HGV Technician - Communities - Fleet

Bridgend County Borough Council; Wales; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Wales is seeking a qualified HGV Technician to join their team. The role involves maintaining a fleet of up to 350 vehicles in a busy workshop. Applicants should have NVQ Level 3 and a valid Category C driving licence. The position offers 25 days of annual leave, a 4-day work week, and participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme, among other benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Family-friendly work policies

Qualifications

• A valid driving licence (Category C) is required.
• A vetting check by South Wales Police is necessary.
• Health Surveillance assessment is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the fleet of up to 350 vehicles.
• Operate in a busy workshop environment.
• Repair all aspects using diagnostic equipment.
• Engage in training for the Council's Zero Carbon vision.

Skills

Qualified Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician

Utilising diagnostic equipment

Team collaboration

Education

NVQ Level 3

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. We are looking for a qualified Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician with a minimum of NVQ Level 3 to join our collaborative team based in our busy workshop located in the Bridgend area.

Work hours: 37 hours per week, 07:00 – 17:00. No weekend working unless paid as overtime when demands prevail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Bridgend County Borough Council’s Fleet of up to 350 vehicles across the County.
• Operate in a busy workshop environment with tools, equipment, and PPE supplied on starting date.
• Utilise state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment to repair all aspects of vehicles and Council Equipment.
• Engage in continual training to support the Council’s Zero Carbon vision for 2027.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Qualified Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician with a minimum of NVQ Level 3.
• A valid driving licence is a requirement for this post (Category C).
• A vetting check by South Wales Police is a requirement for this post.
• A Health Surveillance assessment through our Occupational Health Service is a requirement for this post.

Benefits and Working Arrangements

Bridgend County Borough Council benefits from 25 days annual leave, plus a 4-day "family friendly" working week allowing a long weekend every 5 weeks, bank holidays, and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. The Council offers family-friendly policies for work-life balance, training and development opportunities, and schemes providing concessions on purchases to contribute to the "Feel Good Factor".

Additional Information

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

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

Closing Date: 15 October 2025

Shortlisting Date: W/C 20 October 2025

Interview Date: W/c 10 November 2025

About the Role

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