Workshop Technician (Fleet Services)

Stockton-on-tees Borough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Up to 32 days annual leave plus bankH

Permanent employment

Ongoing training and development

MOT Tester status

Employee wellbeing support

Friendly workshop team

Career development across vehicles

Job summary

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is seeking a Workshop Technician (HGV) to inspect, service, maintain and repair a diverse fleet of vehicles, ensuring essential services operate smoothly across the borough.

You will diagnose faults, perform routine maintenance and prepare vehicles for MOT testing, contributing to safety and reliability. A flexible, team-oriented approach and DVSA-compliant work will be required.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Motor Vehicle Studies or equivalent.
• Experience in vehicle maintenance environment.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, electrics, braking and transmissions.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills; ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to safety and workmanship.
• Flexible and proactive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs effectively and efficiently.
• Undertake routine servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Prepare vehicles and equipment for MOT testing.
• Carry out MOT and taxi testing where qualified.
• Ensure work complies with DVSA standards and health and safety requirements.
• Complete maintenance records accurately.
• Provide technical advice and support to service users.
• Participate in an out-of-hours rota and support the on-call team.

Skills

Diagnostics and fault-finding

Teamwork

Safety

Hydraulics

Electric systems

Braking systems

Transmissions

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Motor Vehicle Studies or equivalent

Job description

As a Workshop Technician (HGV), you will inspect, service, maintain and repair a diverse fleet of vehicles and equipment, helping to ensure essential services continue to operate effectively across the borough. No two days are the same. One day you could be servicing a refuse collection vehicle, the next carrying out diagnostics on a gritter, repairing specialist plant equipment, or preparing a minibus for service. Our fleet includes:

• Refuse collection vehicles
• Gritting and winter maintenance vehicles
• Vans and light commercial vehicles
• Minibuses
• Specialist plant and equipment
• Other frontline service vehicles

• Every repair and maintenance task you complete plays a direct role in supporting the services that local residents rely upon every day.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs effectively and efficiently
• Undertake routine servicing and preventative maintenance
• Prepare vehicles and equipment for MOT testing
• Carry out MOT and taxi testing where qualified
• Ensure work complies with DVSA standards and health and safety requirements
• Complete maintenance records accurately
• Provide technical advice and support to service users
• Participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota, "The team has a great atmosphere, with colleagues supporting one another and working together effectively. It's a friendly and welcoming environment where people genuinely look out for each other, making it an enjoyable and rewarding place to work."

Working Hours

Early Shift Monday to Thursday: 6:00am - 2:00pm
Friday: 6:00am - 1:30pm
Late Shift Monday to Thursday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Friday: 10:00am - 5:30pm

We're unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role, so candidates will need to have an existing right to work in the UK.

Qualifications and Experience

• NVQ Level 2 in Motor Vehicle Studies, or equivalent qualification
• Experience working within a vehicle maintenance environment
• Knowledge of vehicle systems including hydraulics, electrics, braking systems and transmissions
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skillsAbility to work effectively as part of a team
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and workmanship
• Flexible and proactive approach to work

Who we welcome application from

• HGV Technicians and Heavy Vehicle Mechanics
• Commercial Vehicle Technicians
• Fleet Maintenance Technicians
• Plant and Agricultural Technicians
• Vehicle Technicians looking to move into HGV maintenance
• Armed Forces Vehicle Mechanics transitioning to civilian employment
• Apprentices who have recently completed a relevant qualification
• Experienced Level 2 technicians looking to further develop their career

Salary of up to £38,510 per annum Permanent, 37 hours per week Up to 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays Keep Stockton Moving. Build Your Career.

Are you a skilled vehicle technician looking for more than just another workshop job? At Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, you will have the opportunity to work on a diverse fleet of specialist vehicles that help deliver essential services to local communities every day. Whether you're an experienced HGV Technician, Commercial Vehicle Mechanic, Plant Technician, Armed Forces Vehicle Mechanic, or a newly qualified technician looking to build your career, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Salary of up to £38,510 per annum
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Up to 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Permanent employment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Support to gain additional qualifications, including MOT Tester status
• Employee wellbeing support and staff discount schemes
• A friendly, experienced and supportive workshop team
• Opportunities to develop your skills across a wide range of vehicles and specialist equipment
• Genuine work-life balance with structured shift patterns