Skilled Vehicle Technician
We are recruiting for skilled vehicle technicians to join our Transport workshops
If you are passionate about keeping our fleet safe, reliable and roadworthy, committed to delivering high-quality maintenance services, and bring the relevant qualifications and hands-on experience, we would love to hear from you.
In this role, you will:
• Carry out scheduled servicing, repairs, diagnostics and maintenance on light commercial vehicles, HGVs, minibuses and plant equipment in line with manufacturer standards and legal requirements.
• Inspect vehicles to identify faults, prepare accurate reports, and ensure all work meets MOT and road traffic regulations.
• Maintain detailed service records, job sheets and parts usage logs using our workshop management system.
• Advise drivers and transport staff on vehicle condition, repair needs and safe operating practices.
• Work collaboratively within the workshop team to minimise vehicle downtime and ensure efficient workshop operations.
About You
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:
• Essential qualification: Level 3 Light Vehicle or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair qualification (or equivalent), plus valid MOT tester status (or willingness to work toward this).
• Experience requirement: Proven experience as a vehicle technician, with hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge requirement: Up-to-date knowledge of road transport legislation, health & safety regulations, and modern vehicle technologies and diagnostic tools.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse community.
Our Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Local Government Pension Scheme membership.
- Generous annual leave: 29 days, rising to 33 with 5+ years’ service, plus bank holidays and 3 additional days at Christmas.
- Learning and development opportunities through our Learning Academy, with clear career development and leadership pathways.
Benefits
Tower Hamlets is a truly unique borough at the heart of London – a place where history and innovation sit side by side. From the docks and markets that shaped the East End to the global business hub of Canary Wharf, we are proud to be one of the most dynamic, diverse, and ambitious communities in the UK. We are also one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs in the country, offering unrivalled opportunities to make a real difference to people’s lives. Our residents are energetic, creative, and resilient, and our council is committed to delivering the best possible services and opportunities for them.
Our award-winning new Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace for our staff, right at the heart of the borough and directly opposite Whitechapel Tube and Elizabeth line station. It is more than just a workplace – it’s a hub for collaboration, innovation and community, designed to bring out the best in our people.
As an employer, we put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Our active Employee Network Groups celebrate and champion our workforce, helping to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging. Guided by our TOWER values – Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respect – we are building a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive.
At Tower Hamlets Council, you’ll find exciting challenges, supportive colleagues, and the chance to shape one of London’s most important and vibrant places. If you’re looking for a role where you can see the impact of your work every day, then Tower Hamlets is the place for you.
Salary range
- £42,264 - £44,435 per year