Light Vehicle Technician

Job Title: Light Vehicle Technician Sector: PSV Technicians / Workshop Staff Location: Bodmin, Cornwall Contract Type: Temporary Salary / Pay Rate: £18.09 per hour PAYE Start Date: ASAP Duration (if applicable): Temporary ongoing possible temp to perm for right candidate Working Hours / Pattern: £18.09 per hour PAYE Flexible shift options, including: 4‑day working week Mon–Thur 7am–5pm Tues–Fri 7am–9pm Key Responsibilities: * Clutches, cambelts, and full engine work * Full spectrum of routine servicing, diagnostics & repairs * Maintenance of cars and light commercial vehicles Essential Criteria: * Level 3 Light Vehicle qualification (minimum) * Previous experience * Full UK Driving Licence Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Light Vehicle Technician to inspect, diagnose, service and repair a fleet of light vehicles, ensuring they are safe, legal, roadworthy and fit for operational use. The role plays a key part in maintaining vehicle availability, reducing downtime and delivering a highquality technical service through effective fault finding, efficient repairs and clear customer communication. Key Responsibilities  Carry out diagnostics, servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance on light vehicles  Undertake statutory inspections, calibrations and MOT preparation (where qualified)  Ensure all vehicles comply with legal, safety and roadworthiness requirements  Accurately complete job cards, inspection reports and maintenance records  Liaise with customers to explain work completed and agree priorities  Identify repair costs, warranty opportunities and endoflife vehicle concerns  Order parts responsibly and support cost control  Support and mentor apprentices or trainees when required  Maintain workshop tools and equipment in a safe, calibrated condition  Follow all Health & Safety, safe working and quality procedures  Participate in outofhours standby or breakdown cover when required  Maintain uptodate technical knowledge through training and industry developments Scope & Accountability  Responsible for the quality, safety and legality of all work completed  Works independently to prioritise workload and meet service demands  May supervise or support 1–2 apprentices or trainees  Works on highvalue fleet vehicles and associated equipment Skills, Knowledge & Experience Essential  NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair  Previous experience as a Light Vehicle Technician in a workshop environment  Strong diagnostic and faultfinding capability  Good understanding of vehicle legislation, Health & Safety and COSHH  Ability to complete job records and technical documentation accurately  Strong communication skills and ability to prioritise under pressure  Full UK driving licence  Own basic tool kit Desirable  MOT Tester qualification (or willingness to achieve)  Experience mentoring apprentices or trainees  Experience working with fleet or commercial vehicles Apply by sending a cv if you meet the above requirements (Pre-employment checks apply)