Motor Vehicle Technician (MOT Tester)

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne

Salary: £36,363 - £39,862 per annum

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time

Closing Date: 25^th November 2025

The Council (City Transport) are seeking a qualified MOT tester, time served motor vehicle technician to be appointed on a permanent contract.

The Role                

City Transport have two test stations testing class 4,5 & 7 vehicles, with one site conducting compliance and MOT testing of Licenced Taxis & Hackney carriages.

The successful candidate will join the dedicated team of testers at the modern MOT test station facility at Wincomblee road in Walker.  

Skills and Qualifications

The council are recruiting someone with the skills and experience to enable the effective and efficient testing to DVSA standards in a busy working environment.

• You will have served a recognised apprenticeship in motor vehicle engineering to NVQ level 3 or equivalent
• You will hold a valid MOT tester qualification
• You will hold a category B driving licence is essential with categories D1 & C LGV licence being advantageous

Benefits

• 25 days Annual leave (rising to 29 Days after 5 years’ service) plus public bank holidays
• Opportunity to work overtime
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme with the option of making additional contributions
• Car Leasing scheme
• Access to a wide range of training, learning & development

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Council, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/job_title/288091

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