Vehicle Mechanic / Fitter - Vans and Pickups

ANT Recruitment Ltd; Studley CP; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

ANT Recruitment Ltd is seeking a qualified Vehicle Mechanic / Fitter to service vans and pickups in a busy light-vehicle fleet operation. You will perform routine servicing, inspections and diagnostics in a mixed workshop environment, ensuring repairs meet standards.

The role requires a Level 3 light-vehicle qualification and practical experience with vans, with a methodical diagnostic approach and a valid UK driving licence. A team-focused, safety-conscious mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 3 light-vehicle qualification or equivalent.
• Proven practical experience servicing and repairing vans, pickups or light fleet vehicles.
• Good diagnostic approach and ability to explain checks after a repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, servicing and pre-MOT prep on light vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
• Follow service manuals and diagnostic procedures to identify faults.

Skills

Light-vehicle servicing

Diagnostics & repair

UK driving licence

Education

Level 3 light-vehicle qualification

Job description

Vehicle Mechanic / Fitter - Vans and Pickups

Location:Redditch, United Kingdom
Sector: Automotive / Light Vehicle Fleet Maintenance
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: Hourly rate dependent on experience
Hours: 40 hours per week plus overtime as required
Recruitment Partner: ANT Recruitment

About the Company

We are recruiting for an established UK transport and engineering business delivering general haulage, specialist transport and heavy-lift projects. You will work within an operation where reliable equipment, practical expertise and close teamwork support demanding customer assignments.

The Role

We are looking for a qualified Vehicle Mechanic / Fitter to maintain vans, pickups and other light fleet vehicles. You will complete servicing, inspections, diagnosis and repairs within a mixed workshop, working alongside colleagues who maintain the wider plant fleet.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete routine inspections, servicing and pre-MOT preparation on light vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and relevant electrical faults.
• Use service information and appropriate diagnostic methods to identify the cause of defects.
• Record repairs, checks and outstanding work clearly.
• Raise safety defects and communicate when a vehicle should remain unavailable.
• Coordinate daily priorities with the workshop manager and support colleagues within your competence.
• Maintain an orderly work area and apply safe workshop procedures.
• Identify unfamiliar systems or tasks that require training or technical support.

Skills and Experience Required

• Level 3 Advanced Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician qualification or equivalent relevant light-vehicle qualification.
• Practical experience servicing and repairing vans, pickups or comparable light vehicles.
• A methodical diagnostic approach and ability to explain the checks made after a repair.
• Full, clean and valid UK driving licence.
• Good communication, organisation and a reliable approach to workshop teamwork.

Desirable Experience

• Mixed fleet experience and confidence with a range of vehicle ages.
• Relevant electrical diagnostic capability.Experience working alongside a plant or commercial-vehicle workshop.

Candidate Profile

You are a qualified light-vehicle technician who enjoys varied fleet work. You approach diagnosis methodically, organise servicing and repairs effectively and take pride in returning vehicles to service safely.

Package and Working Arrangements

We offer varied technical work within a specialist transport and engineering operation, with a three-month probation and review. Contact us to discuss the role-specific hourly rate, overtime arrangements and benefits.

This opportunity offers varied light-vehicle maintenance work within an established transport operation, keeping vans and pickups reliable through careful servicing, diagnosis and repair.