Vehicle Technician

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Job Details: Job Reference: HCC623610 Salary Range: £32,280 - £37,064 per annum, inclusive of £4,500 - £6,500 per annum Market Supplement Work Location: Micheldever, Totton, Petersfield, Bishops Waltham, Hook (please specify on application your preferred location/s) Hours per week: 37 Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 30 September 2026 Please note applications will be reviewed once submitted and candidates will be contacted prior to the closing date Make a difference where it matters – keep Hampshire moving. Are you an experienced vehicle technician looking for sociable hours, a supportive team, and the chance to take real pride in the work you do? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our friendly and professional workshop team at Hampshire Transport Management (HTM), helping maintain the reliability and safety of the vehicles that keep our county running. At Hampshire County Council, we serve the people of Hampshire “with purpose and pride to improve lives, today and for tomorrow.” As one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK, we’re known for innovation, professionalism, and our commitment to developing our people. The Role: As a Workshop Technician, you’ll carry out inspections, servicing, repairs and MOT preparation on a wide range of light and heavy vehicles, helping ensure they remain safe, roadworthy and compliant. You’ll use modern diagnostic tools, work to DVSA standards, maintain accurate records, and support occasional call outs or roadside assistance. You’ll be part of a skilled team committed to quality, safety and professional standards. What you’ll do: In this role, you’ll carry out routine servicing, maintenance, and repairs on HGVs and trailers, including diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults using specialist diagnostic equipment. You’ll prepare vehicles for MOTs, conduct inspections in line with DVSA standards, and complete thorough safety checks to ensure full compliance with health and safety requirements. You will maintain accurate records of all work undertaken, respond to breakdowns and provide roadside assistance when needed, and ensure tools and equipment are safely used and well maintained. Working closely with fellow technicians, you’ll also report major issues to the Workshop Manager and support the smooth running of the workshop. What we’re looking for: We’re looking for a skilled Vehicle Technician with an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair and proven experience in a similar role. You’ll bring strong diagnostic and problem‑solving abilities, good knowledge of DVSA regulations, and the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team. Experience in working on HGVs and LGV or D1 licence are strongly desirable. Experience with modern diagnostic tools and software, additional industry certifications such as IRTEC or ADR, and welding or fabrication skills would also be beneficial. Why join us? Sociable hours – predominantly Monday to Friday, 8am – 4pm. Overtime and standby payments available as additional earning opportunities. Friendly, supportive workshop environment where teamwork really matters. Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions. Holiday entitlement of 25 days raising to 28days after 5 years of service. Family friendly policies. Employee Support Services. Interest free travel loans and discounts. Access to a wide range of discounts on products and services. Excellent training and development opportunities to help you grow your skills. Strong sense of purpose – feel proud contributing to services that support Hampshire residents every day. We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace, where talent is truly recognised and developed. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of and where you are empowered to be your best and believe in creating a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles. If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch! To find out more about what we can offer you in return, please see our benefits package . Additional Information: Vehicle Technician Candidate Pack Vetting Requirements: This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check. Contact Details for an Informal Discussion: Jamie Jerrim, Workshop Operations Manager on Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies. We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.