Workshop Technician
| Posting date: | 24 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £34,434 to £37,280 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 June 2026 |
| Location: | LN4 3BS |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | North Kesteven District Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Workshop Technician
Full -time (37 hours) – Permanent
Grade C1, £34,434 - £37,280 per annum
North Kesteven District Council is seeking an experienced and highly competent professional to join the Waste & Street Scene team based at Metheringham Depot. This post puts you at the heart of a an operational team who delivers the Councils waste collection service.
Job Requirements:
• NVQ level 3 (or equivalent experience) or above in heavy vehicle maintenance
• Category C licence
• Proven experience as an HGV Technician, Mechanic or Fitter
• Experience of refuse collection vehicles (desirable)
• Loler and IRTEC accreditation (desirable)
Key Responsibilities:
• Diagnose, repair and maintain a range of HGVs and LGVs to DVSA standards
• Undertake scheduled servicing, MOT preparations and safety inspections
• Responding to vehicle defects and breakdowns using diagnostic equipment
• Complete accurate service records associated to the role
Key Attributes:
• Conscientious with good attention to detail
• A problem solving mindset and pride in delivering quality work
• Proven experience and competency across all technical aspects of vehicle maintenance
• Commitment to safety, teamwork and continuous learning/personal development
Fleet maintenance is the beating heart of our highly regarded waste collection service. We invite you to join a team who take immense pride in keeping our fleet on the road. If you’re ready to put your skills to work in a team that values quality, safety and a pride in the job, we would love to hear from you.
Why not come along and see our excellent workshop facilities; the fleet of vehicles you would be working on; and talk to us about this post. We are opening the depot on:
Wednesday 17th June between 6pm – 7pm
Saturday 20th June between 8am – 10am
Depot address: Scoley Court, Moorlands Trading Estate, Metheringham. LN4 3BS
If you would like an informal chat about this post, please call Nina Camm Waste & Street Scene Manager on 01529 308380 between 07.00 – 14.00
To complete an application form and further details, please visit our website www.n-kesteven.gov.uk
The closing date for all applications is 28th June 2026
The interview date will be Monday 6th July 2026
Full -time (37 hours) – Permanent
Grade C1, £34,434 - £37,280 per annum
North Kesteven District Council is seeking an experienced and highly competent professional to join the Waste & Street Scene team based at Metheringham Depot. This post puts you at the heart of a an operational team who delivers the Councils waste collection service.
Job Requirements:
• NVQ level 3 (or equivalent experience) or above in heavy vehicle maintenance
• Category C licence
• Proven experience as an HGV Technician, Mechanic or Fitter
• Experience of refuse collection vehicles (desirable)
• Loler and IRTEC accreditation (desirable)
Key Responsibilities:
• Diagnose, repair and maintain a range of HGVs and LGVs to DVSA standards
• Undertake scheduled servicing, MOT preparations and safety inspections
• Responding to vehicle defects and breakdowns using diagnostic equipment
• Complete accurate service records associated to the role
Key Attributes:
• Conscientious with good attention to detail
• A problem solving mindset and pride in delivering quality work
• Proven experience and competency across all technical aspects of vehicle maintenance
• Commitment to safety, teamwork and continuous learning/personal development
Fleet maintenance is the beating heart of our highly regarded waste collection service. We invite you to join a team who take immense pride in keeping our fleet on the road. If you’re ready to put your skills to work in a team that values quality, safety and a pride in the job, we would love to hear from you.
Why not come along and see our excellent workshop facilities; the fleet of vehicles you would be working on; and talk to us about this post. We are opening the depot on:
Wednesday 17th June between 6pm – 7pm
Saturday 20th June between 8am – 10am
Depot address: Scoley Court, Moorlands Trading Estate, Metheringham. LN4 3BS
If you would like an informal chat about this post, please call Nina Camm Waste & Street Scene Manager on 01529 308380 between 07.00 – 14.00
To complete an application form and further details, please visit our website www.n-kesteven.gov.uk
The closing date for all applications is 28th June 2026
The interview date will be Monday 6th July 2026
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