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Posted 20 July, 2026

Vehicle Maintenance Technician

Pioneer Selection
Northampton, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Vehicle Maintenance Technician

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Location: Wellingborough

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Salary: £44,000

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Shift: Days

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Job Role

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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Vehicle Maintenance Technician to join a leading logistics operation based in Wellingborough. Working within a busy fleet maintenance environment, you will be responsible for carrying out servicing, maintenance, inspections and repairs on a fleet of commercial vehicles, ensuring maximum fleet availability and compliance at all times.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled technician looking to join a stable business that offers long-term career prospects, modern workshop facilities and a days-based working pattern.

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Sector: Logistics / Fleet Maintenance

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Non-Negotiable Requirements for the Vehicle Maintenance Technician

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    Class 2 (Category C) HGV Licence

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    Level 3 qualification relevant to HGV Maintenance, Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, or equivalent

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    Proven experience maintaining HGVs, LGVs, commercial vehicles or fleet vehicles

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    Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills

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    Good understanding of DVSA regulations and vehicle compliance requirements

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Requirements for the Vehicle Maintenance Technician

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    Carry out planned preventative maintenance and servicing on commercial vehicles

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    Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults

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    Complete vehicle inspections and safety checks

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    Ensure all maintenance work is completed to company and legislative standards

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    Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records

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    Support vehicle MOT preparation and compliance activities

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    Work collaboratively within the engineering and fleet teams to maximise vehicle availability

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Desirable Requirements for the Vehicle Maintenance Technician

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    IRTEC accreditation

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    Experience working within a large fleet or logistics environment

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    Knowledge of modern vehicle diagnostic systems

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    Experience maintaining trailers and ancillary equipment

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    Additional HGV licence categories

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Benefits

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    £44,000 salary

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    Days-based role

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    Company pension scheme

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    Ongoing training and development

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    Modern workshop environment

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    Stable and secure employer

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    Career progression opportunities

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To apply for this Vehicle Maintenance Technician position, please click apply or contact Joe McAuliffe at Pioneer Selection for further information.

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Pioneer Selection recruit nationally across Engineering, Technical, FMCG, Manufacturing and Production sectors. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply immediately.

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Know someone suitable? Pioneer Selection operates a referral scheme. Recommend a candidate and receive a reward if they are successfully placed. Contact Joe McAuliffe for full details.

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