Vehicle Technician - Improver
| Posting date: | 28 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £29,540 to £31,022 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | Kirklees |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Kirklees Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 16471 |
Summary
Transport Services are responsible for all aspects of transport and related services including, procurement, maintenance and disposal on behalf of the Council. Transport services currently have a fleet size of approximately 800 vehicles ranging from small light commercials to large heavy goods refuse vehicles. Transport Services operate from three vehicle repair facilities across Kirklees.
Your role would involve working as part of a team, contributing to ensuring that Kirklees Council remains at the forefront of exemplar vehicle maintenance. You will be supported and provided with training to increase your knowledge and practical skillsets to meet the key capabilities required to progress to a fully trained and qualified Vehicle Technician, and the competence to work on the full range of fleet vehicles operated by the organisation. Your duties will include being trained to increase your ability to complete all required tasks expected of a fully qualified Vehicle Technician, this includes carrying out HGV Preventative Maintenance Inspections (safety inspections), all aspects of scheduled servicing, auxiliary equipment repairs (bin-lifts, road sweepers etc.), preparing HGV’s for their annual periodic tests (including driving to selected test stations), attending breakdowns, and Electric and Hybrid Vehicle (E&HVs) maintenance. You will ensure that you undertake your duties in-accordance to required standards, including adhering to Health & Safety legislations and local workplace procedures, working in ways to protect safety. You will report to a Workshop Team Leader and the Transport Workshops Manager.
The Transport Services Workshop function is an evolving world where changes are constant due to transport innovations, such as changes to vehicle and plant designs. You will need to commit to Continuous Professional Development and embrace technological innovations to continue to meet the needs of the job.
This role will require you to carry out vehicle inspections, servicing, maintenance and repairs to vehicles and plants operated by Kirklees Council, in line with DVSA standards. You will be expected to work at George Street Depot in Dewsbury and may occasionally be asked to work at our other workshop which is in Huddersfield.
We are looking for an individual who has:
• Knowledge of vehicles and plant operated within local authorities, including associated equipment.
• Possession of HGV licence or willingness to undertake training to obtain.
• City & Guilds/NVQ level 2 in Motor Vehicle Repair.
• Knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety legislation as it relates to the workshop environment.
• Willingness to work at various locations within Kirklees areas.
• Successfully completed apprenticeship with post experience working within a busy workshop environment maintaining and repairing a variety of motor vehicles OR can demonstrate sufficient experience and successfully working towards completing.
What can we offer?
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Excellent pension scheme.
• 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.
Tom Freeland is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.
Your role would involve working as part of a team, contributing to ensuring that Kirklees Council remains at the forefront of exemplar vehicle maintenance. You will be supported and provided with training to increase your knowledge and practical skillsets to meet the key capabilities required to progress to a fully trained and qualified Vehicle Technician, and the competence to work on the full range of fleet vehicles operated by the organisation. Your duties will include being trained to increase your ability to complete all required tasks expected of a fully qualified Vehicle Technician, this includes carrying out HGV Preventative Maintenance Inspections (safety inspections), all aspects of scheduled servicing, auxiliary equipment repairs (bin-lifts, road sweepers etc.), preparing HGV’s for their annual periodic tests (including driving to selected test stations), attending breakdowns, and Electric and Hybrid Vehicle (E&HVs) maintenance. You will ensure that you undertake your duties in-accordance to required standards, including adhering to Health & Safety legislations and local workplace procedures, working in ways to protect safety. You will report to a Workshop Team Leader and the Transport Workshops Manager.
The Transport Services Workshop function is an evolving world where changes are constant due to transport innovations, such as changes to vehicle and plant designs. You will need to commit to Continuous Professional Development and embrace technological innovations to continue to meet the needs of the job.
This role will require you to carry out vehicle inspections, servicing, maintenance and repairs to vehicles and plants operated by Kirklees Council, in line with DVSA standards. You will be expected to work at George Street Depot in Dewsbury and may occasionally be asked to work at our other workshop which is in Huddersfield.
We are looking for an individual who has:
• Knowledge of vehicles and plant operated within local authorities, including associated equipment.
• Possession of HGV licence or willingness to undertake training to obtain.
• City & Guilds/NVQ level 2 in Motor Vehicle Repair.
• Knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety legislation as it relates to the workshop environment.
• Willingness to work at various locations within Kirklees areas.
• Successfully completed apprenticeship with post experience working within a busy workshop environment maintaining and repairing a variety of motor vehicles OR can demonstrate sufficient experience and successfully working towards completing.
What can we offer?
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Excellent pension scheme.
• 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.
Tom Freeland is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.
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