Job Description
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Vehicle Technician
- Hourly Rate: £17.01 – £19.27
- Location: Halifax
- Job Type: Full-time
We are seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician to deliver high-quality planned maintenance and responsive repairs across a diverse fleet, including HGVs, light commercial vehicles, cars, accessible buses, plant, and equipment. This role requires strong diagnostic skills, the ability to respond to breakdowns and emergencies, and a commitment to delivering a safe and customer-focused service.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs on a wide range of vehicles and equipment.
- Provide prompt response to breakdowns and attend roadside incidents when required.
- Perform MOT testing for Class IV, V, and VII vehicles and taxi compliance testing.
- Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently in line with manufacturer guidelines.
- Undertake inspections both within the depot and at external sites.
- Maintain accurate service, inspection, and repair records.
- Take enforcement action where vehicles fail compliance standards.
- Support operational priorities, adapting to urgent and changing workloads.
- Ensure high standards of health and safety at all times.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Nominated MOT Tester covering Class IV, V, and VII vehicles.
- City & Guilds Motor Vehicle Technician qualification or NVQ Level 2 equivalent.
- Proven experience servicing and repairing HGVs, light commercial vehicles, cars, and plant equipment.
- Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage workload under pressure.
- Full UK driving licence (Category B, minimum 2 years).
Desirable Skills:
- LGV licences (C1/D1) or willingness to obtain.
- Experience in taxi compliance / Hackney carriage testing.
- Knowledge of electric and hybrid vehicle systems.
Working Conditions:
- Based at a designated workshop, with travel to other locations as required.
- May include evening and weekend working.
- Regular outdoor work, including attending breakdowns in all weather conditions.
- Physical role requiring manual handling and site-based work.
Additional Information:
- Opportunity to develop through a career-graded structure.
- Training and progression available, including EV/Hybrid qualifications. xwzovoh
- Commitment to health & safety, customer service, and professional standards.