Commercial Vehicle Technician
| Posting date: | 22 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £39,276 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 June 2026 |
| Location: | Barnet, Hertfordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | BBS Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | BBS/ Barnet |
Summary
BBS Recruitment is an independent recruitment agency for the transport and logistics sector, supplying to a variety of clients across London, Hertfordshire and surrounding areas. We also recruit for Social Care and Public Sector roles.
We are currently recruiting for a Commercial Vehicle Technician Level 3 to join our client Barnet Council in Barnet to support the maintenance, servicing, inspection, and repair of commercial vehicles and associated fleet equipment.
The Commercial Vehicle Technician role will involve diagnosing faults, carrying out mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs, completing safety inspections, supporting MOT preparation, and maintaining accurate service records.
The successful candidate must hold a Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or an equivalent relevant technical qualification, along with experience working on commercial vehicles, fleet vehicles, or HGVs.
Key Responsibilities of Commercial Vehicle Technician:
• Carry out maintenance, servicing, inspection, and repair of commercial vehicles
• Diagnose faults and complete mechanical, electrical and hydraulic repairs
• Conduct vehicle inspections in line with safety regulations and manufacturer standards
• Complete repairs and maintenance to high technical and safety standards
• Carry out routine servicing, MOT preparation and defect rectification
• Use diagnostic equipment and technical manuals to identify and resolve issues
• Maintain accurate service, repair and inspection records
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures and workshop standards
• Support the operational availability and reliability of the Council’s vehicle fleet
• Work with workshop staff, supervisors and other departments
• Participate in training and development to maintain technical knowledge
Essential Experience & Skills of Commercial Vehicle Technician:
• Experience as a Commercial Vehicle Technician or similar vehicle maintenance role
• A Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance and Repair qualification or equivalent
• Experience servicing and repairing commercial vehicles, fleet vehicles or HGVs
• Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills
• Experience within a local authority or public sector fleet environment
• Knowledge of MOT testing and inspection standards
• Knowledge of vehicle diagnostic and fault-finding procedures
• Experience working safely in a workshop environment
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship
Essential Qualifications of Commercial Vehicle Technician:
• Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent technical qualification
• Valid UK driving licence
Additional Information
This is a permanent opportunity with Barnet Council.
We are currently recruiting for a Commercial Vehicle Technician Level 3 to join our client Barnet Council in Barnet to support the maintenance, servicing, inspection, and repair of commercial vehicles and associated fleet equipment.
The Commercial Vehicle Technician role will involve diagnosing faults, carrying out mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs, completing safety inspections, supporting MOT preparation, and maintaining accurate service records.
The successful candidate must hold a Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or an equivalent relevant technical qualification, along with experience working on commercial vehicles, fleet vehicles, or HGVs.
Key Responsibilities of Commercial Vehicle Technician:
• Carry out maintenance, servicing, inspection, and repair of commercial vehicles
• Diagnose faults and complete mechanical, electrical and hydraulic repairs
• Conduct vehicle inspections in line with safety regulations and manufacturer standards
• Complete repairs and maintenance to high technical and safety standards
• Carry out routine servicing, MOT preparation and defect rectification
• Use diagnostic equipment and technical manuals to identify and resolve issues
• Maintain accurate service, repair and inspection records
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures and workshop standards
• Support the operational availability and reliability of the Council’s vehicle fleet
• Work with workshop staff, supervisors and other departments
• Participate in training and development to maintain technical knowledge
Essential Experience & Skills of Commercial Vehicle Technician:
• Experience as a Commercial Vehicle Technician or similar vehicle maintenance role
• A Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance and Repair qualification or equivalent
• Experience servicing and repairing commercial vehicles, fleet vehicles or HGVs
• Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills
• Experience within a local authority or public sector fleet environment
• Knowledge of MOT testing and inspection standards
• Knowledge of vehicle diagnostic and fault-finding procedures
• Experience working safely in a workshop environment
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship
Essential Qualifications of Commercial Vehicle Technician:
• Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent technical qualification
• Valid UK driving licence
Additional Information
This is a permanent opportunity with Barnet Council.