At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage motor vehicle parts, ensuring stock levels and availability for the Fleet workshop.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in a supportive environment at Peterlee Warehouse.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, full-time hours, and job security with a permanent contract.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth and development in the automotive industry.
- Why this job: Be part of a crucial operation that keeps vehicles running smoothly and efficiently.
- Qualifications: City & Guilds Level III or equivalent, plus technical experience required.
The predicted salary is between 27204 - 29859 £ per year.
Salary: Scale 4 £27,204 to £29,859
Location: Peterlee Warehouse
Hours/Contract: Full time, permanent, 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Closing Date: 5pm, Friday 28th August 2026
Vetting Level: RV
The Role
To ensure the smooth operation of a Fleet ICT motor vehicle parts department & systems.
What You’ll Do
- To identify, order parts and replenish stocks daily ensuring that minimum adequate stock levels and high vehicle availability are maintained.
- To arrange supply of parts and deliveries, for the Fleet workshop.
- Collection of vehicle parts as required from suppliers.
- To issue workshop Technicians with vehicle parts and supplies.
- To discuss parts supply requirements with Vehicle Technicians and Fleet Workshop Supervisors.
- To check invoices against original orders ensuring correct prices and discounts have been stated and recorded.
- To meet manufacturers and suppliers representatives in order to maintain an up to date product knowledge and cost effective parts provision.
What You’ll Bring
- City & Guilds Level III/ A Levels/or BTEC National in a relevant subject or an approved equivalent e.g. Parts & Distribution.
- At least one years technical experience.
- To possess a full, current driving licence or have access to a means of mobility support.
If you hold a higher qualification than those required above or minimum 5 years relevant experience, please evidence this on your application and it will be reviewed by our recruitment team.
Candidates must have indefinite leave to work and live in the UK and be free from any restriction. Any successful candidate will be asked to provide evidence of this. Candidates will be contacted via email in relation to the recruitment process and are advised to also check junk and spam folders for email updates.
Further information
Any offer of employment will be subject to appropriate vetting checks which will be maintained/updated throughout the period of service. Applicants must have been a UK resident for at least three years prior to the date of application. If applicants have not been a resident in the UK for at least three years and can provide a VERIFIABLE certificate from the police of any country where they have taken temporary residence. The certificate must indicate that they have not been convicted of any offence whilst in that country or involved in any investigation by a Law Enforcement Agency.
Any tattoos deemed to be obscene, or advocates sexual, racial, ethnic, or religious discrimination, by written word or design is prohibited and the presence of such a tattoo would preclude an applicant from passing the recruitment process for employment with the Constabulary.
Motor Vehicle Parts Technician in Peterlee employer: Durham Constabulary
Durham Constabulary is an outstanding employer, offering a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the community while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. With a strong commitment to employee development and a culture that values innovation and efficiency, you will have access to professional growth opportunities and the chance to contribute to transformative initiatives in public service. Located in the heart of Durham, this role not only provides a competitive salary but also the satisfaction of serving the public good.
