Fleet Vehicle Technician

Adecco; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency is recruiting a Fleet Vehicle Technician to ensure the operational capability of police vehicles at Ferndown Police Station. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and the chance to support public safety through effective vehicle maintenance. Candidates should possess technical qualifications, excellent communication skills, and a full UK driving licence. Join a team that values your expertise in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Full-time opportunity

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Significant post-apprenticeship experience in motor vehicle service and repair.
• Awareness of health and safety standards and regulations.
• Current Vehicle Inspectorate Nominated Tester Certificate or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair fleet vehicles to industry standards.
• Ensure that vehicles are safe and legally compliant.
• Complete maintenance documents accurately and efficiently.
• Provide specialist engineering expertise and advice.

Skills

Motor vehicle service and repair

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Knowledge of diagnostic techniques

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 standard

Tools

MS Office applications

Job description

Adecco are please to be recruiting for a Fleet Vehicle Technician to work within the Dorset Police Force based at Ferndown Police Station.

Location

Ferndown, Dorset

Contract

Temporary, Full Time 37 hours per week Monday to Friday. Hourly Rate £15.09

Driving Requirement

Yes, Full UK Driving Licence.

Purpose of the Role

As a Fleet Vehicle Technician, you will deliver prompt, efficient, and effective repair services to ensure vehicle availability for all users. Your expertise will help keep all assets owned by Devon & Cornwall and Dorset Police safe, reliable, and compliant with legal standards.

Main Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair fleet vehicles to industry and force standards.
• Ensure that all vehicles are safe, reliable, and legally compliant.
• Complete maintenance documents accurately and efficiently.
• Carry out unscheduled repairs swiftly to maintain high levels of vehicle availability.
• Respond positively to demands to sustain operational capability.
• Deliver a customer-focused vehicle maintenance service, adhering to agreed standards and schedules.
• Comply with health and safety legislation and procedures in the workshop.
• Provide specialist engineering expertise and advice to users.
• Utilise diagnostic systems to efficiently identify vehicle faults.
• Drive police vehicles safely and in accordance with Force policy.
• Manage the commissioning and disposal of Force vehicles.

Essential Criteria

• A high degree of competence in motor vehicle service and repair, ideally to City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 standard, with significant post-apprenticeship experience.
• Awareness of risk assessments, COSHH regulations, and health and safety standards in vehicle maintenance.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a systematic approach.
• Up-to-date knowledge of motor vehicle engineering practices, including diagnostic techniques.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction at all levels.
• A full UK driving licence.
• A current Vehicle Inspectorate Nominated Tester Certificate or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Outlook and Word.
• Experience working efficiently to industry repair times.

Why Join Us

Be part of a team that plays a vital role in supporting public safety. Enjoy a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to work full-time. Contribute to a positive, team-oriented environment where your expertise is valued. Make a real impact by ensuring the operational capability of police vehicles!

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience. Join us in making a difference today!

Equal Opportunities

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Accessibility and Disability Confidence

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.