At a Glance
- Tasks: Repair and service a diverse fleet, supporting emergency services and essential operations.
- Company: Join a dynamic team dedicated to keeping vital vehicles roadworthy.
- Benefits: Full training provided, competitive pay, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Enjoy a varied role with no two days the same in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by ensuring emergency services are always ready to respond.
- Qualifications: Mechanical experience and relevant qualifications in vehicle mechanics required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
About the Role
As a Workshop Technician, you’ll work on one of the most diverse and interesting fleets in the region. No two days are the same — and your technical skill will directly support emergency services and essential operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Servicing and repairing HGV, LGV and passenger cars, including statutory inspections
- Inspecting, servicing and repairing specialist fleet equipment
- Carrying out diagnostic investigations across light and heavy fleet & equipment
- Providing mobile maintenance across the county to keep GCC and GFRS vehicles roadworthy
- Working on fire appliances, pumps, boats, and specialist rescue equipment
- Servicing portable power units, lighting rigs and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
- Supporting equipment readiness for front-line fire appliances
- Fabrication, engineering, vehicle conversions, and occasional roadside recovery (Full training provided to a national standard)
- Collection and delivery of vehicles as required
- Attending and delivering technical training to the wider team
- Supporting on-call and out-of-hours cover where required
Essential Qualifications & Knowledge
- City & Guilds Motor Vehicle Mechanics Parts 1 & 2 (or equivalent)
- National Craftsman Certificate (or equivalent)
- LGV/Light Mechanic qualification
- LGV Category “C” Driving Licence
- GCSEs in English & Maths (or equivalent)
- IRTEC Qualification
- Basic or Advanced Electrical Diagnostic & Repair Qualification
- Water pump knowledge
- Hydraulic systems knowledge
Experience Required
- Mechanical experience in a busy heavy or light vehicle and/or plant workshop
- Experience working with mixed fleets of light and heavy vehicles
- Experience with specialist or emergency service vehicles
- Competence using computerised diagnostic equipment
- Basic fabrication and welding skills
- High standard of general engineering ability
- Ability to manage work independently
Workshop Technician employer: Service Care Solutions Ltd
Join a dynamic team as a Workshop Technician where no two days are the same, working on a diverse fleet that supports vital emergency services. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture, offering extensive training and growth opportunities to enhance your technical skills while ensuring you play a crucial role in keeping our community safe. Located in a vibrant area, we provide a supportive environment that values innovation and teamwork, making it an excellent place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
Service Care Solutions Ltd Recruitment Team
