Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council,
Job Title: Vehicle Technician
Grade/Salary: Band F, SCP 26-31 (£37,280 - £41,771 per annum) + Shift Allowance £3,636.30
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Pattern: 37 Hours, alternating shift pattern
Location: Waterfall Lane, Cradley Heath, B64 6RL
Closing Date: 27/09/2026
Sandwell Council’s Fleet Division is seeking a experienced Vehicle Technician to join its team on a full-time, permanent basis.
As a Vehicle Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the Sandwell MBC’s diverse fleet. Based at our central depot, you’ll maintain a wide range of vehicles and equipment that support essential in-house and external services such as housing repairs, grounds maintenance, highways operations, household waste collections and street cleansing.
About The Role
- Carry out scheduled servicing, maintenance, and repairs on a variety of vehicles and plant equipment, including engines, transmissions, suspension, brakes, chassis, and electrical systems.
- Conduct vehicle inspections and prepare vehicles for MOT testing in accordance with DVSA standards and regulations.
- Diagnose and rectify faults across engine management, fuel, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Undertake welding, fabrication, and bodywork repairs within workshop capabilities.
- Attend roadside breakdowns and provide recovery support, ensuring all work is completed safely and in compliance with relevant procedures.
- Support, mentor, and assist in the training and development of apprentices and junior team members.
About You
- Level 3 NVQ Automotive Maintenance and Repair LGV Class 2 Category C Licence – Candidates will be accepted with a category B licence and provided training in order to obtain the required category C licence in 12-months.
- Experience of conducting maintenance, inspection, repair and test services for a diverse fleet including vehicles such as light vehicle van/Tipper's, Small Plant machines, Sweepers, and Large Refuse Vehicles.
Why Sandwell Council?
At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values‑led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough.
To find out more, please visit our careers page: We Are Sandwell – We Are Sandwell
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