Vehicle Technician
Service Care Solutions have a vacancy for a Vehicle Technician to join a client they are working with in Leeds on a temporary basis with the opportunity to secure a stable position.
Overall Purpose of Role
You will be working as part of a team to maintain the council's fleet of vehicles, plant, and equipment. Responsibilities include inspection, servicing, test preparation, fault diagnosis, and repair to ensure reliable operations.Service Care Solutions have a vacancy for a Vehicle Technician to join a client they are working with in Leeds on a temporary basis with the opportunity to secure a stable position.Overall Purpose of Role You will be working as part of a team to maintain the council’s fleet of vehicles, plant, and equipment.Responsibilities include inspection, servicing, test preparation, fault diagnosis, and repair to ensure reliable operations.
Main Duties/Key Tasks
Perform inspections, servicing, test preparation, fault diagnostics, and repairs on vehicles/plant/equipmentComplete written and computerised records detailing work performed, parts used, and time taken
Interpret defect reports, provide advice, and feedback to users and drivers
Miscellaneous workshop-related tasks
Responsibilities & Objectives
Maintain a safe, clean workshop by appropriately disposing of waste and redundant parts.Prioritise and manage workloads efficiently to meet customer service standards.
Work collaboratively as part of a team to deliver high-quality maintenance services.
Adhere to all health and safety policies, industry regulations, and council guidelines.
Actively implement and promote council equality policies.
Stay updated on advancements in vehicle maintenance and share knowledge within the team.
Use new technologies and tools to improve efficiency and service quality.
Job Requirements/Personal Specification Training, Skills, and Abilities:
Effective communication and listening skills for customer interactions.Health & safety training relevant to vehicle maintenance.
Proficiency with workshop ICT systems, diagnostic tools, and electronic job cards.
Expertise in diagnosing and repairing vehicle, plant, and equipment faults.
Accurate record-keeping skills.
Welding competency is advantageous.
Knowledge and Preferred Qualifications:Essential:
Completion of a recognised industry apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in vehicle or plant engineering e.g., City & Guilds Part II, BTEC National, ONC/D.Literacy, numeracy skills, and a full, current driving licence.
Desirable:
Class C LGV licence and experience driving diverse vehicle types.
Experience:
Previous work in a large, diverse transport maintenance facility is desirable.Proven expertise in servicing vehicles, diagnosing faults, and carrying out repairs.
Apply Now For further details or to apply, please contact Prakash by emailing prakash.panchani@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208967