Vehicle Maintenance Technician

3 weeks ago


Bathgate, West Lothian, United Kingdom West Lothian Council Full time

Job Overview

West Lothian Council is seeking skilled Fleet Technicians to enhance our dedicated team within a modern workshop environment.

This position entails a commitment of 36 hours per week, including a shift pattern that incorporates night shifts, which comes with a 14% salary premium. Participation in the standby rota is required, offering additional compensation. Overtime may be necessary during peak periods.

Employees will enjoy 26 days of annual leave, along with 7 public holidays, and access to a comprehensive pension scheme and employee benefits program, which includes discounts at numerous local and national businesses.

To promote a healthy workforce, we provide access to a variety of specialized support and advice through our employee assistance program.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Under the guidance of Senior Foreperson(s), perform general repairs and maintenance on a diverse range of vehicles, machinery, and equipment.
  • Ensure all vehicles and equipment are maintained and inspected according to manufacturer guidelines and DVSA standards to guarantee road safety.
  • Prepare vehicles, including HGVs, for their annual inspections.
  • Respond to roadside breakdowns, conducting repairs on-site with the use of a designated vehicle.
  • Participate in the standby rota as required.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • Time-served HGV Mechanic (City & Guilds Scotvec Level 3).
  • C plus E Driving license preferred; training will be provided.
  • Understanding of Health & Safety regulations.
  • Class IV, V, and VII MOT tester qualifications preferred; training will be provided.
  • Proactive in identifying service improvement opportunities.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, fostering effective relationships with customers, contractors, and team members.
  • Experience with DVSA, DFT, and guidelines for maintaining roadworthiness and MOT inspection standards.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the community of Scotland. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and those from minority ethnic communities or socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.


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