Vehicle Technician

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension

Generous annual leave

Training and career development

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts

Job summary

Kirklees Metropolitan Council is seeking a Vehicle Technician to maintain the fleet to high standards within the Transport Services team. You will ensure safety, compliance and roadworthiness through inspections, servicing and fault diagnosis.

The role involves supporting apprentices, working with diagnostic tools, and keeping electric and hybrid vehicles in optimal condition, with occasional on‑call shifts and competitive pay structures.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Certificate in Motor Vehicle Repair or equivalent.
• DVSA MOT examiner certification or willingness to train at no cost.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Class C licence or willingness to train at no cost.
• Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Repair qualification or willingness to train at no cost.
• Experience using diagnostic software.
• Ability to work as part of a team, including standby arrangements (roughly 1 week in 6) with extra payment.
• Good literacy, numeracy and basic IT skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out HGV safety inspections and scheduled servicing.
• Diagnosing faults across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Preparing vehicles for DVSA annual tests and MOT/taxi compliance testing.
• Maintaining electric and hybrid vehicles.
• Supporting apprentices and less experienced staff.
• Participating in out‑of‑hours breakdown rota (extra payment).
• Using diagnostic software and fleet management systems.

Skills

Diagnostic software usage

Teamwork & standby availability

Strong communication

Literacy, numeracy & IT basics

Education

Level 3 Certificate in Motor Vehicle Repair

DVSA MOT examiner certification (or willingness to train)

Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Repair qualification

Full UK Driving Licence

Class C licence

Job description

About the Role

As a Vehicle Technician, you'll play a vital role in maintaining Kirklees Council's fleet to the highest standards. Working within our Transport Services team, you'll help ensure our vehicles and plant are safe, compliant, and roadworthy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out HGV safety inspections and scheduled servicing
• Diagnosing faults across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Preparing vehicles for DVSA annual tests and MOT/taxi compliance testing
• Maintaining electric and hybrid vehicles
• Supporting apprentices and less experienced staff
• Participating in out-of-hours breakdown rota (extra Payment)
• Using diagnostic software and fleet management systems

About You

We're looking for someone with the right qualifications and hands‑on experience. You'll need:

• Level 3 Certificate in Motor Vehicle Repair (or equivalent)
• DVSA MOT examiner certification (or willingness to train, no cost to you)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Class C licence (or willingness to train, No cost to you)
• Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Repair qualification (or willingness to train, no cost to you )
• Experience using diagnostic software
• Ability to work part of a team, including standby arrangements, on average 1 week in 6 (extra payment)
• Good literacy, numeracy, and basic IT skills
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

If you don't meet the requirements of this role or are semi-skilled, please take a look at our Vehicle Technician Improvers vacancy.

For more information about this role and the requirements, please view the attached Job Profile.

What can we offer?

• Excellent local goverment pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and career development
• A range of family friendly polices
• Discounts with local and national retailers
• We offer a wide range of well-being initiatives including a cycle to work scheme and discounted KAL membership.

If you have any questions about the role or would like an informal chat please contact Beth Wrafter on 01484 221000 or at [e-mail]

Weekday, Evening and Saturday morning interview slots are available if required

Nick Clegg-breartonis the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.

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Closing date

27 September 2026, 11:55 PM