Fleet Vehicle Technician (HGV/EV) - Training & On-Call Pay

Environment Journal; Kirklees; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirklees Metropolitan Council is seeking a Vehicle Technician to maintain the council's fleet to high standards within the Transport Services team. The role includes inspections, servicing, fault diagnosis, and preparation for DVSA tests, with emphasis on EV/hybrid maintenance.

You will work in a team, support apprentices, and may join an out-of-hours breakdown rota with extra pay. A UK driving licence and relevant qualifications are required.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Certificate in Motor Vehicle Repair (or equivalent).
• DVSA MOT examiner certification (or willingness to train, no cost to you).
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Class C licence (or willingness to train, No cost to you).
• Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Repair qualification (or willingness to train, no cost to you).
• Experience using diagnostic software.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out HGV safety inspections and scheduled servicing.
• Diagnosing faults across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems.
• Preparing vehicles for DVSA annual tests and MOT/taxi compliance testing.
• Maintaining electric and hybrid vehicles.
• Supporting apprentices and less experienced staff.
• Participating in out-of-hours breakdown rota (extra payment).
• Using diagnostic software and fleet management systems.

Skills

Strong communication and teamwork

Good literacy and numeracy

Basic IT skills

Ability to work in a team with standby

Experience using diagnostic software

Education

Level 3 Certificate in Motor Vehicle Repair

DVSA MOT examiner certification

Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Repair qualification

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Kirklees Metropolitan Council is seeking a Vehicle Technician to maintain the council's fleet to high standards within the Transport Services team. The role includes inspections, servicing, fault diagnosis, and preparation for DVSA tests, with emphasis on EV/hybrid maintenance.

You will work in a team, support apprentices, and may join an out-of-hours breakdown rota with extra pay. A UK driving licence and relevant qualifications are required.