Vehicle Technician

Retired; Goole; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A council in East Riding of Yorkshire is seeking a Vehicle Technician to maintain and repair a variety of vehicles and plant equipment. The role involves working independently and in a team to support essential council services, requiring an NVQ Level 2 qualification and related experience in vehicle maintenance. This full-time position offers benefits including a pension scheme and training opportunities, providing a great chance for those looking to further their career in vehicle maintenance.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Training opportunities

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience or NVQ Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills for interaction with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair vehicles and plant equipment.
• Provide support for various council services such as refuse collection.
• Use diagnostic tools and software as part of the maintenance process.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Basic IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Job Title: Vehicle Technician

Location: Based at various locations across East Riding of Yorkshire

Salary: £31,067 - £32,115 per annum

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

Closing Date: 7 July 2025

Do you have time served experience or a minimum NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Vehicle Maintenance?

The Vehicle Maintenance Unit which is part of the Fleet Services Department are responsible for maintaining and repairing over 650 vehicles and 1,100 of plant equipment. This essential function ensures that the council provides crucial services including refuse collection, school transport and road gritting.

The Council's Fleet Is Highly Diverse And Includes

• Small equipment, lawn mowers, tractors and woodchippers
• Large commercial vehicles including crane lorries, tippers and refuse collection trucks
• Specialist equipment including paving machines and road rollers
• Standard vehicles including panel vans and minibuses comprising half of the council's fleet.
  
  

Ideally You Will

• Have time served experience or possess a minimum NVQ Level 2 qualification
• Have strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Have good communication skills and be able to interact with clients and colleagues
• Have basic IT skills to enable you to use diagnostic tools and software.
  
  

Benefits

We offer benefits including:

• The Local Government Pension Scheme
• Training opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
  
  

Additional Information

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is pursuing equality of opportunity in employment.

Based at various locations across East Riding of Yorkshire for 37 hours each per week, as part of a permanent contract.

Please click APPLY to be redirected to the council's website to complete your application.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Automotive Technician Car Service Technician, Auto Mechanic, Vehicle Maintenance Technician, Automotive Service Engineer may also be considered.

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