HGV Technician

Vehicle Technician (HGV)

Salary £35,235 per annum (plus guaranteed standby payment of £5,423) + benefits

About the role

We are seeking to fill an upcoming vacancy for the role of Vehicle Technician (HGV).

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a firm commitment to inclusivity, fairness, dignity and the highest standards of ethical behaviours and champion these in their day-to-day work in compliance with our ethical code of conduct.

A time served and qualified engineer with relevant qualifications, minimum of level 3 Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

We welcome applications from all sections of society with the necessary skills, qualifications and experience and encourage applications from underrepresented groups in our workforce or society.

About Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service are one of the UK’s leading Fire and Rescue Services for responding and innovation. We pride ourselves in striving to ‘Create the Safest Community’ and our dedicated, and diverse workforce are committed to delivering this.

The Service values and respects the diversity of its employees and aims to recruit a workforce that represents the communities we serve.

As an HGV Technician you will:

• Undertake maintenance of the Services fleet of appliances, light vans, cars and marine craft.
• Carry out fault diagnosis and repairs on any reported defects.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT.
• Carry out all work in a safe manner at all times.
• Attend Stations and other Service locations to carry out maintenance/repairs

We are seeking a candidate who has demonstrable experience of:

• 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.

About our department

The Technical Services Centre is a purpose-built facility on Baltic Road in Gateshead. Technical Services is a modernised central transport, property and equipment maintenance and supply facility.

The Technical Services department co-ordinates the development and delivery of asset storage and issue, maintenance, evaluation, specification and compliance with all technical, legal and policy standards. Its primary purpose is to facilitate the effective and efficient management of transport and operational equipment assets along with the provision of PPE, fuel and consumables, which supports the continuous improvement of service delivery.

The Selection Process

Set out below are the key dates relating to this selection process:

Stage Timeline*
Advert closes – Monday 30th June 2025 at 12:00 noon
Notification of shortlist – W/C 7th July 2025
On-site assessment: Interview – WC 14th July 2025
*Please note the dates and stages detailed may be subject to change

Interested in applying?

Further details can be found in the accompanying job description and person specification. You are required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 1000 words which should demonstrate how you meet the criteria stated on the person specification and job description. Cover letters and CV’s will not be accepted.

Further 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 Workshop Manager Tom Greer via Tom.greer@twfire.gov.uk

Pre-employment checks

The successful applicant will be subject to our pre-employment screening process which includes a standard DBS check, completion of an occupational health medical questionnaire and a substance abuse test. We will also conduct right to work and reference checks. 

Please submit your application form by no later than 12 noon on Monday 30th June