Fleet Technician – Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk County Council's Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service in Ipswich is recruiting a Fleet Technician to maintain and repair its fleet of fire appliances and specialist vehicles at Phoenix House Workshops and across Suffolk. You will service, diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and electronic faults, including CAN Bus systems, and contribute to a 24/7 call-out capability.

The role requires a City and Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in vehicle maintenance, a full UK driving licence (Category C), and

Qualifications

• Significant experience maintaining and repairing commercial vehicles over 3.5 tonnes.
• A City and Guilds or NVQ Level 3 qualification in vehicle maintenance and repair.
• A completed apprenticeship would be advantageous.
• A full UK driving licence, including Category C (Class 2).
• A flexible approach to work and willingness to participate in the call-out rota.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and diagnostic skills.
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• A good understanding of safe working practices, including working at height, with lifting equipment, inspection pits and controlled substances.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service’s fleet of fire appliances, specialist vehicles and operational equipment.
• Carry out servicing, inspections, diagnostics and major repairs at Phoenix House Workshops and fire stations across Suffolk.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical and electronic faults, including work on modern vehicle technologies and CAN Bus systems.
• Apply your technical expertise to a unique and highly specialised fleet, developing innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges.
• Support the 24/7 emergency call-out service, helping to keep vehicles and equipment operational and ready to respond to emergencies.

Skills

Heavy vehicles

Diagnostics

CAN Bus systems

Electrical systems

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3

Tools

Apprenticeship

Job description

Fleet Technician – Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service

Suffolk County Council, Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service
Address: Phoenix House, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 5NP. Onsite working
Salary: £35,570 – £42,123 per annum (pro rata for part time)
Hours: 37 hours per week, flexible working options available
Contract: Permanent

Your role and responsibilities

• Maintain and repair Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service’s fleet of fire appliances, specialist vehicles and operational equipment.
• Carry out servicing, inspections, diagnostics and major repairs at Phoenix House Workshops and fire stations across Suffolk.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical and electronic faults, including work on modern vehicle technologies and CAN Bus systems.
• Apply your technical expertise to a unique and highly specialised fleet, developing innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges.
• Support the 24/7 emergency call-out service, helping to keep vehicles and equipment operational and ready to respond to emergencies.

What you will need

• Significant experience maintaining and repairing commercial vehicles over 3.5 tonnes.
• A City and Guilds or NVQ Level 3 qualification in vehicle maintenance and repair.
• A completed apprenticeship would be advantageous.
• A full UK driving licence, including Category C (Class 2).
• A flexible approach to work and willingness to participate in the call-out rota. You must live within approximately one hour of Phoenix House Workshops.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and diagnostic skills.
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• A good understanding of safe working practices, including working at height, with lifting equipment, inspection pits and controlled substances.

The team

The Fleet Team plays a vital role in keeping Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service operational by maintaining fire appliances, specialist vehicles and emergency equipment. Based at Phoenix House Workshops, our skilled and supportive team helps ensure frontline crews have safe, reliable resources when responding to incidents across Suffolk. This role offers a great work-life balance with a 37-hour week over a nine-day fortnight, every other Friday off, and opportunities to participate in the on‑call rota, supporting the Service’s 24/7 emergency response capability.

For more information

Please contact Kelvin Todd, Workshop Manager, for a casual conversation. You can reach them by either calling 01473 341436 or emailing [e-mail]

Contract type: Full-Time