Motor Vehicle Technician in Newcastle upon Tyne)

Ad Warrior Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable council in Newcastle Upon Tyne is seeking a qualified Motor Vehicle Technician (MOT Tester) to join their team on a permanent contract. The ideal candidate will have completed a recognised apprenticeship in motor vehicle engineering and hold a valid MOT tester qualification. This position offers various benefits including annual leave, overtime opportunities, and access to a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days Annual leave (rising to 29 after 5 years)

Opportunity to work overtime

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Car Leasing scheme

Access to training and development resources

Qualifications

• Must have served a recognised apprenticeship in motor vehicle engineering.
• Valid MOT tester qualification required.
• Category B driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compliance and MOT testing of licensed taxis & hackney carriages.
• Join the dedicated team of testers at the MOT test station facility.

Skills

Recognised apprenticeship in motor vehicle engineering to NVQ level 3

Valid MOT tester qualification

Category B driving licence

Categories D1 & C LGV licence

Job description

Motor Vehicle Technician (MOT Tester)

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne

Salary: £36,363 - £39,862 per annum

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time

Closing Date: 25th November 2025

The Council (City Transport) are seeking a qualified MOT tester, time served motor vehicle technician to be appointed on a permanent contract.

The Role

City Transport have two test stations testing class 4,5 & 7 vehicles, with one site conducting compliance and MOT testing of Licenced Taxis & Hackney carriages.

The successful candidate will join the dedicated team of testers at the modern MOT test station facility at Wincomblee road in Walker.

Skills and Qualifications

• You will have served a recognised apprenticeship in motor vehicle engineering to NVQ level 3 or equivalent
• You will hold a valid MOT tester qualification
• You will hold a category B driving licence is essential with categories D1 & C LGV licence being advantageous

Benefits

• 25 days Annual leave (rising to 29 Days after 5 years' service) plus public bank holidays
• Opportunity to work overtime
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme with the option of making additional contributions
• Car Leasing scheme
• Access to a wide range of training, learning & development

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Council, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/job_title/288091