HGV Technician - Communities - Fleet

BRIDGEND COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Bridgend is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to maintain a fleet of 350 vehicles. Candidates must have a minimum NVQ Level 3 qualification and a valid driving licence (Category C). The role offers benefits like 25 days annual leave, a 4-day working week every five weeks, and training opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

4-day working week every five weeks

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician with NVQ Level 3.
• Familiarity with workshop tools is essential.
• A valid driving licence (Category C) is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair a fleet of up to 350 vehicles.
• Work in a busy workshop environment with diagnostic equipment.
• Participate in continual training for Zero Carbon vision.

Skills

Qualified Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician

Good understanding of workshop tools and equipment

Valid driving licence (Category C)

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Overview

HGV Technician - Communities - Fleet

Bridgend County Borough Council works in collaboration with South Wales Police to maintain its Fleet of up to 350 vehicles across the County of Bridgend. Do you have the passion to be part of our dynamic team and support our Colleagues serving our communities?

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair a fleet of up to 350 vehicles across Bridgend County Borough Council in collaboration with South Wales Police.
• Work in a busy workshop located in the Bridgend area with access to state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment; PPE and tools/equipment are provided on starting.
• Operate in a workshop environment with familiarity of workshop tools and equipment.
• Participate in continual training to support the council\'s Zero Carbon vision for 2027.

Qualifications

• Qualified Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician with a minimum of NVQ Level 3.
• A valid driving licence (Category C) is required.
• Vetting check by South Wales Police is a requirement for this post.
• Health Surveillance assessment through the Occupational Health Service is a requirement for this post.
• Good understanding of a workshop environment and familiarity with workshop tools and equipment.

Working hours and benefits

Hours: 07:00 – 17:00. No weekend working unless paid as overtime when demands prevail. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, a 4-day "family friendly" working week every five weeks, bank holidays, and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. The role also offers family-friendly policies, training and development opportunities, and additional concession schemes supporting wellbeing.

Other information

Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.

A vetting check by South Wales Police is a requirement for this post.

A valid driving licence is required for this post (Category C).

A Health Surveillance assessment through our Occupational Health Service is a requirement for this post.

Closing Date: 15 October 2025
Shortlisting Date: W/C 20 October 2025
Interview Date: W/c 10 November 2025

Please contact Denzil Calford 01656 655555 Ext 67249 for further information.