Vehicle Technician

Bluetownonline Ltd; London; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading local council is seeking a Vehicle Technician to maintain and repair a fleet of over 650 vehicles. The successful candidate will require at least an NVQ Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance and will join a dynamic team that supports crucial services within the community. Competitive salary with excellent benefits, including a pension scheme and training opportunities, is offered.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Training opportunities

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Time served experience or minimum NVQ Level 2 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining and repairing a diverse fleet of over 650 vehicles.
• Ensuring continuity of essential services including refuse collection and school transport.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

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.