LGV Technician

Surrey County Council

  • Reigate, Surrey
  • £41,585 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 22 days ago
Details
  • Title: LGV Technician
  • Reference: SCC/TP/288934/3401
  • Positions: 1
  • Salary: £41,585
  • Category: Engineering Technical
  • Contract type: Permanent
  • Working hours: 36 hours per week
  • Posted on: 1 July 2025
  • Closing date: 14 September 2025
  • Directorate: Chief Executive Office
  • Location: Woodhatch Place,11 Cockshot Hill, Woodhatch, Reigate, RH2 8EF
DescriptionThis role has a starting salary of £41,585 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week.We are excited to be hiring a new LGV Technician to join our fantastic team, based in Reigate. As a LGV (large goods vehicle) Engineering Technician, you will be working as part of a developing team of support staff to the frontline crews at Surrey Fire and Rescue. You will be expected to carry out repairs and maintenance work to laid down standards, sometimes without direct supervision but will be an active team member to ensure that this requirement is always met.The working hours are on a rolling rota of 4 days per week, Monday to Friday from 07:30-17:00. (Week 1 Monday to Thursday, Week 2 Tuesday to Friday). During busy periods or where required you may work outside these times to ensure we maintain support to the front-line crews.Rewards and Benefits
  • 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
  • Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
  • An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
  • Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
  • Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
  • A generous local government salary related pension
  • Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
  • 2 paid volunteering days per year
  • Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
About the TeamSurrey Fire and Rescue Service provide an emergency service that looks after approximately 1.18 million people spread across approximately 1,676 square kilometres in a county that includes several large urban areas such as Guildford, Redhill, and Woking. The Engineering department within SF&RS work on a wide variety of vehicles, everything from the front-line appliances to boats and everything in between as well as a lot of specialist vehicles.About the RoleAs a LGV Technician, no two days are the same; you could be working on an appliance one day and the Jaws of Life the next. The day-to-day work is servicing and the repairs of our fleet which is approximately 200 vehicles and 18,000 pieces of equipment which is done at our workshop in Reigate.There is also a need for Technicians to be mobile to carry out safety inspections as well as repairs across the county. Because the nature of the work isn't just servicing and repairs (we also do a lot of manufacturing and modifications) engineering skills are also preferable. There may also be the opportunity in the future to become part of a team of on-call breakdown Technicians. They share a rota covering out of hours breakdowns and defects in support our entire fleet which can be challenging during busy periods such as major incidents. This is paid as overtime with an on-call allowance.Your main duties in the role of a LGV Engineering Technician will include but not be limited to:
  • Servicing, maintaining, and repairing of all operational vehicles, fire pumps, ladders, cutting equipment and all specialist fire service equipment as specified by its manufacturer, DVSA and CFOA. This includes Fire appliances, hydraulic platforms, Unimog's, Land Rovers, vans, cars, water carriers, boats, and all associated equipment.
  • Ensure SF&RS can operate a safe, legal, and reliable fleet of vehicles and equipment 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
  • Ensure all maintenance, and other records and associated paperwork is completed in good time, legibly and accurately in conjunction with the Administrative Support team.
Shortlisting CriteriaTo be shortlisted to interview for this position your application will clearly evidence:
  • Educated to GCSE standard in English and Mathematics or equivalent.
  • City and Guilds HGV Motor Vehicle Mechanics or equivalent IMI Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair - Heavy Vehicle
  • Minimum Category B driving licence and flexibility to work out on the road independently.
  • An ability to problem solve and to produce engineering solutions.
  • Welding and engineering skills.
  • A willingness to undertake training for working on specialist vehicles/equipment.
Contact UsPlease contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment.For an informal discussion please contact Lee McKerlie on 07814922056 or by e-mail at .The job advert closes at 23:59 on 14/09/2025 with interviews to follow.We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.Local Government ReorganisationSurrey County Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation which will allow us to implement the Government led policy of devolution, which is all about giving more powers to local areas.Currently, Surrey has a two-tier council system, with 11 district and borough councils and a county council, all responsible for different services. All these councils will be reorganised into a smaller number of new unitary councils which will come into effect in April 2027. At this point, this role will be transferred, with all existing terms and conditions intact into one of the new unitary councils.Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here:Our ValuesOur values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Discover more aboutBefore submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description. Our provides insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council.Our CommitmentSurrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where:
  • The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
  • The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form
Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.Files to download
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