Position: Workshop Semi-Skilled / Skilled Technician
Location: Harrow Council, London Borough of Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8NT
Employer: Pertemps Recruitment Partnership (on behalf of Harrow Council)
Contract Type: Temporary assignment
Hours: Up to 40 per week
Pay: £21.23 - £24.16 per hour (PAYE), negotiable depending on experience

Role Overview:
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).

Key Responsibilities:
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.Candidate Profile:
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.About Us:
For almost 60 years, Pertemps Recruitment Partnership have been the market leader in providing permanent and temporary staffing solutions and we are one of the most established players within the recruitment industry. The Sunday Times has listed us as one of the Best 100 Companies to work for 14 years running. We are not a big scary faceless company, quite the opposite: we strongly believe in the personal touch with everything we do. We are proud to be accredited 'investor in people' which is reflected across our business in length of service and career progression of our employees.

London Borough of Harrow is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.

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