The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Based at: Northbridge Depot
Salary details: Grade 6 - £26,403 - £27,255 (pay award pending)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Hours: 37 hours per week
Monday - Thursday 08.00 to 16.00 Friday 08:00 – 15:00
Closing date: 30 August 2026
The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the life of its residents at the centre of everything we do. You have an opportunity to be part of this in the role of Vehicle Technician.
An opportunity has arisen within our Transport Fleet management team for an enthusiastic individual to join the Transport Workshops as a Vehicle Inspector undertaking all vehicle statutory MOT/Taxi/Private Hire inspections and compliance checks on both public, licenced and CDC fleet vehicles
Duties include:
The inspection of private cars/vans/light commercial (up to 3500kg) and small minibuses in line with the current Vehicle Operations Standards Operations (VOSA) requirements and legislation encompassed within the MOT Scheme. When required, to carry out Hackney and private hire tests in accordance with council licensing and enforcement regulations.
What you will bring to the role:
We value a range of experiences and skills. If you have transferable skills from other roles or voluntary work, we encourage you to apply.
In return for your contribution, we offer:
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Competitive leave entitlement
- Generous local government pension scheme
- Wellbeing support and staff networks
- Development and training opportunities
- Staff discounts and benefits schemes
- More information on benefits can be found in the attached benefits booklet.
Please review the job summary and profile and demonstrate in your application how you meet the required criteria.
Shortlisting will take place week commencing 31/08/2026 and interviews are anticipated on 07/09/2026
We encourage applicants to use their own words to reflect their experience and skills and over-reliance on AI is discouraged.
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City of Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and improving quality of life for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults.
We are a Disability Confident employer and committed to a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and make reasonable adjustments as required.
Confirmation of appointment will be subject to a medical assessment.
