HGV Workshop Technician – LGV Diagnostics & MOT Readiness

Northumberland County Council; Sheepwash; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

LGPS pension

Flexi scheme

Job summary

Northumberland County Council is seeking a permanent, full-time HGV Workshop Technician for the Stakeford Depot. The role focuses on efficient maintenance of council vehicles and plant, preparing all vehicles to MOT and LGV testing standards.

You will diagnose faults via road testing, visual inspections, and diagnostic software, with Level 3 qualifications and DVSA licensing knowledge essential. The job covers LGV vehicles from 7.5t to 44t.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 (or equivalent) in vehicle/plant maintenance with DVSA operator licensing knowledge.
• Experience diagnosing faults by road testing and using diagnostic software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Council vehicles and plant to MOT and LGV testing standards.
• Diagnose faults by road testing, visual inspections and using diagnostic software.
• Maintain LGV (7.5t to 44t) vehicles as per DVSA standards.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Road testing

Vehicle maintenance

DVSA standards knowledge

Education

Level 3 in vehicle/plant maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Northumberland County Council is seeking a permanent, full-time HGV Workshop Technician for the Stakeford Depot. The role focuses on efficient maintenance of council vehicles and plant, preparing all vehicles to MOT and LGV testing standards.

You will diagnose faults via road testing, visual inspections, and diagnostic software, with Level 3 qualifications and DVSA licensing knowledge essential. The job covers LGV vehicles from 7.5t to 44t.