Vehicle Technician * Hourly Rate: £18.75 - £19.75 plus monthly tool allowance
* Location: Andover
* Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are seeking an enthusiastic and hardworking Vehicle Technician to join our team. This is a secure, challenging, and rewarding role where you will work in a fast-paced environment, maintaining and repairing the Council’s diverse fleet of vehicles and plant. If you are looking for a job that combines independence with teamwork, this is the opportunity for you.
Day-to-day of the role: * Carry out repair and maintenance tasks on the Council’s fleet of vehicles.
* Conduct thorough inspections, taxi compliance tests, and MOTs.
* Ensure that service schedules are adhered to and that vehicles are maintained to a safe and legal standard.
* Work both independently and collaboratively within a busy vehicle workshop environment.
Required Skills & Qualifications: * Completion of a recognised industry apprenticeship (IMI approved or equivalent).
* Possession of a Category C driving licence with entitlement to drive rigid vehicles.
* Proven experience in a busy vehicle workshop setting.
* Knowledge of grounds plant and machinery is advantageous but not essential.
Benefits: * Competitive hourly rate with additional monthly tool allowance.
* Up to 32 days of annual leave.
* Uniform and PPE provided.
* Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
To apply for this Vehicle Technician position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining our team.