Vehicle Fleet Technician

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Binstead; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid trial shift

28 days' holiday

Company pension

Autonomy in workshop

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd in Hampshire is seeking an experienced Vehicle Fleet Technician to join our busy vehicle services team. You will service and repair a mixed fleet of minibuses, vans, and cars, ensuring safety and reliability for community transport and commercial operations.

This role offers a Monday to Friday schedule with no weekend work, flexible start times, a salary up to £55,000 with OTE up to £60,000, 28 days’ holiday and a company pension.

Qualifications

• Proven experience repairing and maintaining cars, vans or light commercial vehicles.
• Level 3 qualification or equivalent is desirable but not essential.
• Experience with diagnostics, clutches, wet belts and general mechanical repairs.
• Ability to work safely, methodically and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Reliable, organized and able to make sound technical decisions.
• Comfortable working independently in a close-knit workshop.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair a mixed fleet of minibuses, cars and light commercial vehicles.
• Complete servicing, inspections, diagnostics and mechanical repairs.
• Work on Peugeot Boxers, Fiat Ducatos, Ford Transits, Mercedes-Benz Sprinters and others.
• Diagnose faults to minimise downtime.
• Complete mechanical repairs including clutches and wet belt replacement.
• Conduct safety checks and prepare vehicles for compliance inspections.
• Attend occasional breakdowns, including vehicles transporting vulnerable passengers.
• Support the wider workshop team with servicing and repairs.
• Take ownership of jobs while collaborating with the lead technician.
• Assist with vehicle movements for inspections and testing.

Skills

Diagnostics experience

Mechanical repairs

Problem-solving

Independent working

Education

Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Job description

We are recruiting a Vehicle Fleet Technician to join our busy vehicle services business in Swanmore, Hampshire. You will support community transport and commercial vehicle operations within a well-established repair centre, helping to keep essential vehicles safe, reliable and operational.

• Salary of up to £55,000 basic, with OTE potential of up to £60,000
• Monday to Friday working hours with no weekend work
• Flexible start and finish times, including 07:00-16:00 or 08:00-17:00
• 28 days' holiday and company pension scheme
• Paid trial shift
• Varied work across minibuses, light commercial vehicles and cars
• Minimal administration and no customer-facing responsibilities
• Supportive, close-knit workshop environment with a high level of autonomy

Duties:

• As a Vehicle Fleet Technician, maintain and repair a mixed fleet of minibuses, cars and light commercial vehicles
• Complete servicing, inspections, diagnostics and mechanical repairs
• Work on Peugeot Boxers, Fiat Ducatos, Ford Transits, Mercedes-Benz Sprinters and other makes and models
• Diagnose faults efficiently to minimise vehicle downtime
• Complete mechanical repairs including clutches and wet belt replacement
• Carry out safety checks and prepare vehicles for compliance inspections
• Attend occasional breakdowns, including vehicles transporting vulnerable passengers
• Support the wider workshop team with servicing and repairs
• Take ownership of jobs while working collaboratively with the lead technician
• Assist occasionally with vehicle movements for inspections and testing

Requirements:

• The successful Vehicle Fleet Technician will have proven experience repairing and maintaining cars, vans or light commercial vehicles
• Level 3 qualification or equivalent practical experience is desirable but not essential
• Experience with diagnostics, clutches, wet belts and general mechanical repairs
• Ability to work safely, methodically and efficiently without close supervision
• Reliable, organised and confident making sound technical decisions
• Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently
• Comfortable giving and receiving direction within a close-knit workshop
• Professional communication skills and an approachable manner
• A full UK driving licence is desirable

This Vehicle Fleet Technician role suits an experienced professional seeking a well-paid Monday to Friday position offering variety, flexibility and autonomy.

If you are a dependable Vehicle Fleet Technician committed to vehicle safety and reliability, we would be pleased to hear from you.