Fleet Vehicle Technician - 4 Day Week & MOT Ready

South Tyneside Council; South Tyneside; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

South Tyneside Council in South Shields is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join our busy Workshop Team. The role covers inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair of cars, vans, HGVs, refuse collection vehicles and specialist equipment to keep frontline services moving.

You will diagnose faults, prepare for annual MOT, maintain accurate servicing records and participate in winter maintenance and emergency response.

Qualifications

• Car, van, HGV and specialist equipment vehicle maintenance experience.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults.
• Prepare vehicles for annual MOT testing and conduct MOTs where qualified.

Responsibilities

• Carry out safety inspections, servicing, maintenance and repairs on a variety of vehicles and plant.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults.
• Prepare vehicles for annual MOT testing and undertake MOT tests where qualified.
• Complete servicing records, inspection reports and defect documentation accurately.
• Participate in vehicle and plant recovery operations when required.
• Assist with seasonal maintenance and emergency response activities, including winter maintenance support.
• Work to high health and safety standards while contributing to a positive team environment.

Job description

South Tyneside Council in South Shields is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join our busy Workshop Team. The role covers inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair of cars, vans, HGVs, refuse collection vehicles and specialist equipment to keep frontline services moving.

You will diagnose faults, prepare for annual MOT, maintain accurate servicing records and participate in winter maintenance and emergency response.