Job Description:
Our client are looking for a Light Vehicle Technician to join their established team. The role is to start immediately, and although it's initially on an ongoing contract basis, there will be a permanent opportunity for the right candidate.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Light Vehicle Technician to inspect, diagnose, service and repair a fleet of light vehicles, ensuring they are safe, legal, roadworthy and fit for operational use.
The role plays a key part in maintaining vehicle availability, reducing downtime and delivering a high?quality technical service through effective fault finding, efficient repairs and clear customer communication.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out diagnostics, servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance on light vehicles
- Undertake statutory inspections, calibrations and MOT preparation (where qualified)
- Ensure all vehicles comply with legal, safety and roadworthiness requirements
- Accurately complete job cards, inspection reports and maintenance records
- Liaise with customers to explain work completed and agree priorities
- Identify repair costs, warranty opportunities and end?of?life vehicle concerns
- Order parts responsibly and support cost control
- Support and mentor apprentices or trainees when required
- Maintain workshop tools and equipment in a safe, calibrated condition
- Follow all Health & Safety, safe working and quality procedures
- Participate in out?of?hours standby or breakdown cover when required
- Maintain up?to?date technical knowledge through training and industry developments
Scope & Accountability
- Responsible for the quality, safety and legality of all work completed
- Works independently to prioritise workload and meet service demands
- May supervise or support 1–2 apprentices or trainees
- Works on high?value fleet vehicles and associated equipment
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
- Previous experience as a Light Vehicle Technician in a workshop environment
- Strong diagnostic and fault?finding capability
- Good understanding of vehicle legislation, Health & Safety and COSHH
- Ability to complete job records and technical documentation accurately
- Strong communication skills and ability to prioritise under pressure
- Full UK driving licence
- Own basic tool kit
Desirable
- MOT Tester qualification (or willingness to achieve)
- Experience mentoring apprentices or trainees
- Experience working with fleet or commercial vehicles
TR2 Recruitment Ltd acts as an Employment Agency for permanent workers and an Employment Business for temporary workers.
Jonny Edwards
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