HGV Technician – Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; England; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A public safety organization is seeking an experienced HGV Technician to maintain its fleet and ensure operational efficiency. The ideal candidate should have a level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance qualification and experience in diagnosing faults in vehicles. The role offers a competitive salary of £35,235 plus standby payments and various benefits, contributing to a mission of community safety.

Benefits

Standby payment

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in diagnosing and rectifying faults in vehicles.
• Proven experience with various mechanical repairs including hydraulics and engines.
• Ability to fabricate basic components using different materials.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Services fleet of appliances and vehicles.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT testing.
• Carry out repairs and diagnose faults in various vehicles.

Skills

Fault diagnosis and repairs

Mechanical repairs

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Technical certificate or NVQ

Job description

HGV Technician – Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Salary £35,235 per annum (plus standby payment of up to £5,423 available when standby duties are undertaken) + benefits

About the role

We are seeking to fill an upcoming vacancy for the role of Vehicle Technician (HGV).
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a firm commitment to inclusivity, fairness, dignity and the highest standards of ethical behaviours and champion these in their day-to-day work in compliance with our ethical code of conduct.

A time served and qualified engineer with relevant qualifications, minimum of level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

We welcome applications from all sections of society with the necessary skills, qualifications and experience and encourage applications from underrepresented groups in our workforce or society.

About Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service are one of the UK’s leading Fire and Rescue Services for responding and innovation. We pride ourselves in striving to ‘Create the Safest Community’ and our dedicated, and diverse workforce are committed to delivering this.

The Service values and respects the diversity of its employees and aims to recruit a workforce that represents the communities we serve.

As an HGV Technician you will:

• Undertake maintenance of the Services fleet of appliances, light vans, cars and marine craft.
• Carry out fault diagnosis and repairs on any reported defects.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT.
• Attend Stations and other Service locations to carry out maintenance/repairs

We are seeking a candidate who has demonstrable experience of:

• A relevant Mechanical qualification such as a technical certificate, NVQ or apprenticeship.
• Proven experience in a work environment of diagnosing and rectifying faults including those present in electrical/electronic systems fitted to modern vehicles and plant.
• Ability to undertake all types of mechanical repairs including hydraulics, diesel and petrol engines, automatic transmissions, retarders, full air braking systems, ABS and traction control systems
• Ability to fabricate basic components using a variety of materials, including metal and wood.
• Excellent communication and IT skills
• Ability to work consistently and to deadlines whilst producing good quality work.

The Selection Process

Set out below are the key dates relating to this selection process:

Stage Timeline

Advert closes Tuesday 12th August at 12:00pm

Notification of shortlist W/C 11th August 2025

On-site assessment: Interview WC 18th August 2025

*Please note the dates and stages detailed may be subject to change

Salary: £35,235 per annum (plus standby payment of up to £5,423 available when standby duties are undertaken) + benefits

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