FLEET VEHICLE TECHNICIAN

City Centre Recruitment; Burwen; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Fleet Vehicle Technician to maintain and repair Dorset Council’s fleet vehicles in Dorchester. The role includes servicing, diagnostics, and collaboration with teams. Candidates should have City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Motor Engineering and strong fault-finding skills. Immediate start available, with a salary range of £16.62 to £18.85 per hour. Weekly pay and a full UK driving licence required.

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle maintenance across a range of models.
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
• Must provide own toolkit.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, inspections, repairs, and MOT preparation.
• Support emergency callouts and roadside breakdowns.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with health and safety standards.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Fault-finding

Diagnostic skills

Good IT skills

Ability to work independently

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Motor Engineering

Job description

FLEET VEHICLE TECHNICIAN

DORCHESTER

Temporary on-going

£16.62 to £18.85 per hour DOE

Monday to Thursday 07.00am to 15.00pm, Fridays 07.00am to 14.30pm

37 hours per week

WEEKLY PAY

IMMEDIATE START

FULL UK MANUAL DRIVING LICENCE REQUIRED

We are seeking FLEET VEHICLE TECHNICIAN to join Dorset Council, Charminster Depot in Dorchester. Seeking a hands‑on candidate with the experience to carry out the maintenance and repair of Dorset Council’s fleet vehicles. You will carry out servicing, fault diagnosis, and repairs across a diverse range of vehicles. The role includes occasional roadside support, out-of-hours work, and collaboration with internal teams to maintain high service standards

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, inspections, repairs, and MOT preparation
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs across a diverse fleet
• Maintain accurate records and comply with health and safety standards
• Support emergency callouts and roadside breakdowns
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders professionally
• Clean vehicles and maintain workshop standards

Required Skills and Qualifications

• City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Motor Engineering (or equivalent)
• Experience in vehicle maintenance across a range of models
• Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Good IT skills and familiarity with fleet management systems
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions and out-of-hours as needed

What we require from you:

• CV
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Must provide own toolkit (tool allowance provided)
• Passport OR Birth Certificate with National Insurance proof

INTERESTED?

APPLY NOW BY CALLING 01305 239239 OR EMAIL CV TO [e-mail] STATING JOB TITLE IN SUBJECT LINE

In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility.

City Centre Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.

City Centre Recruitment is acting as an employment business in relation to FLEET VEHICLE TECHNICIAN

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