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Job Title


Motor Vehicle Technician


Company : Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd


Location : York, England


Created : 2026-01-14


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

REED Engineering & Manufacturing are working with a leading FMCG with strong reputation on quality. HGV/Motor Workshop Technician DAYS & AFTERNOONS Shift Details & Holidays: Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday Rotating weekly: Early: 6:00am - 2:00pm Late: 1:00pm - 9:00pm Weekend Working: Approximately 4 Saturdays out of 8 (6:00am - 2:00pm) Any weekend shift worked includes a day off in lieu during the week to accommodate work-life balance. Holiday Entitlement: 25 days annual leave 6 flexible days 8 bank holiday A Day in the Life of a Workshop Technician As a team, we provide a transport solution to support the needs of our customers, factories, copackers and some of our suppliers across the company You'll provide support to the Transport team to deliver a seamless, proactive service for our 24/7 operation. The department is responsible for the successful delivery of our products including inbound and outbound deliveries as well as work undertaken for and by 3rd parties. Key responsibilities: Attend the weekly workshop meeting with active participation Ensure all H&S maintained whilst on-site at work Complete DPR's / NCE / Ilearn Keep the MOT pass rate at above 90% Carrying out all maintenance and Inspection on a fleet of trailers, tankers and vehicles in line with DVSA and Ministry of Transport regulations and working to the guide to maintaining roadworthiness. Ensuring that all vehicles and equipment complies to all UK road legislation. Management and delivery of small projects Maintaining all Health and Safety standards as laid down in the company H&S policy. You will have the following: NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualification in vehicle mechanics - Essential Full LGV / HGV licence ID desirable but not essential. Driver CPC is desirable but not essential as training can be provided. Experience within an HGV Technician role - desirable, not essential. Experience within a HGV workshop environment Working knowledge of a workshop environment and practices Experience of working within a technical team Working to demand objectives and tracking completion TPBN1_UKTJ