Van/Light Tipper Mechanic

ARM; Redditch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vehicle maintenance provider located in Redditch is looking for a skilled technician to service, maintain, and repair light commercial vehicles. The ideal candidate will possess a City & Guilds Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and have experience in a vehicle workshop. This opportunity offers an immediate start in a supportive environment, with the potential for contract extension based on performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a vehicle workshop.
• Strong diagnostic skills on light commercial vehicles.
• Previous work in fleet environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair light commercial vehicles.
• Conduct safety inspections and routine maintenance.
• Diagnose mechanical faults to ensure vehicle compliance.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Repair skills

Attention to detail

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair light commercial vehicles (including vans and tippers) and light plant equipment.
• Conduct safety inspections and routine maintenance in accordance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical faults to ensure all vehicles are roadworthy and compliant.
• Maintain accurate records of all work completed, including service logs and defect reports.
• Ensure a high standard of housekeeping in the workshop and comply with health and safety procedures at all times.

About You

Essential:

• City & Guilds Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience working in a vehicle workshop, ideally within a fleet environment.
• Strong diagnostic and repair skills on light commercial vehicles.

Desirable:

• DVSA Nominated Tester certification for Class 4 (Class 5 & 7 highly desirable but not essential).
• Welding and fabricating skills (not essential but advantageous).
• Experience with local authority or public sector vehicle maintenance is a plus.

What We Offer

Opportunity to work in a well-equipped, supportive workshop environment.

Immediate start with consistent hours.

Potential for contract extension based on performance and business need.

Be part of a team where your work makes a real difference to essential local services.