Vehicle Technician

Proactive Personnel Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Derby is seeking a motivated Light Vehicle Mechanic for a permanent position. The ideal candidate will perform vehicle maintenance and repairs, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Key requirements include relevant vocational qualifications and a valid Driving Licence. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, a Local Government Pension Scheme, and opportunities for professional development. Immediate interviews are available.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Occupational sick pay scheme

Professional development training

Wellbeing package

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle maintenance operations required.
• Qualified MOT tester in Classes 4 and 7 is advantageous.
• Valid full Driving Licence with a minimum of category B needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and troubleshoot problems.
• Ensure work complies with safety standards and regulations.
• Maintain records of repairs and services performed.
• Collaborate with team to enhance workflow.
• Drive vehicles for test drives and functioning checks.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Driving (category B)

Education

Relevant vocational qualification

Tools

Standard and specialist tools

Job description

Proactive Personnel are currently working in partnership with a local authority to recruit a highly motivated Light Vehicle Mechanic to join their team permanently.

The team supports the maintenance and repair of a diverse fleet of motor vehicles from a wide range of companies.

You will need to be suitably experienced and hold a relevant vocational qualification in vehicle maintenance operations and a valid full Driving Licence with a minimum of category B.

Being a qualified MOT tester in Classes 4 and 7 would be advantageous but not essential.

All standard and specialist tools are supplied as part of the position, along with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and branded workwear.

The role will be based at a brand new state-of-the-art, purpose-built workshop in the centre of Derby, including free parking.

Standard working hours are Monday to Thursday 8.00 – 1600 & Friday 0800 – 1530 – just 37 hours per week. NO WEEKENDS!

We offer a friendly and supportive working environment, Derby-based work, and the opportunity to develop yourself and your career.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on vehicles, utilizing mechanical knowledge and hand tools effectively.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and troubleshoot problems using power tools as needed.
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs and services performed.
• Collaborate with team members to enhance workflow and efficiency.
• Drive vehicles as necessary for test drives and to ensure proper functioning post-repair.

Benefits once permanent include:

• Generous 25 days of annual leave plus another 5 with 5 years of continuous service, plus 8 bank holidays
• Access to excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
• Regular standard working hours Monday to Friday – supporting a great work-life balance – NO WEEKENDS
• Occupational sick pay scheme – up to 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay after 5 years service.
• Commitment to your continuing professional development with ongoing training opportunities
• Regular annual pay increments
• A comprehensive wellbeing package including physio, counselling & occupational health
• Discountonleisurecentrememberships

Due to the nature of the work undertaken, the successful candidate will be required to undertake and pass a police security NPPV2 vetting check.

Immediate interviews/starts are available – please call Reece on 01332 233 332 or apply with your CV now!