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HGV Vehicle Technician

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
21/01/2022
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 04/02/2022 12:00
Salary:
£25,481 - £27,041 + benefits (including guaranteed stand by payment of £3,939.62)
Job Category:
Manual / Trades / Transport
Vacancy ID:
219420
Employment Location:
Tyne and Wear
Closing date:
4 Feb
Further Information
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Vehicle Technician (HGV)
£25,481 - £27,041 + benefits (including guaranteed stand by payment of £3,939.62)

About the role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified and experienced Commercial Vehicle Technician with experience of the maintenance and repair of heavy goods vehicles, light vehicles and/or plant.

You will be part of a team responsible for the inspection, maintenance, service and repair of the Service’s appliance and vehicle fleet, ladders and ancillary equipment. You will also be part of an on-call rota providing technical support.

The Service values and respects the diversity of its employees, and aims to recruit a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We welcome applications irrespective of people’s race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity.

Required Skills/Experience:

• A relevant Mechanical qualification such as a technical certificate, NVQ or apprenticeship.
• Proven experience in a work environment of diagnosing and rectifying faults including those present in electrical/electronic systems fitted to modern vehicles and plant.
• Ability to undertake all types of mechanical repairs including hydraulics, diesel and petrol engines, automatic transmissions, retarders, full air braking systems, ABS and traction control systems
• Ability to fabricate basic components using a variety of materials, including metal and wood.
• Excellent communication and IT skills
• Ability to work consistently and to deadlines whilst producing good quality work.

Closing date for applications is 04 February 2022 at 12:00 hours

What we can offer you:

The Technical Services Centre is a purpose built facility on Baltic Road in Gateshead, with easy access from all main routes. On-site facilities include a canteen (self-service), gym and free parking. The role also benefits from an attractive package, starting at 22 days holiday, increasing with Service and public holidays, Flexible Working, Local Government Pension Scheme and access to a range of social and volunteering opportunities.

About the Selection Process:

Advert closes - 04 February 2022 at 12:00 hours
Notification of shortlist - 04 February 2022
On-site assessment activities: Interview and Practical/Technical Assessment - 9/10/11th February 2022

Please note the dates detailed may be subject to change due to COVID impact.

Interested in applying?

Further details can be found in the accompanying job description and person specification. More information about our Service can be found by visiting www.twfire.gov.uk and our various social media channels.

For further information about the role please contact Tom Greer, Workshop Manager - tom.greer@twfire.gov.uk

Thank you and good luck!
Please note
This job is closed for applications.

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