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Senior Skilled Vehicle Technician

Carbon60

Stoke-on-Trent

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Full time

29 days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a Senior Vehicle Technician to join their team in Stoke-on-Trent. This role involves undertaking a full range of repairs and maintenance for a diverse fleet of vehicles, including conducting MOT testing and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess a thorough understanding of vehicle inspection, fault diagnosis, and preventative maintenance. This temporary position offers the potential for permanent employment and provides an excellent opportunity for career advancement within a supportive local council environment. If you're ready to take on a senior role and make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

In-depth knowledge of vehicle inspection and MOT testing.
Experience with general engineering work and fault diagnosis.

Ensure safety and roadworthiness of the council's fleet.
Conduct diagnostics and repairs on various vehicles.

Vehicle Inspection

MOT Testing

Preventative Maintenance

Fault Diagnosis

Welding

Machine Shop Tools

Relevant qualification in Plant Motor Vehicle Technology

VOSA recognised Certificate for Large Goods Vehicle Safety

Carbon60 are looking for a Senior Vehicle Technician to join a local council and undertake a full range of repairs and maintenance to their fleet of vehicles and equipment. The role will be based in Stoke-on-Trent and is subject to high levels of physical effort as well as sometimes disagreeable conditions.

The ideal candidate will have an in-depth knowledge, skillset and experience within vehicle inspection, MOT testing, preventative maintenance and fault diagnosis. They will be able to carry out M.O.T. testing on Class 4, 5 and 7 vehicles and complete documentation as necessary. Furthermore, they will have experience with general engineering work, welding, bench work, machine shop tools and fabrications.

Job Description

Take responsibility for the safety and roadworthiness of the council's transport machinery and equipment.
Completing tasks inclusive of fault finding and diagnostic testing of electrics, hydraulics, pneumatics systems as well as machinery powered by gas, diesel oil, petrol or electricity.
Carry out MOT testing on Class 4, 5 and 7 vehicles and complete all required paperwork.
Complete vehicle diagnostics, repairs and maintenance, vehicle safety inspections on the council's fleet of vehicles including motor vehicles, refuse, road sweepers, gulley vehicles and buses.
Test drive vehicles both on or off site to diagnose faults or carry out safety checks.

Skills and Qualifications

Valid UK LGV Category C Driving Licence.
Qualified MOT inspector/ actively training as an MOT inspector.
VOSA recognised Certificate for Large Goods Vehicle Safety/Roadworthiness inspections.
Thorough knowledge of M.O.T. Testing, standards and procedures.
Hold a relevant qualification in Plant Motor Vehicle Technology equivalent to NVQ level 2/3.

Pay and Package

PAYE £25 per hour.
Temporary role - 3 months (possibility of being made permanent if proven suitable).
Shift Pattern:
- Week 1 - Monday - Thursday 06:30am - 2:30pm | Friday 06:30am - 2:00pm.
Week 2 - Monday - Thursday 08:00am - 4:00pm | Friday 08:00am - 3:30pm.
Emergency standby and call out rota.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a senior position to further their career and the chance to work with a large city council.

If you are interested in this role, please apply directly or contact Ellie at Carbon60 Fareham on 02039106419 or by email at.

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