

We’re looking for a skilled Fleet Technician with HGV experience to join our team at our Mansfield Workshop.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and thrives on keeping vehicles in top condition. Plus, you’ll get a great work-life balance, as you’ll work a 37-hour week (between 7:30am and 3:30pm), Monday to Friday. Overtime is available but completely optional — and of course, we’ll reward you for any extra hours. What you’ll be doing:

• Carrying out servicing, maintenance, and repairs across a wide range of vehicles and plant, following Severn Trent and manufacturer standards
• Responding to unplanned maintenance and emergency call-outs
• Preparing vehicles for annual testing and keeping accurate records in our fleet management system

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

• A full UK manual driving licence — driving is a key part of the role
• A recognised apprenticeship or a Level 3 qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ equivalent) in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
• A Level 3 qualification in HGV Service & Maintenance is essential

At Severn Trent, we don’t just offer a job — we offer a career. You’ll benefit from flexibility, ongoing training, and support to gain further qualifications that help you grow your skills and progress.

We’re looking for more than just technical ability. If you’re positive, proactive, and care about making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working here isn’t just a job, you can build a career . We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:

• Pay framework in place from Entry level to Experienced to Expert, up to £40,414
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/sell up to 5 days per year in a specific time window)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500, which is subject to eligibility)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate

• Dedicated training and development with our Academy
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies
• Two paid volunteering days per year

WHATS NEXT?

We can’t wait to hear from you.

Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. We’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date too - so keep an eye on your phone and emails.

And if this has sparked your curiosity, and you're wanting to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.