Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester

AWD Recruitment Limited; Belper CP; Presencial; GBP 31 000 - 33 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

25 days annual leave

Sick pay scheme

Training & CPD

Annual pay increments

Wellbeing package

Toolkit, PPE & workwear

Resumo da oferta

AWD Recruitment Limited in Belper is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to service a varied fleet in a modern workshop. You will diagnose, repair and test vehicles to DVSA and manufacturer standards, supporting diagnostics and specialist systems.

The role requires MOT certification in Class IV/VII (or eligibility for training), a Category B licence and a commitment to ongoing professional development. 37 hours weekly, with upfront pay and a market supplement included.

Qualificações

• Prev motor vehicle industry experience and knowledge of maintenance processes
• Experience with alternatively fueled vehicles and conversion/commissioning
• Strong diagnostic, analytical and problem-solving skills using diagnostics equipment
• Ability to manage workload, follow procedures and maintain records
• Knowledge of MOT preparation requirements, Road Traffic Act and operator licences
• Confident IT, communication and interpersonal skills with health and safety knowledge
• City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in engineering or light vehicle maintenance
• DVSA MOT Tester Classes 4-7 or eligibility to undergo training within 6 months
• Level 3 qualification in electric vehicle maintenance or willingness to train within 6 months
• Category B driving licence
• Right to work in the UK without sponsorship
• Ability to pass NPPV2 vetting and health screening

Responsabilidades

• Maintain and repair a varied fleet to manufacturer and DVSA standards
• Carry out MOT testing of Class IV, V and VII vehicles where authorised
• Diagnose and repair faults using diagnostic equipment
• Inspect and test air conditioning, heating systems and low-emission vehicles
• Complete fabrication and welding repairs as required
• Produce reports and maintain fleet records in the system
• Organise workload and ensure timescales meet safety and compliance
• Undertake statutory and product training for professional development

Conhecimentos

Vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics

MOT testing

Electrical systems

Health & safety

DVSA knowledge

Category B licence

Formação académica

City & Guilds Level 2 / NVQ Level 2

DVSA MOT Tester 4-7

Level 3 EV maintenance

Ferramentas

Diagnostic equipment

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Join a modern workshop maintaining a varied fleet where quality comes first. This hands-on opportunity suits an experienced vehicle maintenance professional with a relevant vocational qualification, Category B licence and MOT testing capability or eligibility for training.

This role is officially recognised as a Light Vehicle Motor Mechanic and MOT Tester

If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Light Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Motor Mechanic, Car Mechanic, Fleet Technician, Workshop Technician, Automotive Mechanic

Please note: Holding certification for MOT testing in Class 4, and 7 is essential and an expectation for this role.However, consideration will be given to suitability qualified and experienced candidates who are eligible to undergo MOT training to become a tester.

SALARY: £30,700 - £32,737 per annum + £5,000 market supplement (payable in 12 monthly increments) + Benefits

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 9.00am 5.00pm and Friday 9.00am 4.30pm

JOB OVERVIEW

Build on your technical expertise in a supportive workshop with modern diagnostic equipment and a strong focus on quality.

The Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester maintains and repairs cars, minibuses, light vehicles, trailers and engineering plant to manufacturer and DVSA standards.

As the Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester you will support diagnostics, inspections and specialist systems.

Working with colleagues, customers, suppliers and enforcement agencies, the Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester manages workload, records work accurately and contributes to safe, effective fleet services. Occasional roadside or customer-depot attendance may be required.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester include:

• Vehicle Maintenance and Repair: Inspect, maintain and repair a varied fleet and associated fitted equipment to manufacturer and DVSA specifications
• MOT Testing: Carry out MOT testing of Class IV, V and VII motor vehicles where authorised
• Diagnostics and Fault Finding: Diagnose and repair CAN bus, electrical, hydraulic and other vehicle faults using diagnostic equipment
• Specialist Systems: Inspect, repair and test air conditioning, Webasto and Eberspacher heating systems, zero and low-emission electric vehicles, and passenger and goods lifts where qualified
• Fabrication and Welding: Complete fabrication and welding repairs as required
• Reports and Records: Produce condition and disposal reports and accurately complete worksheets, maintenance records and Fleet Management System entries
• Workload and Compliance: Organise workload, meet agreed timescales and follow health and safety, equality, safeguarding, data protection and risk management requirements
• Development and Training: Complete statutory and product training and maintain professional development

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Previous motor vehicle industry experience and knowledge of vehicle and plant maintenance and repair processes, procedures and specialist equipment
• Experience of alternatively fuelled vehicles and vehicle conversion and commissioning
• Strong diagnostic, analytical and problem-solving skills, including use and interpretation of vehicle diagnostic equipment
• Ability to manage and prioritise workload, follow procedures and maintain accurate records
• Knowledge of MOT preparation requirements, Road Traffic Act, Construction and Use Regulations and operator licence requirements
• Confident IT, communication and interpersonal skills, with workplace health and safety knowledge
• City & Guilds Level 2, NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent), or relevant vocational qualification in engineering or light vehicle maintenance and repair
• DVSA Nominated MOT Tester Classes 4, 5 and 7, or eligibility and willingness to undergo the required training within the first 6 months of starting
• Level 3 qualification in electric vehicle maintenance, or willingness to undergo the required training within the first 6 months of starting
• Category B driving licence
• Right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship
• Ability to pass police NPPV2 security vetting and regular health screening

DESIRABLE

• Understanding of BS EN ISO 9001 Quality Award Scheme and BS EN ISO 1401
• HGV maintenance and repair qualification or experience
• D1 driving licence
• C driving licence
• Qualification in inspection of lifting equipment to LOLER regulations

BENEFITS

• 25 days annual leave, plus another 5 days with 5 years continuous service, plus 8 bank holidays
• Occupational sick pay scheme up to 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay after 5 years service
• Ongoing training and continuing professional development opportunities
• Regular annual pay increments
• Wellbeing package including physiotherapy, counselling and occupational health
• Personal toolkit, PPE and workwear

Due to the nature of the work undertaken, the successful candidate will be required to undertake and pass a police security NPPV2 vetting check.

JOB REF: AWDO-P15208