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Motor Vehicle Technician

Job in Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, SY7, England, UK
Listing for: Blue Arrow
Seasonal/Temporary, Contract position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
  • Automotive
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 35019 - 41380 GBP Yearly GBP 35019.00 41380.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

We're recruiting for an experienced Motor Vehicle Technician to join a busy workshop team on a fixed-term basis, supporting the maintenance of our essential emergency service fleet.

Salary: £35,019 - £41,380 + 21% unsocial hours payment

Location: Newcastle

Hours: 37.5hrs average, 4‑on / 4‑off, 12‑hour shifts

Type of contract
:
Fixed term contract, minimum 6 months, potential extension

What you’ll do
  • Carry out high‑quality servicing, inspections and repairs on vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes (majority up to 5.5t).
  • Diagnose electrical, mechanical and hydraulic faults.
  • Complete planned and unplanned maintenance to keep our fleet operational and safe.
  • Road test vehicles as required.
  • Use our computerised fleet management system to record work accurately.
  • Liaise professionally with managers, crews, suppliers and contractors.
  • Maintain a clean, safe workspace and uphold NEASUS standards.
  • Provide occasional cover for the Team Leader when needed.
What we're looking for
  • Strong experience working on LGVs/light HGVs
  • Excellent diagnostic skills
  • Confident using fleet or workshop systems
  • Professional communication and teamwork
  • Ability to keep up with industry technology and standards
Working pattern
  • 4 days on / 4 days off
  • 12‑hour shifts: 06:00-18:00 or 12:00-00:00

If you think this role could be suited to your skillset, please apply to this advert and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss next steps.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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