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Fleet Technician

Job Posted: 7 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Fareham, Hampshire

Expire in: 21 days

Job Description

Fleet Technician

Department: Street Scene Salary: £18.59 per hour Contract: Permanent, Full Time Hours: 37 hours per week Working Pattern:

Monday-Thursday: 05:45-13:45 or 08:00-16:00

Friday: 05:45-13:15 or 08:00-15:30

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Fleet Technician to join our Street Scene Transport Repair Unit. You'll play a key role in maintaining and repairing the Council's fleet, ensuring our front-line services can operate safely and efficiently.

Working both independently and as part of a small workshop team, you will carry out a wide range of maintenance, diagnostic and repair tasks across vehicles, plant, and specialist equipment.

What You'll Be Doing

As part of the Transport Repair Unit, your responsibilities will include:

Conducting safety inspections on large and light vehicles

Carrying out safety checks on all types of plant and equipment

Servicing, diagnosing, and repairing defects on a wide range of vehicles and council-owned equipment

Preparing vehicles for MOT and ensuring compliance with UK road safety legislation

Using specialist diagnostic equipment to identify and repair faults in:

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Computerised container hoists & refuse bodies

Automatic gearboxes

Plant equipment

Completing accurate written documentation and updating the Fleet Management Software for compliance

Following all Council procedures and Health & Safety requirements

Maintaining high standards of conduct and representing the Council positively

Attending training courses as required

Who We're Looking For

You will be someone who takes pride in their work, thrives in a team environment, and can confidently work on your own initiative. You will also bring:

Strong customer care and teamwork skills

The ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Confidence using a tablet for servicing, repairs, and defect reporting

Solid knowledge and experience in vehicle and plant maintenance

Willingness to work additional or unsocial hours, including Public and Statutory holidays, and in all weather conditions

At least 5 year's experience in the automotive industry

Qualifications and experience in diagnosing electrical components

Full understanding of automotive scanners for servicing and diagnostics

Experience servicing vehicles to manufacturer specifications

Experience preparing light vehicles and HGVs for MOT testing

Level 3 Heavy Vehicle qualification

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job

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