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Carbon60 are looking for a Senior Vehicle Technician to join a local council and undertake a full range of repairs and maintenance to their fleet of vehicles and equipment. The role will be based in Stoke-on-Trent and the role is subject to high levels of physical effort as well as sometimes disagreeable conditions.

The ideal candidate will have an in-depth knowledge, skillset and experience within vehicle inspection, MOT testing, preventative maintenance and fault diagnosis. They will be able to carry out M.O.T. testing on Class 4, 5 and 7 vehicles and complete documentation as necessary. Furthermore, they will have experience with general engineering work, welding, bench work, machine shop tools and fabrications.

Job Description

Take responsibility for the safety and roadworthiness of the council's transport machinery and equipment
Completing tasks inclusive of fault finding and diagnostic testing of electrics, hydraulics, pneumatics systems as well as machinery powered by gas, diesel oil, petrol or electricity
Carry out MOT testing on Class 4, 5 and 7 vehicles and complete all required paperwork
Complete vehicle diagnostics, repairs and maintenance, vehicle safety inspections on the council's fleet of vehicles including motor vehicles, refuse, road sweepers, gulley vehicles and buses
Test drive vehicles both on or off site to diagnose faults or carry out safety checksSkills and Qualifications

Valid UK LGV Category C Driving Licence
Qualified MOT inspector/ actively training as an MOT inspector
VOSA recognised Certificate for Large Goods Vehicle Safety/Roadworthiness inspections
Thorough knowledge of M.O.T. Testing, standards and procedures
Hold a relevant qualification in Plant Motor Vehicle Technology equivalent to NVQ level 2/3Pay and Package

PAYE £25 per hour
Temporary role - 3 months (possibility of being made permanent if proven suitable)
Shift Pattern:
Week 1 - Monday - Thursday 06:30am - 2:30pm | Friday 06:30am - 2:00pm
Week 2 - Monday - Thursday 08:00am - 4:00pm | Friday 08:00am - 3:30pm
Emergency standby and call out rotaThis is a great opportunity for someone looking for a senior position to further their career and the chance to work with a large city council.

If you are interested in this role, please apply directly or contact Ellie at Carbon60 Fareham on (phone number removed) or by email at

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy