Vehicle Technician (Fareham) - HC622386

Hampshire County Council; Fareham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Fareham seeks a Vehicle Technician for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police Transport Department. This role involves diagnosing and repairing various police vehicles, ensuring they are road-ready. Ideal candidates will have strong maintenance skills and the ability to work under pressure. Full-time, permanent position with attractive benefits including competitive pay and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Wellbeing services

Flexi-time options

Professional development

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle repair and maintenance.
• Ability to work unsupervised on specialized vehicles.
• Understanding of police vehicle requirements.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles for police transport.
• Perform routine service checks and repairs.
• Contribute to keeping the fleet operational.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Diagnosing vehicle issues

Working under pressure

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Vehicle lifts

Job description

Overview

Vehicle Technician (Fareham) - HC622386

Job Title: Vehicle Technician - HC622386

Location: Fareham

Pay Grade: Scale 6, £36,247.00 - £38,329.00 per annum which includes a £4,000.00 market supplement. Plus overtime opportunities.

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week. Hours of work are Monday to Friday (08:00 - 16:30, Monday to Thursday) and Friday 08:00 - 16:00.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and maintain various vehicles for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police Transport Department.
• Work on a variety of fleet vehicles, including high performance cars for roads policing and armed response, and vans for public order operations.
• Carry out servicing, repairs and vehicle road tests; perform basic vehicle fits to ensure police use readiness.
• Work under pressure and, when required, unsupervised on vehicles fitted with police equipment.
• Contribute to keeping the fleet fully operational at the Fareham workshop.
• Support local and national events as part of the role.

What we offer

• Wellbeing services and option to join the sports and social club, with discounts at local retailers and attractions.
• Flexi time option providing up to 13 days extra leave per year for personal or medical needs.
• Continued professional development including MOT courses and IMI Level 3 accreditation for electric vehicles (EVs); tools and PPE supplied.
• Employee benefits including competitive pay progression, family-friendly policies, generous annual leave (24 days pro-rata, rising to 29 after 5 years, then 30 after 20 years), Local Government Pension Scheme, cycle to work, and access to learning opportunities.
• Blue Light Card and Hampshire Police Leisure and Sports Club access; 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme; long service and recognition awards; staff representation groups.
• Additional benefits noted with eligibility periods where applicable.

Application

To apply for this role with a CV, click the "Apply Now" button at the top or bottom of the advert page to submit your application. Upload your CV.

Contact

For an informal chat about the role or any queries, contact the Police Recruitment Team who can connect you with the fleet management team. Email: [e-mail] or call 023 8045 1611.

Please note that the email address you supply when submitting an application will be used for contact throughout the full lifecycle of the vacancy and cannot be amended; ensure you use an accessible email address as the process may take several months.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary is an inclusive employer and promotes flexible working to meet operational requirements. We encourage applications from all sections of the community and provide support through the application and assessment process via the Positive Action team at [e-mail]. We also provide reasonable adjustments as needed during recruitment.