Motor Vehicle Technician

We're recruiting for an experienced Motor Vehicle Technician to join a busy workshop team on a fixed-term basis, supporting the maintenance of our essential emergency service fleet.

Salary: £35,019 - £41,380 + 21% unsocial hours payment

Location: Newcastle

Hours: 37.5hrs average, 4‑on / 4‑off, 12‑hour shifts

Type of contract: Fixed term contract, minimum 6 months, potential extension

What you'll do

• Carry out high‑quality servicing, inspections and repairs on vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes (majority up to 5.5t).
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical and hydraulic faults.
• Complete planned and unplanned maintenance to keep our fleet operational and safe.
• Road test vehicles as required.
• Use our computerised fleet management system to record work accurately.
• Liaise professionally with managers, crews, suppliers and contractors.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace and uphold NEASUS standards.
• Provide occasional cover for the Team Leader when needed.

What we're looking for

• Strong experience working on LGVs/light HGVs
• Excellent diagnostic skills
• Confident using fleet or workshop systems
• Professional communication and teamwork
• Commitment to safe, high‑quality, value‑for‑money repairs
• Ability to keep up with industry technology and standards

Working pattern

• 4 days on / 4 days off
• 12‑hour shifts: 06:00-18:00 or 12:00-00:00

If you think this role could be suited to your skillset, please apply to this advert and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss next steps.

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