Vehicle Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 12, 2026.
Vehicle Engineer
Temporary Contract
Job Details
Client: St. Helens MBC
Service Area: Place Services / Operations / Transport Workshop
Hours: 37 hours per week
Working Pattern: Workshop based
May include bank holiday rota and agreed out-of-hours call-out cover.
Start Date: 29 June 2026
Duration: 12 weeks
Location
Depot Base:
Hardshaw Brook Depot
Parr Street
St Helens
WA9 1JR
Pay
PAYE Rate: £16.61 per hour
Job Overview
St. Helens MBC is seeking an experienced Vehicle Engineer to support the service, maintenance and repair of the Council's fleet of vehicles and plant.
This is a multi-skilled workshop role requiring a flexible approach to vehicle and plant repair. The successful candidate will carry out safety inspections, maintenance inspections, scheduled and non-scheduled repairs, electrical/electronic repairs, hydraulic and pneumatic system repairs, MOT/DVSA preparation and accurate recording of maintenance documentation.
The role requires experience working with fleet vehicles, plant or specialist equipment, with a strong understanding of statutory requirements, O Licence conditions, workshop safety and vehicle maintenance standards.
Important - Please Read Carefully
This role requires direct experience in vehicle engineering, fleet maintenance, commercial vehicle repair, plant repair or workshop-based vehicle maintenance.
You must hold a driving licence and be confident carrying out safety inspections, repairs and maintenance on vehicles, plant or specialist equipment.
Candidates without relevant vehicle/fleet/plant maintenance experience are unlikely to be considered.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out safety and maintenance inspections on vehicles, plant and specialist equipment
Ensure work complies with statutory requirements, operator licence conditions and manufacturer recommendations
Complete scheduled and non-scheduled electrical and electronic repairs
Undertake hydraulic system repairs
Undertake pneumatic system repairs
Prepare or assist in preparing vehicles for annual MOT / DVSA tests
Steam clean or pressure wash vehicles and plant for inspection, service or repair where required
Use electronic fleet management systems
Complete welding tasks where qualified
Operate forklift truck where qualified or work towards qualification
Complete job records, inspection reports and maintenance records accurately and on time
Ensure documentation supports DVSA regulations and O Licence obligations
Support recharge processes for third-party work where required
Support training and development of apprentices where directed
Undertake relevant training as required
Investigate and resolve complex vehicle breakdown faults where required
Undertake driving duties for a range of vehicles, including HGV where required and qualified
Work collaboratively with colleagues, managers, drivers, plant operatives, suppliers and contractors
Essential Experience & Skills
Experience in vehicle maintenance, fleet engineering, vehicle repair or plant repair
Experience carrying out safety and maintenance inspections
Experience repairing commercial vehicles, council fleet vehicles, plant or specialist equipment
Knowledge of statutory vehicle maintenance requirements and O Licence compliance
Experience with electrical/electronic vehicle repairs
Experience with hydraulic and/or pneumatic systems
Ability to support MOT / DVSA test preparation
Ability to complete accurate inspection, service and repair records
Ability to use or learn electronic fleet management systems
Strong understanding of workshop health and safety
Flexible approach to different types of vehicle and plant repair
Ability to work as part of a workshop team
Good communication and record-keeping skills
Valid driving licence
Desirable
Welding qualification or experience
Forklift Truck Operator qualification, or ability to achieve this
DVSA MOT testing approval
Experience with Private Hire and Hackney inspections
HGV licence
Experience diagnosing electric vehicles or advanced diagnostic systems
Experience training or supporting apprentices
Additional Information
This post is not subject to DBS disclosure.
Interviews will be held onsite at Hardshaw Brook Depot, Parr Street, St Helens, WA9 1JR.
The interview will last approximately 30 minutes and will consist of questions based on the job description.
Disclaimer
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I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to notify Fix Space Recruitment Limited of any hirer who I do not want my details to be passed onto.
Job Reference
OR103159