Vehicle Technician (Laindon)

Essex & Kent Police; Basildon; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police force is seeking a Vehicle Technician to work at their Laindon workshop. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in vehicle maintenance and diagnostics, ensuring the fleet's operational readiness. The position requires strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a valid driving license. A full-time, permanent position offering competitive salary and benefits is available.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Government pension scheme

Tool allowance

Gym facilities

Free parking

Discounts at shops and restaurants

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Motor Vehicle technician role with at least 5 years as a fully qualified technician.
• Completion of manufacturer training.
• Good understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Carry out service, maintenance, and repairs on cars and light commercial vehicles.
• Perform safety inspections and diagnostic testing on fleet vehicles.
• Order vehicles for maintenance and ensure completion to standard and quality.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Computer Literacy

Vehicle Maintenance Knowledge

Education

City & Guilds 2 & 3 in Motor Vehicle Studies or equivalent

Senior/Master Technician qualifications

Tools

Diagnostic Equipment

Job description

Location & Key Details

Location of Role: Laindon

Advert Closing Date: 27/11/2025

Starting Salary: £38,754.00 (pro-rata for part-time vacancies)

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Mon-Fri

Weekend/Evening Working: No

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Vehicle Technician based at Essex Police workshops in Laindon near Basildon. This is a challenging role that requires the successful candidate to have a minimum of 5 years’ experience of working in a vehicle workshop environment and a good understanding of vehicle maintenance, electrical systems, diagnostics and health and safety.

The role involves carrying out the full duties of a Vehicle Technician: service, maintenance and repairs on cars and light commercial vehicles in a safe and efficient manner, performing safety inspections, diagnostic testing and problem‑solving on a wide range of fleet vehicles and Police vehicle equipment, completing documentation (job sheets, service sheets, parts requests, electronic labour input), and modifying all types of fleet vehicles, fitting specialised Police equipment. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential.

Essex Police offer agile working which allows some flexibility in terms of arrangements. Due to the operational nature of this role, it will be workshop‑based within a team. Your priority will be to order vehicles for maintenance and ensure completion to standard and quality, identifying warranty claims for recovery from manufacturers.

What You Need to Have

• Flexible, proactive, team player who works well with others.
• Pride in the completion and presentation of repairs.
• Computer literate.
• Full driving licence.
• Good industry knowledge and awareness.
• Completion of manufacturer training.
• Good understanding and working knowledge of diagnostic equipment.
• A basic knowledge of computers for inputting and retrieving vehicle details via the fleet management system.
• Proven experience in a Motor Vehicle technician role with at least 5 years as a fully qualified technician.
• City & Guilds 2 & 3 in Motor Vehicle Studies or equivalent NVQ level 3 in light vehicle maintenance and repair, or equivalent relevant qualification.
• Hold Senior/Master Technician qualifications or working towards this level.
• Ability to network and build effective relationships.
• Good understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace.
• Working effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

At Shortlisting We Will Be Looking For Evidence Of

• Experience working in a vehicle workshop and a proven track record of service, repair and maintenance across a wide range of vehicles, including electric and hybrid.
• Areas of expertise in vehicle repair and maintenance with level of qualifications gained through training.
• Problem‑solving ability and experience using the latest diagnostic equipment for fault finding, code reading, module software updating and programming.
• Experience and understanding of health and safety at work.
• Ability to work within a team, being flexible, proactive, and a team player who works well with others.

What We Offer In Return

• 25 days annual leave per year increasing with service.
• Enrolment into the local Government pension Scheme.
• 37‑hour working week, closed weekends.
• Tool allowance paid monthly.
• Ongoing Manufacturer's training when available.
• A flexible workforce.
• On‑site gym facilities at several stations.
• Free parking at most of our sites.
• Discounts at a variety of shops and restaurants.
• Discounted excursions via our Sports and Social Association.

Essex Police offer incremental increases within this salary band, therefore the salary for this position will rise to a maximum of £40,890.00.

Equal Opportunities

Kent Police and Essex Police welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, sex, or employment status.

We will make adjustments to the selection process, working arrangements and/or the working environment where reasonable in all circumstances.

Disability Confident

• We have subjected our Disability Confident self‑assessment to external challenge and validation.
• We are taking an active leadership role in encouraging and helping other employers on their journey to becoming Disability Confident.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion are central to the values of our organisation. At Essex Police we value and embrace the unique experiences, identities and abilities that each of us bring to our roles. We strive to empower everyone to bring their authentic self openly and safely to work.

Employer Information

Essex Police and Kent Police are an equal opportunities employer. Communications may be recorded for monitoring purposes.