Vehicle Technician / Mechanic

Education Authority NI; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Northern Ireland is seeking a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic to service and maintain various vehicles and equipment. Candidates must hold at least an NVQ Level 3 Motor Vehicle qualification and possess a full category B driving licence. The position offers a salary range of £31,022 - £32,597 per annum and a tool allowance. Applications must be submitted by October 7, 2025.

Benefits

Tool Allowance

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Motor Vehicle qualification or equivalent is required.
• Minimum three years’ experience in vehicle maintenance.
• Full current category B driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair all types of motor vehicles.
• Work to the highest standards without close supervision.

Skills

Maintenance of vehicles

Experience with vehicle electrics

Use of diagnostic computer equipment

Education

NVQ Level 3 Motor Vehicle or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Education Authority wish to appoint Vehicle Technician / Mechanic to join their team in Northern Ireland

Job Reference: 25005091

Location: Transport Depot Armagh

Contract Type: Permanent

Status: Full-Time

Working Pattern: 36 hours per week

Vacancies: 1 Post available

Grade/Scale: Vehicle Mechanic | NJC pt 17- 20 | £31,022 - £32,597 per annum

Additional Information: Tool Allowance is provided as an additional allowance.

Job Purpose

• To service, maintain and repair all types of motor vehicles, mechanical handling equipment and mobile plant/equipment in a safe, efficient and economical manner by deploying the requisite skills and expertise.
• Work to the highest standards without close supervision and achieve an acceptable level of work throughout whilst maintaining quality standards at all times.

Essential Criteria

The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and which may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

• Hold a minimum of NVQ Level 3 Motor Vehicle or an equivalent qualification.
• Hold a full current category B (or equivalent) driving licence.
• Evidence of a minimum of three years’ working experience of carrying out maintenance on a range of vehicles, plant and machinery.
• Evidence of experience of working with vehicle electrics and of using diagnostic computer equipment.
• Proven ability to maintain accurate and up to date records

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Closing Time: Tuesday 07 October 2025 at 23:59 pm