Vehicle Technician - Prestige

Prestige Recruitment Specialists; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled vehicle maintenance professional in Hull and East Yorkshire. The role involves overseeing the maintenance and repair of vehicles, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and managing administrative tasks. The ideal candidate should possess relevant qualifications in vehicle maintenance, experience in the field, and excellent problem-solving skills. Additionally, a clear communicator and a dependable team player are required for this position. A valid driving licence and willingness to work shifts are essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ/City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in motor vehicle-related subjects.
• Experience in vehicle maintenance and repair (mechanical and electrical).
• Strong understanding of Health and Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Organise administration for all work and record in line with expectations.
• Undertake repairs and maintenance for all the Authorities' vehicles.
• Supervise workload of junior staff and external contractors to ensure delivery.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance and repair

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds in motor vehicle-related subjects

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

£17.48 per hour increasing to £22.03 following probation

37 hour Week

Key Responsibilities:

• To organise administration is undertaken for all work and recorded in line with the expectations of the Traffic Commissioner
• Deliver systems which ensure vehicle and operator compliance
• Undertake repairs and maintenance for all the Authorities vehicles
• Utilise the MOT and Taxi Testing ensuring equipment is suitable and correctly adjusted
• Ensure the quality control regime required to be undertaken by the MOT Inspectors is up to date.
• Operate software e.g.Transform to check vehicle history and outstanding job requirements
• Operational use of Tracker system to identify vehicle position to expedite repairs.
• Operational management of Tachograph systems and other compliance procedures including the monitoring of the digital tachograph downloads during service.
• Security of data, ensuring compliance with data security guidelines
• Assist in preparation of tendering and contract management of use of external resources for vehicle maintenance services
• To be aware of legislation that impacts on the Council's Operational Licences.
• Provide advice and liaise with other bodies to ensure full understanding and agreement on specific proposals or issues.
• Identify asset needs and develop specific solutions
• Carry out detailed investigations of vehicle queries and developments, determine appropriate response and actions and provide technical reports as appropriate
• Supervision of the workload of junior staff and external contractors to ensure delivery of the Council's programmes of works within financial guidelines
• Record accurate, timely and relevant information and ensure that wherever possible misunderstandings or disputes are readily resolved with contractors, other agencies and the public
• Ensure that all works are carried out in a safe, sustainable and effective manner
• Assist with the undertaking of service performance consultations with specific user
• Any duties and responsibilities appropriate to the grade and level of responsibility of the post.

About You:

• NVQ/City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in motor vehicle-related subjects
• Experience in vehicle maintenance and repair (mechanical and electrical)
• Strong understanding of Health and Safety regulations
• Skilled in diagnostic software and analytical fault-finding
• Clear and effective communicator, both written and verbal
• Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills
• Able to prioritise workload and adapt to changing demands
• Team player with the ability to work independently
• Honest, trustworthy, and reliable
• Willing to work shifts and hold a valid driving licence
• Ability to carry out duties with or without adaptations

Desirable Qualifications & Skills:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in motor vehicle subjects
• Experience with both light and heavy vehicles
• Knowledge of Operator Licence requirements
• Advanced diagnostic equipment skills
• IOSH Managing/Working Safely qualification
• LGV Category C licence
• MOT Nominated Tester (classes 4, 5, and 7)
• Availability for out-of-hours work if required
• Qualified Tachograph Technician for both installations and Calibrations