Vehicle Technician

National Grid

The Role

Overview

Maintain and repair NGED specialist vehicle fleet to keep it operational 24/7.

Key Responsibilities

  • parts ordering
  • supplier coordination
  • fleet availability
  • plant maintenance
  • vehicle repairs
  • annual testing

Tasks

-Ordering parts and managing stock. -Coordinating with suppliers for repairs and servicing. -Make a real impact by helping keep our fleet on the road 24/7, 365 days a year. -Maintaining plant trailers and ancillary equipment. -Work on a wide range of specialist vehicles and equipment. -Routine maintenance and repairs on vehicles, including HGVs. -Preparing vehicles for annual testing.

Requirements

  • nvq
  • mechanical
  • problem solving
  • team player
  • driving licence
  • diagnostics

What You Bring

-NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent). -Strong mechanical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. -Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. -A team player with great communication and customer service skills. -Full UK driving licence is essential. -Diagnosing faults and road testing.

Benefits

-Salary £43,491 - £48,370 -Enjoy a stable Monday–Friday schedule with great work-life balance. -LGV (Class C) licence is a bonus — but don’t worry, we can provide training!

The Company

About National Grid

-Plays a critical role in delivering electricity and gas to millions of homes and businesses. -Operates in both the UK and US, ensuring safe and reliable energy distribution. -Deeply involved in the development of renewable energy infrastructure, including wind and solar projects. -Key projects include cross-border power links to improve energy security and integrating low-carbon solutions. -Continually innovates to meet growing energy demand while reducing environmental impact. -Operates in both electricity and natural gas distribution across a vast geographical area in the US. -Invests in sustainability initiatives and clean energy infrastructure.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Electricity Transmission

Electricity Distribution

Gas Transmission

Gas Distribution

Hydrogen Transmission

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)

Infrastructure

Renewable Energy

Wind

Solar

Nuclear

Commercial

Residential

Industrial

Utilities

Transport

Water Resources

Government

Heavy Civil

Marine

Security Clearance

-requires a satisfactory barring service (dbs) check. -additional screening may be needed; some roles require a triannual check.