Salary
£18.44 – £19.96 per hour
Expires
06/11/2026
Location
Kirklees, West Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Job Type
Full Time
About The Role
As a Vehicle Technician, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining Kirklees Council’s fleet to the highest standards. Working within our Transport Services team, you’ll help ensure our vehicles and plant are safe, compliant, and roadworthy.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Carrying out HGV safety inspections and scheduled servicing
- Diagnosing faults across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
- Preparing vehicles for DVSA annual tests and MOT/taxi compliance testing
- Maintaining electric and hybrid vehicles
- Supporting apprentices and less experienced staff
- Participating in out-of-hours breakdown rota (extra Payment)
- Using diagnostic software and fleet management systems
About You
We’re looking for someone with the right qualifications and hands‑on experience. You’ll need:
- Level 3 Certificate in Motor Vehicle Repair (or equivalent)
- DVSA MOT examiner certification (or willingness to train, no cost to you)
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Class C licence (or willingness to train, No cost to you)
- Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Repair qualification (or willingness to train, no cost to you )
- Experience using diagnostic software
- Ability to work part of a team, including standby arrangements, on average 1 week in 6 (extra payment)
- Good literacy, numeracy, and basic IT skills
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
What can we offer?
- Excellent local goverment pension scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Ongoing training and career development
- A range of family friendly polices
- Discounts with local and national retailers
- We offer a wide range of well‑being initiatives including a cycle to work scheme and discounted KAL membership.
If you have any questions about the role or would like an informal chat please contact Beth Wrafter on 01484 221000 or at Beth.Wrafter@kirklees.gov.uk
Weekday, Evening and Saturday morning interview slots are available if required
In accordance with the current UK Government Sponsorship criteria for this specific type of role, sponsorship applications cannot be received.
Nick Clegg-brearton is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.
We know there’s a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email: jobs@kirklees.gov.uk or phone: 01484 221000 and ask for ‘Recruitment’.
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Closing date
06 November 2026, 11:55 PM
Company: Kirklees Metropolitan Council
Salary: £18.44 – £19.96 per hour
Location: Kirklees, West Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Sector: Highways
Sector: Traffic Management
Sector: Transport Planning
Job Role: Technician
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