Vehicle Technician (HGV)
Salary: £36,363 per annum (plus standby payment up to £5,423 when standby duties are undertaken) + benefits
About the role
We are looking to fill an upcoming vacancy for the position of Vehicle Technician (HGV) within our Operations and Resilience Department at the Technical Services Centre. This unique opportunity allows you to join a leading Fire and Rescue Service using cutting‑edge technology to support lifesaving operations. You will be supported in developing specialist skills through extensive development and training opportunities.
- HGV inspection & testing
- Cat C Driving Licence
- Volvo Product Training
- Godiva Water Pump Training
- Bronto Aerial Ladder Platform
- Cobra Cold Cut Systems
- Electric Vehicle Maintenance
- Diagnostics
- LOLER
- Roadside Recovery
- Supervisory Leadership & Development Programme
The successful candidate will be a time‑served and qualified engineer, holding at minimum a Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance. A firm commitment to inclusivity, fairness and ethical conduct is essential.
We welcome applications from all sections of society and encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
As an HGV Technician you will:
- Maintain the Services fleet of appliances, light vans, cars and marine craft
- Carry out fault diagnosis and repairs on any reported defects
- Prepare vehicles for MOT
- Carry out all work in a safe manner at all times
- Attend stations and other service locations to carry out maintenance/repairs
We are seeking a candidate who has demonstrable experience of:
- Diagnosing and rectifying faults in electrical/electronic systems fitted to modern vehicles and plant
- Undertaking all types of mechanical repairs, including hydraulics, diesel and petrol engines, automatic transmissions, retarders, full air braking systems, ABS and traction control systems
- Fabricating basic components using a variety of materials, including metal and wood
- Excellent communication and IT skills
- Working consistently to deadlines while producing good quality work
About our department
The Technical Services Centre is a purpose‑built facility on Baltic Road in Gateshead. On‑site facilities include a staff gym and ample free parking. The department coordinates the development and delivery of asset storage, issue, maintenance, evaluation, specification and compliance with all technical, legal and policy standards to facilitate efficient management of transport and operational equipment assets, PPE, fuel and consumables.
About Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service is one of the UK’s leading Fire and Rescue Services, committed to delivering safety with a diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on striving to ‘Create the Safest Community’.
Reasonable Adjustments
We are a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to employing, supporting and promoting people with disabilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment processes, please contact recruitment@twfire.gov.uk.
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