Workshop Technician - Ref: EE13824

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Walsall; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job description

Workshop Technician - Ref: EE13824

Salary: G8 - £36,124 to £40,476
Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Sunday, annualized contract)

Are you a skilled vehicle mechanic with experience working with larger vehicles, and looking for an exciting opportunity in a fast-paced, essential public service? Walsall Council’s Fleet Services is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Workshop Technician to join our highly motivated team.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a modern, fully equipped, and heated workshop.
• Be part of a dynamic team that ensures legal compliance for fleet operations, including winter gritting services.
• Job security and career development in a role that directly supports essential services for Walsall residents.

About the Role

As a Workshop Technician, you will:

• Inspect, service, and repair a variety of vehicles, including HGVs, LGVs, and agricultural machinery.
• Conduct fault diagnostics and prepare vehicles for MOT tests.
• Assist in on-the-job training for apprentices and staff.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and industry standards.
• Be part of the standby/call-out rota, supporting out-of-hours operations.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified HGV mechanic (or time-served with extensive experience).
• Strong knowledge of engines, transmissions, braking systems, suspension, and vehicle electrics.
• MOT preparation experience is desirable.
• Ability to work under pressure, meeting tight deadlines.
• A team player with a commitment to high standards and efficiency.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary plus tool allowance.
• Additional payments for call-out rota participation.
• Generous holiday package.
• Local government pension scheme.

Be part of a team that keeps Walsall moving! Apply today and take the next step in your career.

Minimum Qualifications

Applications must be able to demonstrate the following qualifications at application:

• Hold an appropriate Health and Safety Qualification
• Industry qualification - Motor trade industry
• Driving License - including minimum Cat C
• National Craftsman Certificate / Technician Certificate in the motor vehicle trade or equivalent.
• MOT testers course (minimum 5 years experience in the motor trade to undertake MOT tests)

If you would like to know more about this role, please contact: [e-mail]

Closing date for applications: 25th April 2025.

Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted.

We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this job vacancy. We are not accepting Agency applications or referrals at this time.