Heavy Vehicle Technician

2 weeks ago

Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Cardiff and Vale College Full time £23,620 - £25,949 per year

Salary

£23,620 - £23,900
(Based on a FTE salary of
£25,949 - £26,256 per
annum)

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Term Time Only

Package

Generous Annual Leave, Health Scheme and alongside your salary an employers contribution of 16.30% (£ Min) - £ Max)) is made as part of the Local Government Pension scheme.

Job category/type

Automotive

Date posted

28/11/2025

Job reference

REQ

An exciting vacancy is available as a Heavy Vehicle Technician in the Automotive department at Cardiff and Vale College. This post will be based at the Dumballs Road 2 Campus in Cardiff.

Responsibilities include:

  • To be actively involved in all timetabled practical sessions within the working hours of the contract providing support for staff with resources and equipment to enable these sessions to run effectively.
  • To maintain procedures for safe efficient and effective operation of the Faculty facilities.
  • To assist lecturing staff in the preparation of materials and equipment for student activities.
  • To ensure that adequate supplies of materials, equipment and tools etc are available when and where required.
  • To dismantle learner's work and salvage materials for future use.
  • To keep a regular check on tools, equipment etc and to assist lecturing staff in ensuring general security within the department.
  • To assist in checking stock and keeping stock records updated on an annual basis.
  • To carry out general routine inspection maintenance.
  • To assist in ensuring safe working environment in all areas designated. This duty includes portable appliance testing (PAT), COSHH regulations and any future regulations that the College may need to introduce together with associated recording procedures
  • To assist lecturing staff in the preparation of course teaching materials and in curriculum development and delivery as a team member. Assisting in developments of a general nature.
  • Welsh language skills are not essential but would be desirable for this role.

Applications are to be made using the Cardiff and Vale College application form only. The college welcomes applications in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application in English. If we invite you to interview, let us know if you would like us to conduct the interview and assessment process in Welsh.

The closing date for completed applications 12/12/2025 at 11:59pm.

To find out more or apply go to or contact the Human Resources Department on or

All vacancies are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and employment will not commence without a valid up to date DBS check. This is a contractual agreement that must be in place before your employment starts. The College's procedure for the Suitability of Ex-offenders for Employment is available upon request.

These are contractual agreements that must be in place before your employment can commence.

We are committed to the recruitment and retention of disabled people, and are a positive disability confident scheme employer.

  • Hydraulic Engineer

    1 week ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Heavy Jobs Full time £30,000 - £60,000 per year

    Hydraulic Engineer/Technician (South Wales/South West, UK)HeavyJobs is recruiting for a leading hydraulic engineering services provider. Our client offers maintenance and repair services across South Wales and the South West with some UK wide travel, focusing on Energy from Waste, industrial, power generation, and defence sectors.We are looking for two...

  • Vehicle Technician

    6 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Wessex Garages Full time £25,000 - £40,000 per year

    Join Our Expanding Team at Wessex Garages – Vehicle Technicians WantedWessex Garages – Penarth is expanding with a brand new site, and we're looking for skilled and enthusiasticVehicle Techniciansof all experience levels to join our team Whether you're aVehicle Technician or a Master Technician, we have fantastic opportunities for you to develop your...

  • Vehicle Technician

    1 week ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom WESSEX GARAGES Full time £25,000 - £55,000 per year

    Reference Number Location Hadfield Rd, CardiffSalary Competitive Plus BonusAt Wessex Garages, we've been putting customers first and delivering excellence in automotive retail for over 35 years. With dealerships across South Wales and the South West of England, we proudly represent leading manufacturers including Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, GWM and...

  • Technician

    4 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Waylands Full time £30,000 - £40,000 per year

    Technician, Honda, CardiffAre you ambitious, a team-player and driven to deliver a first-class service to our customers?If so, you could be just who we at Waylands Automotive are looking forWe are looking to recruit a skilled Service Technician to work alongside our existing dedicated team at our Honda dealership in Cardiff. The successful candidate will be...

  • HGV & LGV Technicians

    2 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Rosato Recruitment Limited Full time £25,000 - £40,000 per year

    Job Description Our client is a market leading dealership with sites throughout South Wales. They currently have positions available in NEWPORT, CARDIFF & SWANSEA for level 3 qualified technicians. They have HGV and LGV positions available.Main Purpose of Job:Responsible for the mechanical and electrical repair, preventative maintenance and modification of...

  • Signage Technician Apprenticeship

    2 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Signs Express Oxford Full time £19,520 - £29,100 per year

    Home / Sheffield / Signage Technician Apprenticeship (NVQL3) - Sheffield/RotherhamSigns Express Sheffield & RotherhamSignage Technician Apprenticeship NVQL3Signs Express (Sheffield/Rotherham) is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as aSignage Technician Apprentice. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a...

  • Hygiene Service Technician

    4 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Rentokil Initial Group Full time £25,591 - £33,000 per year

    Rentokil Specialist Hygiene TechnicianJoin Our Team and Make a DifferenceWe are currently seeking a Specialist Hygiene Technician to join our dedicated team at the Brislington branch, covering Newport, Cardiff and Bridgend areas. If you enjoy managing your own schedule and solving unique customer problems in person, this could be the perfect opportunity for...

  • Pest Control Technician- Brecon/Merthyr Tydfil

    1 week ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Vergo Full time £26,000 - £29,000 per year

    Vergo Pest Management Ltd is the largest independent national pest service provider in the UK today. Through continued growth, we have a fantastic opportunity for a customer facing Pest Control Technician to join our team, working in the Pest Control Technician- Brecon/Merthyr Tydfil and surrounding area . Whether you are experienced in the industry,...

  • Utility-Scale Site Technician

    6 days ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Solar Careers UK Full time £45,000 - £60,000 per year

    With the UK government's ambitious goal of delivering 60GW of solar power by 2030, Solar Careers UK are on a mission to help recruit, train, and place over 43,000 new professionals into rewarding careers within the solar and battery storage industry.Solar Careers UK is a division of Solar Energy UK, the trade association representing over 425 solar...

  • Building Fabric Technician

    2 weeks ago

    Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Vital Human Resources Full time £30,000 - £40,000 per year

    Building Fabric Technician required to work on a mobile basis in the South Wales and South West and surrounding areas.General duties will be to carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks on commercial premises for a large retail customer.Carry out repair works from 'roof to ground' including internal works adhering to contract service level agreements...