Vehicle Technician

Job Title: Vehicle Technician

Location: Hull

Salary: £35,429 per year + 25% pension

Overview:

A skilled and reliable Vehicle Technician is required to support the repair, servicing, and maintenance of a large fleet of vehicles and plant machinery. The role involves ensuring a high standard of workmanship while maintaining compliance with safety, quality, and legislative requirements. Applicants from all backgrounds, including ex-military personnel, are encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Carry out servicing, repairs, and maintenance on a wide variety of vehicles, including light commercial vehicles, HGVs, and plant equipment.
Diagnose faults using mechanical and electrical diagnostic tools.
Complete mechanical repairs, component replacements, and vehicle inspections.
Perform MOT-related work (if qualified).
Maintain accurate maintenance records and service documentation.
Support the upkeep of a fleet of approximately 500–600 vehicles and associated equipment.
Ensure work is completed to required safety and quality standards.
Work collaboratively to ensure the fleet remains operational and available.
Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant workshop environment.
Skills and Qualifications

Relevant and recognised mechanical/engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
Strong experience in vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and repair.
Ability to remove, refit, and repair mechanical components.
Confidence in using diagnostic equipment and workshop tools.
Full current driving licence.
Desirable:

Previous HGV technical experience
HGV/LGV licence
IRTEC certification
MOT tester’s certificate
Employee Benefits:

Defined Benefit Pension Scheme (approx. 18.5% employer contribution)
3× salary life cover through pension scheme
Job-related training and development
21 days annual leave (rising to 26 after 5 years) + bank holidays
Company uniform
Excellent sick pay scheme (immediately applicable)
Recruitment referral programme
Gym membership
Cycle to work scheme
Bonus scheme
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed