At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair emergency service vehicles and equipment to ensure safety and compliance.
- Company: Join a dedicated team supporting Northamptonshire Police and Fire & Rescue Service.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, work with diverse vehicles, and contribute to community safety.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and out-of-hours support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by ensuring frontline crews are ready to respond to emergencies.
- Qualifications: Experience in vehicle maintenance and a passion for teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 32833 - 40000 £ per year.
The best part about working in the team? You’ll be part of a highly skilled and collaborative Joint Transport and Logistics team supporting both Northamptonshire Police and Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue Service. Working alongside experienced technicians, you’ll have exposure to an exceptionally diverse fleet—from frontline fire appliances to specialist equipment—giving you the opportunity to continually build and apply advanced technical expertise. The team operates with a strong sense of purpose, pride, and camaraderie, particularly when supporting emergency responses where every contribution truly counts to the public of Northamptonshire.
The work this team does makes a difference by? By working alongside our external contractor in maintaining and repairing vital vehicles and equipment to the highest safety and compliance standards, you directly enable frontline crews to respond quickly and effectively to incidents. Whether it’s ensuring fire appliances are ready for deployment, minimising downtime, or providing on-scene technical support, your work helps protect lives, property, and communities every single day.
The purpose of the role? As an HGV / Equipment Technician, your purpose is to ensure that all emergency service vehicles and associated equipment are safe, legally compliant, and fully operational at all times. You will carry out maintenance, servicing, and repairs across a wide range of specialist fleet and firefighting equipment and support our external contractor, while also providing out-of-hours cover and operational support. Your work ensures maximum fleet availability and reliability, supporting 24/7 emergency response capability across Northamptonshire and beyond.
Staff - HGV Technician employer: Northants Police
As a member of the Crime Prevention Team in North Northamptonshire, you will join a forward-thinking local authority dedicated to creating safer and more sustainable communities. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development. With a focus on meaningful impact, we offer a unique chance to contribute to community safety while enjoying a fulfilling career in public service.
