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.

• Perform inspections, servicing, test preparation, fault diagnostics, and repairs on vehicles/plant/equipment
• Complete 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

• 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.

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.

For further details or to apply, please contact Prakash by emailing prakash.panchani@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208967