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Vehicle Technician
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Vehicle Technician
Senior Vehicle Technician Position reference: 50012279 | Directorate: Growth and Sustainability Service: Commercial & Operational Service Support
Key Information
- Salary: £35,412 - £38,220 (per annum)
- Hours per week: 37
- Contract type: Permanent
- Working arrangements: On-site, 4-day shift with a rolling day off
- Closing date: 10/07/2026 by 23:59
- Applicant requirements:
- Must hold proficiency in spoken English for professional duties
- Requires a Basic Criminal Record Check
- Must provide reasonable explanation for any extended stays (6+ months within the last 3 years abroad)
- Legal work eligibility: Must possess valid national or work-approved visas (prior to commencing)
Job Context
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Award-winning local authority specialising in creating opportunities for the Borough of Barnsley. Staff are awarded comprehensive benefits including health, career growth, flexible working, and exclusive perks. Join a diverse organisation committed to modern, progressive change and zero-carbon initiatives.
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About the Role
We’re recruiting for an experienced Senior Vehicle Technician within Fleet Services, based at Smithies Lane Depot’s repair workshop.
Key responsibilities:
- Conduct preventative inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs across a diverse council fleet, including:
- Cars
- Refuse collection vehicles (up to 26T)
- Ensure exceptional quality, accountability, and flawless compliance with deadlines/health & safety standards.
- Act as a decision informant, by gathering and delivering data-driven management insights—balancing financial and operational demands within a dynamic, fast-paced environment focused on an EV transition strategy.
- Mentor and guide colleagues and trainees to uphold and promote our value-driven culture.
- Collaborate across departments and partners to drive sustainable development in the Borough.
Person Profile & Requirements
Experience and skills in:
- Expert vehicle mechanics with solid knowledge of fleet-specific applications.
- Technical abilities for manual and diagnoses of diverse vehicle types.
- Ability to document, present accurate reports, and communicate thoroughly with management.
- Commitment and opportunity to safeguard student/employee career development through structured training.
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Prefer:
- Familiarity with BMBC’s Vehicle Technician Profile 2019 standards
- Demonstrated enthusiasm for sustainability and innovative technologies (e.g., carbon-neutral strategies).
Corporate Culture & Inclusivity
At Barnsley Council, we prioritise diversity, accessibility, and equality.
- We welcome applicants with adverse past convictions—join us in providing second chances.
- Occupational health resources and flexible working arrangements are extended to support assistants with caring responsibilities.
- Active support for applicants during recruitment through targeted adjustments.
- Residents and staff engagement drives our sustainable partnership growth.
Entry via;</> application form exclusively (CVs not considered). For guidelines and document inclusion, review attached:
- [Vehicle Technician Profile 2019](docx-link-here.zip"You'll need to download it directly")
- Exposure Profile High PDF.
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