Workshop Technician

Walsall Council; Walsall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

28 days annual leave

Overtime pay

Permanent contract

37-hour week

Early finish Fridays

Job summary

Walsall Council seeks an experienced HGV Technician/Fleet Mechanic to service, repair and maintain a varied municipal fleet including refuse vehicles, road sweepers, gritters and vans.

You will work in a structured environment with a 37-hour week, clear progression, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. The role offers overtime opportunities and generous annual leave as part of a permanent contract.

Qualifications

• NVQ or City & Guilds Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Experience maintaining and repairing HGVs or commercial vehicles in a professional workshop.
• Full UK driving licence class 1 and 2 would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine servicing, PMIs and MOT preparation.
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults.
• Undertaking preventative maintenance to keep vehicles safe and roadworthy.
• Completing repairs efficiently to minimise downtime.
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Ensuring work complies with health and safety requirements and vehicle standards.
• Collaborating with colleagues to maintain operational fleet effectiveness.

Skills

NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds Level 3

UK Driving Licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds Level 3

Job description

As an HGV Technician / Fleet Mechanic, you will play an important role in maintaining the safety, reliability and operational availability of the council's diverse vehicle fleet. Working as part of the fleet maintenance team, your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out routine servicing, planned maintenance inspections (PMIs) and MOT preparation in accordance with relevant standards.
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults.
• Undertaking preventative maintenance to ensure vehicles remain safe, reliable and roadworthy.
• Completing repairs efficiently to minimise vehicle downtime.
• Maintaining accurate vehicle maintenance records and associated documentation.
• Ensuring all work complies with relevant health and safety requirements and applicable vehicle standards.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain the operational effectiveness of the council's fleet.

We are looking for a skilled and reliable technician who takes pride in their work and is committed to maintaining high standards of vehicle safety and workmanship.

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds Level 3 or an equivalent qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Relevant Experience: Experience maintaining and repairing HGVs or commercial vehicles within a professional workshop environment.
• Driving Licence: A full UK driving licence class 1 and 2 would be a advantage
• Technical Expertise: Strong diagnostic, fault-finding and mechanical repair skills.
• Professional Approach: A safety-conscious attitude, good attention to detail and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

At Walsall Council, we appreciate that AI can be a useful tool for ideas or guidance. However, we encourage you to make sure your application reflects your own voice and experiences. Over-reliance on AI can make responses feel less personal, and we really want to understand what makes you unique. Your experiences, skills, and perspective are what set you apart, so please ensure your application as a whole - particularly your 'Supporting Information' - reflects your own voice.

Pension: Excellent (LGPS): Benefit from a secure, guaranteed-for-life pension scheme with a massive 16.6% average employer contribution.

About the Opportunity

Looking for a Better Work-Life Balance Without Compromising Your Career? Are you an experienced HGV Technician or Fleet Mechanic working in a commercial vehicle dealership, independent garage or private fleet operation? Are you looking for a new opportunity that offers competitive pay, structured working hours and long-term job security? Walsall Council offers the opportunity to put your skills and experience to work in a varied fleet maintenance environment, with an attractive employment package and the benefits of local government employment. We are seeking a qualified and motivated HGV Technician/Fleet Mechanic to join our dedicated team at the Environmental Depot in Walsall. You will work on a diverse fleet of specialist municipal vehicles, including refuse collection vehicles, road sweepers, gritters and light commercial vehicles. This provides an opportunity to apply your technical expertise across a broad range of vehicle systems while helping to maintain the essential services that keep the borough running. For technicians considering a move away from the pressures of the private sector, this position offers a structured working pattern, annual salary progression, generous annual leave and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Salary and Benefits

Walsall Council offers a competitive employment package, including:

• Competitive Salary: Starting at £40,444 per annum, with annual incremental pay rises, reaching £43,149 after four years of service.
• Annual Pay Awards: Yearly cost-of-living pay increases, subject to applicable council pay agreements.
• Paid Overtime: £32.50 per hour, providing the opportunity to increase your earnings.
• Excellent Pension: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), offering valuable long-term retirement benefits.
• Generous Annual Leave: 28 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays, increasing to 33 days after five years of service.
• Permanent Employment: The security of a full-time, permanent position.
• Structured Working Hours: A 37-hour working week with established shift patterns and an earlier finish on Fridays.

Working Hours and Shift Pattern

The position operates on a two-shift system:

• Early Shift: 6:00 am - 2:00 pm.
• Late Shift: 12:00 noon - 8:00 pm.

Both shifts benefit from an earlier finish on Fridays.

This position offers the opportunity to benefit from:

• A competitive salary with structured incremental progression.
• Paid overtime at £32.50 per hour.
• A 37-hour working week with an established shift pattern.
• An earlier finish on Fridays.
• Generous annual leave, increasing with length of service.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Permanent employment within an essential local authority service.
• The opportunity to work on a varied fleet of specialist municipal vehicles.

For experienced technicians seeking a long-term career move, Walsall Council offers a package that combines technical responsibility with structured working hours, valuable employment benefits and the opportunity to contribute to services that matter to the local community.