Workshop Semi-Skilled​/Skilled Technician

Position

Workshop Semi-Skilled / Skilled Technician

Harrow Council, London Borough of Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8NT

Pertemps Recruitment Partnership (on behalf of Harrow Council)

Temporary assignment

Up to 40 per week

£21.23 - £24.16 per hour (PAYE), negotiable depending on experience

Pertemps is proud to present an excellent opportunity for a motivated and experienced Workshop Semi-Skilled / Skilled Technician to join Harrow Council's fleet services team. This temporary role offers a competitive hourly rate, structured training, career development opportunities, and 21 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays).

• Carry out regular inspections, servicing, and repairs of vehicles, equipment, and plant machinery.
• Ensure all fleet assets are maintained to the highest standards, remain operational, and comply with Health & Safety regulations, Operator Licence requirements, and DVSA standards, minimising disruption to service delivery.
• Diagnose and report recurring manufacturer faults to the Workshop Supervisor or Manager.
• Participate in ongoing training to enhance technical knowledge and support the delivery of a safe, reliable fleet.
• Work flexibly within shift patterns, including weekends, standby, and callouts, to ensure service coverage during core business hours.
• Contribute to achieving a 100% first-time MOT pass rate for fleet vehicles.
• Promote teamwork and collaboration, while taking personal responsibility for assigned tasks.

• Holds a valid UK Driver's Licence with access to a personal vehicle.
• Holds a current UK Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Licence.
• Qualified, or willing to train, in MOT testing for Classes 4, 5, and 7.
• Experienced in ensuring compliance with Operator Licence and DVSA requirements for fleet vehicles.
• Adaptable to changing demands, with the ability to meet objectives, resolve issues, and make sound decisions.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with effective presentation and interpersonal abilities.

The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting (url removed)