Rate: £35 per hour (Umbrella PAYE)
Contract: Initial 3-month contract with potential for extension
Working Arrangements: Monday-Friday only, working within a Local Authority Fleet Services workshop environment
Exciting Opportunity for a Heavy Vehicle Technician in Nottingham
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Heavy Vehicle Technician to join a Local Authority Fleet Services team in Nottingham. You will be responsible for maintaining, repairing and inspecting a wide range of council vehicles, including HGVs, light commercial vehicles, municipal vehicles, and electric/hybrid models.
The main duties of the Heavy Vehicle Technician include:
·Carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs on a variety of council fleet vehicles.
·Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults.
·Preparing vehicles for MOT inspections and completing safety checks.
·Carrying out welding, fabrication and body repair works where required.
·Responding to vehicle breakdowns and accident-damaged vehicles.
·Maintaining accurate maintenance records and ensuring high workshop standards.
·Supporting the wider Fleet Services team with the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle fleet.
The Heavy Vehicle Technician will have key experience in:
·Holding a City & Guilds Level 3 qualification in Heavy Motor Vehicle Engineering, or an equivalent qualification covering MOT inspection standards.
·Previous experience maintaining and repairing HGVs, commercial vehicles or municipal fleet vehicles.
·Strong diagnostic skills with experience across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems.
·DVSA inspection and testing qualification.
·Full UK Driving Licence with Category C entitlement (essential).
·Experience carrying out vehicle inspections, safety checks and preparation for MOT testing.
·Ability to work independently while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and compliance.
For more details and to apply for the role, please call James Allbon at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email .
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