Skilled Vehicle Technician

6 Months Contract With Local Authority

35hrs pw

Summary

Responsibilities

• Inspect maintain and repair vehicles plant and equipment including specialized repairs.
  
• Prepare and present vehicles and motorcycles for testing achieving a high pass rate.
  
• Conduct MOT tests on vehicles at the Councils MOT bay.
  
• Perform scheduled inspections and services to a high standard within agreed timescales.
  
• Conduct safety and maintenance inspections on contractor-operated vehicles and equipment.
  
• Accurately complete records including timesheets and driving hours.
  
• Identify order and collect parts to maintain operational efficiency.
  
• Implement Health and Safety procedures and notify the Workshop Supervisor of hazards.
  
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area and assist in keeping the workshop environment safe.
  
• Operate workshop equipment appropriately and return it to storage.
  
• Manage workload effectively in the absence of the Workshop Supervisor.
  
• Perform administrative duties in the absence of the Senior Vehicle Technician.
  
• Maintain issued protective clothing and footwear in good condition.
  
• Attend training and certification sessions as required.
  
• Provide familiarisation training to others on equipment operation.
  
• Drive vehicles for collection delivery road testing or attending testing stations.
  
• Inspect and provide market valuations for cars and light vans purchased by staff.
  
• Utilize Information Technology as instructed.
  

Corporate Responsibilities

• Contribute to the councils priorities and promote a one organization approach.
  
• Develop positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
  
• Promote equality and deliver services inclusively.
  
• Support organizational change and learning.
  
• Promote sustainability and encourage innovation and accountability.
  
• Participate in service/team activities and transformation projects.
  
• Champion diverse communities and secure effective outcomes for residents.
  

People

• Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to inform decisions.
  
• Ensure clarity around expected outcomes and standards.
  
• Encourage a culture of learning and workforce planning.
  

Finance

• Manage budgets and income delivery targets effectively.
  
• Ensure services delivered or procured represent value for money.
  

Service

• Identify and repair non-notified faults on operational vehicles and equipment.
  
• Attend breakdowns and service or repair equipment at various locations.
  
• Prepare and present vehicles for testing achieving a high pass rate.
  
• Complete service repair documentation accurately.
  

Performance

• Monitor and assist in routine audits of stock levels.
  
• Test and audit the work of colleagues in the workshop.
  
• Stay updated on professional developments and best practices.
  
• Mentor and support colleagues apprentices or trainees.
  
• Participate in the Councils Professional Development Programme.
  

Other Conditions

• Perform other duties as directed by the Corporate Director/Director/Head of Service.
  

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or above in vehicle technician qualification.
  
• Full clean car and motorcycle driving licenses (150cc minimum).
  
• PCV DD restricted and/or HVG Class 2 driving license.
  
• Qualified MOT vehicle examiner with appropriate certificates for Class 4 (Class 5) and Class 7 vehicles.
  

Skills & Experience

• At least two years of experience working on cars light vans and heavy vehicles.
  
• Experience in repairing hydraulic/pneumatic systems body panels electrical systems pedestrianised vehicles motorcycles horticultural and agricultural equipment.
  
• Experience preparing and presenting vehicles to VOSA testing stations.
  
• Experience using welding equipment.
  
• Knowledge of paint spraying fabrication and basic hazards in a vehicle workshop environment.