Vehicle Technician - Improver

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirklees Metropolitan Council is seeking a Vehicle Technician to join their Transport Services team. The role involves vehicle maintenance, inspections, and repairs, with training provided to develop skills. A supportive environment and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Supportive team environment

Ongoing training and career development

Excellent pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Discounts with retailers

Well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• Possession of an HGV licence or willingness to train.
• Experience in maintaining and repairing motor vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Carry out vehicle inspections, servicing, maintenance, and repairs.
• Work primarily at George Street Depot, occasionally in Huddersfield.

Skills

Knowledge of vehicles

Understanding of Health & Safety legislation

Experience in a busy workshop

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ Level 2 in Motor Vehicle

Job description

Transport Services is responsible for all aspects of transport and related services, including procurement, maintenance, and disposal on behalf of the Council. The fleet comprises approximately 800 vehicles, ranging from small light commercials to large heavy goods refuse vehicles. Transport Services operate from three vehicle repair facilities across Kirklees.

Your role involves working as part of a team to ensure that Kirklees Council remains at the forefront of vehicle maintenance excellence. You will receive training to develop your knowledge and practical skills to progress to a fully qualified Vehicle Technician. This includes working on the full range of fleet vehicles, carrying out tasks such as HGV Preventative Maintenance Inspections, scheduled servicing, auxiliary equipment repairs, preparing HGVs for periodic tests, attending breakdowns, and maintaining Electric and Hybrid Vehicles.

You must adhere to health and safety standards and local procedures, working safely at all times. Reporting to a Workshop Team Leader and the Transport Workshops Manager, you will be part of an evolving workshop environment that embraces technological innovations and continuous professional development.

The role requires carrying out vehicle inspections, servicing, maintenance, and repairs in line with DVSA standards. You will work primarily at George Street Depot in Dewsbury, with occasional work at our other workshop in Huddersfield.

We are looking for an individual who has:

• Knowledge of vehicles and plant operated within local authorities, including related equipment
• Possession of an HGV licence or willingness to undertake training to obtain one
• City & Guilds/NVQ Level 2 in Motor Vehicle
• Understanding of Health & Safety legislation relevant to workshop environments
• Willingness to work at various locations within Kirklees
• Experience in a busy workshop environment maintaining and repairing motor vehicles, or the ability to demonstrate sufficient experience and progress towards this

For more details, please view the attached Job Profile.

What we offer includes:

• Generous annual leave
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and career development
• Excellent pension scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Discounts with retailers
• Well-being initiatives, including a cycle to work scheme

If you hold a Level 3 NVQ and have broader experience, see the link for the Mechanic/Technician Grade 9 role.

If you have questions, contact Tom Freeland (Transport Workshops Manager) at 01484 221000 or [e-mail]. To be shortlisted, demonstrate how you meet the Employee Specification in the attached Job Profile; CVs are not accepted.

For informal discussions or more information, contact Tom Freeland as above. We encourage applications from people with disabilities and can provide support for completing applications. Contact the Recruitment Team at [e-mail] or 01484 221000.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable groups. The closing date is 29 May 2025, 11:55 PM. To apply, click the 'Apply Now' link below.