Skilled Vehicle and Plant Technician
| Company: | Stoke on Trent City Council |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £34,811 to £37,563 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Working pattern: | Field-based |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 23 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 14 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Directorate: Housing, Regeneration and Operations
Section: Fleet Operations
Location: Weighbridge Site Lodge
Grade: Level 8
This post is graded at Level 8 plus a Market Supplement of £3,437 taking the salary to a flat sum of £41,000. This market supplement will end on 31/03/2029.
Hours: 37 hours per week
This advert is open to both internal and external applicants.
About us:
We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that's where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.
Stoke-on-Trent City Council's diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.
Further information on the Council and our directorates
The Role:
Fleet Operations & Compliance is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our unique and dynamic team of highly motivated professionals who work collaboratively to ensure the operations comply with legislative requirements.
The department works to tight timescales, statutory deadlines and therefore experience of working within a highly pressured responsive service is a must. The Fleet & Workshop Team is undergoing rapid development towards a more business driven approach and is aiming to increase the services provided. The department plays an integral part of the Council's fleet operations ensuring legal compliance in all areas. This is an essential function to support the Council in providing the services to the residents of the city.
The successful candidate will be a qualified Heavy Goods Vehicle mechanic who has experience in all the major elements of goods vehicle repair’s including engines, transmission, braking systems and suspension including a basic knowledge of vehicle electrics. Experience of Goods Vehicle MOT preparation is desirable. Must have the ability to work on a wide variety of vehicles and plant including HGV's, LGV's and Agricultural machines.
For more information on the role, please contact the Recruiting Manager Paul Massey, paul.massey@stoke.gov.uk
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake the full range of repair, maintenance and servicing to external customers vehicles in accordance with Council policies and procedures, legislative requirements, manufacturers standards
To prepare Large Goods Vehicles and Light Vehicles to the standard required to pass the statutory MOT/LGV Test
To carry out MOT testing on class 4, 5 and 7 vehicles and suitability testing on Hackney Carriages and Private Hire Taxis
Improve and maintain high standards of housekeeping within the workshop facility
Responsibility for ensuring the safety and roadworthiness of the Council's operational fleet of vehicles, plant, trailers and equipment